JEWELRY TYPE
Standard Hoop Inner Diameter | |
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Ear Cartilage (Helix, Tragus, Lobe, etc.) | 5/16″ (8mm) |
Earlobe (Main, 2nd, 3rd) | 5/16″ (8mm) |
Earhead, Thin Helix (Hole near the edge) | 1/4″ (6-6.5mm) |
Conch | 3/8″-1/2″ (10mm-12mm) |
Thereof, what is the standard piercing size?
Common Piercing Type
“For piercings in general, 18 g through 16 g is the most common. For nipple or naval piercings, 14 g through 12 g is most common. For larger gauges—like stretched ear lobes—the smallest gauge usually starts at size 8 and goes up from there.”
Gauge | Millimeters | Inches |
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18g | 1.0mm | 0.040″ |
16g | 1.2mm | 0.047″ |
14g | 1.6mm | 0.062″ |
12g | 2.0mm | 0.078″ |
Keeping this in view, which is smaller 16g or 14g?
Jewelry is measured through a gauge system (see chart below). The higher the gauge number the
Gauge | Millimeter | Inch |
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16g | 1.2mm | 3/64″ |
14g | 1.6mm | 1/16″ |
12g | 2mm | 5/64″ |
10g | 2.4mm | 3/32″ |
How many MM is a 4g plug?
gauge | inches decimal | millimeters |
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0.188″ | 4.762 mm | |
4g | 0.204“ | 5.189 mm |
0.250“ | 6.350 mm | |
2g | 0.258″ | 6.544 mm |
What size is a lobe piercing?
Gauge Size
GAUGE | COMMON PIERCINGS |
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20G (0.81mm) | Most earlobe piercings are made with a 20G needle, as are some nose piercings. |
18G (1.0mm) | An 18G needle can be used for earlobe piercings, nose piercings, as well as some cartilage piercings (e.g. forward helix). 18G earrings are great for many healed cartilage piercings. |
Is 18G or 20G smaller?
When choosing your items specifics from the drop down list, please note the following: 18G = 18 Gauge 20G= 20 Gauge 22G= 22 Gauge 14K= 14 Karat Solid Gold 18K= 18 Karat Solid Gold 24K= 24 Karat Solid Gold 1.5mm Gem= Gemstone measures approx 1.5 millimeters in size 2mm Gem= Gemstone measures approx 2 millimeters in size …
What is the Ashley piercing?
As one of the few true lip piercings, the Ashley piercing consists of a single puncture through the center of the lower lip, exiting through the back of the lip into the mouth. … The Ashley piercing typically uses a labret stud with a dainty charm, ball, or gemstone sitting on the lower lip.
What is bigger a 20 or 18 gauge?
Gauges get larger with decreasing number (i.e. a size 00G is massive compared to a 20 gauge). with an 18 gauge. If you want it smaller, ask for a 20 or even 22 gauge when getting pierced.
Can I put 16G in 14g piercing?
Yes all day you can. However, the 16g post is thinner than the 14g. Downsizing is not an issue unless you’ve got a large collection of 14g jewelry that you wish to wear again. Downsizing to 16g is safe as long as it is healed.
How many mm is 15 gauge?
Home > TECHNICAL RESOURCES > Gauge = mm = Inch Conversion Chart
B&S Gauge | Millimeter (mm) | Inch (decimal) |
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13 | 1.828 | 0.072 |
14 | 1.628 | 0.064 |
— | 1.588 | 0.063 |
15 | 1.449 | 0.057 |
Is 20G bigger than 16G?
Please refer to the metric conversion chart below.
Gauge | Inches | Millimeters |
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20G | .032″ | 0.81mm |
18G | .040″ | 1.0mm |
16G | .050″ | 1.2mm |
14G | .064″ | 1.6mm |