As a new century “biophilic metal”, titanium has attracted attention from the jewelry market. When it was introduced as an aerospace material as jewelry, it has been warmly welcomed by consumers. It does not discolor at room temperature, is not allergic, is light, and has an eternal luster. It is the main reason why the public loves it. However, a question that often troubles consumers is: Can titanium rings be resized? This guide will tell you the answers and how.
Can titanium rings be resized?
The answer is yes, titanium rings can be resized, but it is not an easy task. Titanium is tougher and harder than classic jewelry materials, so not all jewelers can help with sizing. It is necessary to have professional knowledge and special equipment for titanium rings, otherwise it will be easy to cause damage to the titanium rings. Moreover, titanium rings can generally only be fine-tuned, and can be manually adjusted by up to one size.
Technical difficulties explained
Hardness and Strength: Titanium is a material that is harder than traditional ring materials such as gold, silver or platinum. All titanium rings are highly resistant to scratches and scratches, making them very difficult to cut and shape.
Special equipment required: high-speed cutting machines, laser welding tools, mandrels and ring stretchers, polishing tools. Conventional circular cutting machines are most likely to be ineffective on titanium. Then a high-speed cutter or a diamond-coated saw (harder on the Mohs scale than titanium) is needed to cut without damaging it. To re-weld the titanium ring after cutting, ordinary welding equipment is not enough. You can only use precision laser welding tools because it requires high precision. For smaller size adjustments, it involves the use of special mandrels and ring stretchers. With their help, titanium rings can be resized without deformation. Standard ring resizing tools may not work.
Required professional knowledge: This test very much tests the skills and experience of the jeweler. It is best to choose a jeweler who has a full understanding of titanium and rich practical experience.
Cost and Time: Resizing a titanium ring is more expensive and time-consuming than resizing a soft metal ring.
Is it possible to resize a titanium ring at home?
It is not recommended to resize titanium rings at home due to the aforementioned difficulties in working with typical household tools. There’s always a chance, but if you want to give it a try, here are a few methods:
Ring adjusters or guards: These are small devices, usually silicone and plastic, that slide over the ring to create a tighter fit. You can quickly learn how to operate it by reading the instructions, and there is no need to perform complicated processing on the ring itself.
Filling: For temporary trimming, you can wrap a small amount of tape around the ring or add tiny amounts of filler to reduce its diameter. This method is not durable, but can be tried in a pinch.
Thermal expansion and contraction principle: If the ring is only slightly loose, it may be helpful to use the thermal expansion and contraction principle. Cold causes the fingers to shrink slightly (e.g., placing the hand in ice water), while heat causes the fingers to increase in size (e.g., immersing the hand in warm water).
Due to the specialized techniques and tools required, it is generally not recommended to attempt to resize a titanium ring at home. (Please don’t try it easily)
Care tips after resizing
After adjusting the titanium ring, you should pay more attention to its maintenance and care. Please take it off when working or exercising. Avoid overly cold or hot environments in life, avoid collision with hard objects, and wipe it with warm soapy water when you are free.
FAQs
- What makes it difficult to resize a titanium ring?
Due to its hardness and toughness, it is difficult for ordinary devices to change its size. - How much does it usually cost to resize a titanium ring?
The cost is higher than adjusting softer metals, mainly depends on the percentage of the price of the ring purchased, and will not exceed 10$. - Are all titanium rings resizable?
Not all. Rings with intricate patterns or inlays cannot be resized. - How long does it take to resize a titanium ring?
1~3 working days. - Are there any risks in resizing a titanium ring?
Improper sizing can compromise the structural integrity of the ring and may alter its appearance. - Is it better to buy a new ring than resize a titanium ring?
In some cases, purchasing a new ring may be more feasible, especially if there is a larger change in desired size. Moreover, titanium rings fall under the category of affordable jewelry.
