I've found a vendor willing to make welded rings out of titanium. Most welded steel rings cost between $1-$4 depending on the thickness of the wire and the ID of the ring. The titanium would run anywhere from $15-$20 per ring. BUT they would be 40% lighter than the steel welded rings people use now for most pendant projects. This will make a HUGE difference in the final weight! ...especially in regards to turbines. Turbines made in copper and bronze with the steel welded rings are on the hefty size. If you still bind it with steel rings, this would decrease the weight by 25-30% overall. And think of all the cool earrings you could make with big weightless hoops!
Also, consider the current BDSM market. Right now everyone leans toward solid stainless because of how sturdy it is. Welded aluminum "o" rings don't exist because they would just bend and warp under minimal stress. So it's stainless or nothing. Titanium "o" rings would finally give your BDSM customers the option of having more lightweight gear. Is there any interest in this? I would have to place a minimum order of almost $2,000 so I really want to get some feedback.
Also, consider the current BDSM market. Right now everyone leans toward solid stainless because of how sturdy it is. Welded aluminum "o" rings don't exist because they would just bend and warp under minimal stress. So it's stainless or nothing. Titanium "o" rings would finally give your BDSM customers the option of having more lightweight gear. Is there any interest in this? I would have to place a minimum order of almost $2,000 so I really want to get some feedback.
