Chain lingo

[misty1111]

I want to order bulk chains to use with slider beads to make a beaded bracelet.

This is a description of the chain ad:

”Very Thin Small Cable, Light Weight, 1.4x2.2 mm, 29 g”

The silicone-lined holes range from 1mm, 2 mm and 3 mm.  I need to find a chain that I can insert a double-strand into.  I don’t understand the specs,  but I’m assuming the width of the chain is what’s important.
What do the numbers 1.4 and 2.2 mm represent?

Thank you!

[caeterle]

Cable chains most often have oval links. 1.4 and 2.2 millimeter are the measurements for each chain link, 1.4 for its width and 2.2 for its length. Does that help?

[misty1111]

Yes,thank you for replying.  It was definitely helpful.  I needed to know which value was the width before I placed an order.