--- product_id: 49647279 title: "Nickel Plated Steel" brand: "elixir" price: "€ 27.28" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Elixir" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/49647279-nickel-plated-steel store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Longest-lasting tone life in coated strings Light gauge .010-.046 for effortless play POLYWEB coating for ultimate corrosion resistance Nickel Plated Steel **Brand:** elixir **Price:** € 27.28 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Play longer, sound warmer, and stay ahead with Elixir’s legendary strings! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Nickel Plated Steel by elixir - **How much does it cost?** € 27.28 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/49647279-nickel-plated-steel) ## Best For - elixir enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted elixir brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Unmatched Durability:** Patented POLYWEB coating shields strings from sweat, dirt, and humidity, extending lifespan beyond competitors. - β€’ **Featherlight Precision:** Light gauge strings (.010-.046) for fast, nimble playing without sacrificing tone. - β€’ **Stay In Tune, Stay On Stage:** Enhanced tuning stability means less downtime and more focus on your performance. - β€’ **Consistent Tone, Gig After Gig:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers a warm, robust sound that stays vibrant through every session. - β€’ **Engineered for Every Environment:** Reliable performance in fluctuating temperatures and humidity keeps your tone flawless anywhere. ## Overview Elixir 12050 Electric Guitar Strings feature a light gauge (.010-.046) nickel-plated steel construction with exclusive POLYWEB coating technology. This coating protects against corrosion and grime, ensuring the longest-lasting tone and superior tuning stability. Engineered for professional electric guitarists, these strings deliver a warm, robust sound and reliable performance across diverse environments, making them a top choice for serious players worldwide. ## Description From the manufacturer Elixir Electric Strings More from Elixir Strings Delivering the same long-lasting, amazing tone players worldwide count on for their acoustic guitars, Elixir Strings also offers a varied array of premium string options for other styles and instruments! Acoustic Guitar Strings Bass Guitar Strings Nickel Plated Steel with POLYWEB Coating Engineered to stand up against corrosion and provide the longest-lasting tone. Entire string, including gaps between the windings, is protected against dirt, sweat and humidity without sacrificing tone. Electric strings available in three featherweight coatings β€” OPTIWEB Coating, NANOWEB Coating and POLYWEB Coating. Deliver distinct warm tone together with extended tone life. Played by thousands worldwide to ensure desired tone and feel while retaining Elixir Strings signature tone life. GREAT TONE THAT LASTS Elixir Strings has the longest lasting tone compared to any string, coated or uncoated. Sounds great gig after gig. Session after session. CORROSION RESISTANCE With featherweight coatings and anti-rust plating, our strings are protected against tone-dampening debris and stand up to sweaty hands and humidity. GREATER TUNING STABILITY Players report Elixir Strings stay in tune for longer, eliminating endless tunings that keep your guitars from consistently sounding their best. RELIABLE PERFORMANCE Elixir Strings can withstand wildly fluctuating temperatures, and even the worst of humidity. Our strings deliver consistent performance no matter the environment. Review: Good value - Great strings Nice feel Review: Fantastic strings - Elixir strings. A fantastic product ## Features - Electric guitar strings constructed with nickel-plated steel wrap wire - Played for a warm, robust tone - Original POLYWEB Coating provides a soft, slick feel that keeps the strings from getting in the way of playing - Our patented coating technology protects against common corrosion, extending tone life longer than any other brand’s coated or uncoated strings (Elixir Strings player survey) - Light gauge: .010 .013 .017 .026 .036 .046 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002E1NQE | | Best Sellers Rank | 75 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 10 in Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Brand | Elixir | | Brand Name | Elixir | | Coating Description | Coated | | Coating description | Coated | | Colour | 1 Pack | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,420 Reviews | | Finish Type | POLYWEB | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00733132120505 | | Included Components | Set of electric guitar strings (6 strings: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046) | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Strings for electric guitar | | Item Weight | 0.04 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | W.L. Gore & Associates (Elixir Strings) | | Manufacturer Part Number | 12050 | | Material Type | Steel | | Model Number | 12050 | | Product Warranty | Legal warranty. | | Recommended Uses For Product | electric guitar playing | | Set Name | Elixir | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Alloy Steel | | String gauge | Light | | String material type | Alloy Steel | | UPC | 733132120505 | | Unit Count | 1 unit | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Elixir - **Colour:** 1 Pack - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String gauge:** Light - **String material type:** Alloy Steel ## Images ![Nickel Plated Steel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hrXDWimDL.jpg) ![Nickel Plated Steel - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WszBrS+ML.jpg) ![Nickel Plated Steel - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mnwaQx5QL.jpg) ![Nickel Plated Steel - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71D4B+CNZCL.jpg) ![Nickel Plated Steel - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71YCaxT2g8L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Are these suitable for Fender Squire Affinity?** A: Yes these Elixir Strings are good to go for your Fender Squire Affinity guitar. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value *by P***X on 11 March 2026* Great strings Nice feel ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic strings *by A***R on 24 February 2026* Elixir strings. A fantastic product ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reccomended *by T***M on 6 December 2025* i have tried many guitar strings and i absolutely love these, they feel smooth, last ages and sound great. i use these on an ibanez rg-550 and works perfectly ## Frequently Bought Together - Elixir Strings, Electric Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel with POLYWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Warm Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Light 10-46 - Elixir Strings, Acoustic Guitar Strings, Phosphor Bronze with NANOWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Rich and Full Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Light 12-53 - Elixir Strings, Electric Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel with NANOWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Bright Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Light 10-46 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/49647279-nickel-plated-steel](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/49647279-nickel-plated-steel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-06-18*