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Chain/cord type
SOMA Smart Shades is compatible with various endless loop chains and cords. Find out if your blind has a beaded chain or a plain cord. In the case of a beaded chain, find out how many beads/balls there are per inch (2.5 cm). Below measurements are approximate, choose the one that suits the best. When in doubt, contact our support, we are happy to assist.
Endless loop beaded chain - standard beads
Most of the blinds with a beaded chain have balls which diameter is approx. 3/16 in / 4.5 mm. This means there are around 4 balls per 1 in / 2.5 cm.
There is also a variation which has extra spacing between the balls. The 3rd ball starts around 1 in / 2.5 cm.
Endless loop beaded chain - small beads
Ball diameter is approx. 1/8 in / 3.2 mm. This means that there are around 6 balls per 1 in / 2.5 cm.
Endless loop non-beaded cord
Plain continuous cord loop without beads.