Balancing Beads for Tires Chart: How Many to Use
A balancing beads chart matches bead weight to tire type, so you add the amount the maker states for your tire instead of guessing.
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A tire that shakes the steering wheel on the highway is a balance job, and balancing beads are one way to balance it. A balancing beads for tires chart is the maker’s table that pairs each tire type with the bead weight that balances it. Find your tire on the chart and add the amount the chart states.
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Below: how to read the chart, what to check before you pour, and the beads that fit truck, trailer and off-road tires.
magnum+ Tire Balancing Beads
A pre-measured 10.5 oz bag of tempered glass beads for one tire balance job, safe for TPMS sensors.
Pros
- Pre-measured 10.5 oz for one tire
- Glass will not absorb moisture, freeze, or clump
- Safe for TPMS sensors
- 1 year manufacturer warranty
Cons
- One bag covers one tire only
- No scoop included
- 10.5 oz suits one tire, not bulk
- Dimension listed as 6.0 Nanometer
FURWEY Tire Balancing Beads 18.1 lb (8.21 kg)
An 18.1 lb bulk tub of tempered glass beads with a bucket and scoop, for truck, trailer and off-road tires.
Pros
- 18.1 lb bulk tub, bucket and scoop
- Tempered glass, moisture-proof, resists breaking
- TPMS-compatible, prevents valve core clogging
- Fits truck, trailer and off-road tires
Cons
- Warranty reads only ‘1’, no term
- Same bullets as the 8.8 lb tub
- No scoop size stated
- No amount listed; the chart sets it
Tire Balancing Beads,8.8 lb Bulk,Bucket
An 8.8 lb bulk tub of tempered glass beads with a bucket and scoop, for SUV, truck, trailer and off-road tires.
Pros
- 8.8 lb bulk tub, bucket and scoop
- Tempered glass, moisture-proof, resists breaking
- TPMS-compatible, prevents valve core clogging
- Fits SUV, truck, trailer, off-road
Cons
- Warranty reads only ‘1’, no term
- Smallest bulk tub here at 8.8 lb
- Same bullets as the 18.1 lb tub
- No amount listed; the chart sets it
ECO Balance 18-EBBXL ECO XL Extreme Condition
An 18 lb bucket of 99.9% tempered glass beads with a 2 oz scoop, for off-road and light duty truck tires.
Pros
- 18 lb bucket with a 2 oz scoop
- 99.9% tempered glass, reusable
- Lifetime balance that readjusts
- Fuel economy claim over 55 mph
Cons
- Title says 18 lb, table says 19.0
- Warranty reads ‘Call Vendor’, no term
- No TPMS statement in the listing
- No amount listed; the chart sets it
Balancing beads for tires chart: how to read it
The chart pairs each tire type with a bead weight. The FURWEY listings tell you to refer to the application chart by tire type, and the ECO Balance listing says to reference the chart for recommended amounts. Start with the tire type, read the amount, and measure it out.
Bulk tubs come with a scoop for measuring. The ECO Balance bucket includes a 2 oz scoop, and the FURWEY tubs come with a bucket and scoop. Scoop the amount the chart states for your tire, and pour it in during tire mounting. The magnum+ bag skips the scoop: one pre-measured bag holds 10.5 oz for one tire balance job.
| Beads | Bulk size | How you measure |
|---|---|---|
| magnum+ 10.5 oz Bead Bag | 10.5 oz / 300 g | Pre-measured bag, one per tire |
| FURWEY 8.8 lb Beads | 8.8 lb | Bucket and scoop |
| ECO Balance 18 lb Bucket | 18 lb | 2 oz scoop |
| FURWEY 18.1 lb Beads | 18.1 lb (8.21 kg) | Bucket and scoop |
How balancing beads work inside the tire
Beads balance a tire while it rolls. The listings describe the same working principle: centrifugal force. FURWEY states the beads reduce rolling resistance, promote tread stability, reduce wear and prolong tire life, and ECO Balance states they reduce rolling resistance and give a more even wear.
The listings also tie balance to fuel mileage. FURWEY states the beads improve fuel mileage by keeping the tire balanced, and ECO Balance states they decrease fuel consumption over speeds of 55 mph. Treat those as the maker’s claims: the amount still comes from the chart.
Balancing beads that match the chart
Each of these beads handles one part of the job: bulk tubs with a scoop for measuring from the chart, and a pre-measured bag for one tire.
What to check before you pour
Check the TPMS fit first. The FURWEY listings state a TPMS-compatible design, with a bead size that prevents valve core clogging, and the magnum+ listing states its beads are safe for TPMS sensors. The ECO Balance listing states no TPMS compatibility, so check its listing before you use it on a TPMS wheel.
Check when the beads go in. The magnum+ bag goes in during tire mounting, and the ECO Balance listing says to place the beads in the tire when mounting new tires on the wheels. Plan the job for mounting time.
Check the material. The beads here are tempered glass: the FURWEY beads stay moisture-proof, the magnum+ beads will not absorb moisture, freeze, or clump, and the ECO Balance beads are 99.9% tempered glass.
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FAQ: garage tools
How many balancing beads go in one tire?
The chart states the amount for your tire type. The magnum+ bag is pre-measured at 10.5 oz for one tire balance job per its application chart, while bulk tubs need the scoop and the chart amount for the tire.
Do balancing beads work with TPMS?
The FURWEY listings state a TPMS-compatible design, with a bead size that prevents valve core clogging, and the magnum+ listing states its beads are safe for TPMS sensors. The ECO Balance listing states no TPMS compatibility.
When do the beads go into the tire?
The magnum+ bag goes in during tire mounting, and the ECO Balance listing says to place the beads in the tire when mounting new tires on the wheels.
Do balancing beads replace wheel weights?
The magnum+ listing states no wheel weights are required with its bag. The other listings do not state that, so follow the chart and the listing for the beads you buy.
Which tires do these beads fit?
The FURWEY listings name SUV, truck, trailer and off-road tires, and the ECO Balance listing names trucks, motorcycles and off-road vehicles plus light duty truck tires. Match your tire type on the application chart before you buy.
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