Optiweb is the new flagship coating process from Elixir Strings. It maintains the performance of class-leading Nanoweb and Polyweb coatings (which means they last at least 3x longer than a normal, uncoated set) but at a fraction of the thickness you won’t even know it’s there. 7-string electric guitar strings constructed with nickel-plated steel wrap wire Played for the same crisp tone as an uncoated string OPTIWEB Coating provides a natural feel Our coating technology protects against common corrosion and debris buildup, extending tone life longer than any other brand’s coated or uncoated strings (Elixir Strings player survey) Anti-Rust Plating on plain steel strings ensures longer tone life for the entire set What Elixir say: “Elixir electric nickel plated steel strings with OPTIWEB coating give you the performance of a natural string; that crisp tone, natural feel and playable grip you know and love, without sacrificing the signature long-lasting tone life of Elixir Strings.” Our coating technology protects against common corrosion and debris buildup, extending tone life longer than any other brand’s coated or uncoated strings* Anti-Rust plating on the plain steel strings ensures longer tone life for the entire set. With less hassle and expense of frequent string changes, spend more time making music.”