What are round spacers?
Round spacers are fasteners that have a hollow core in the middle and opposite flat ends designed to maintain a fixed distance and clearance between two objects. These materials are versatile and economical pieces of hardware commonly found in electronic devices such as PCBs and speakers.
Shapes, size and material of round fasteners/spacers:
They have different sizes and shapes, such as cylindrical components and circular and hexagonal shapes. They are often threaded/non-threaded or hollow core and one-half inches long, while smaller ones are available up to five inches long. They are made of metal, plastic, brass, aluminium or nylon and are often considered decorative components due to non-threading.
Types and applications based on shape and materials used:
Nylon round-spacers
They are ideal for use in electronics applications; hence, they are non-magnetic and non-conductive. Because of their lightweight and corrosion-resistant nature, they are often used in light-duty furniture applications.
Swaged spacers
Swaged spacers are used for circuit boards. They are typically made of copper, nickel-plated, brass, aluminium, nylon, zinc, and maybe thicker or thinner. These spacers can accommodate a range of materials from thin-film plastic to metal. For electrical and electronic components, swage spacers can be used to accommodate circuit boards.
Hexagonal Spacers
Another popular shape is hexagonal. These cylindrical spaces are often threaded onto studs or self-tapping screws. These products can be shaped into a female/female standoff and have the ability to withstand very high and low temperatures. Lastly, round spacers have a unique design that makes them more versatile than conventional spacers.
Aluminum Round-Spacers
They are non-magnetic and corrosive resistant with a simple finish.
Due to their lightweight, they are widely employed when a lightweight fastener is required, such as with electronics or aircraft parts.
Steel Round-Spacers
These are an excellent source of strength and durability for common fastening applications.
Round-Spacer Assortments
These include a wide range of round-spacers in various sizes to give you ultimate and easy access to your desired size.
Stainless Steel Round-Spacers
Stainless steel spacers are also commonly used due to their resistance to corrosion and fine and plain finish.
Brass Round-Spacers
They are non-magnetic and corrosion resistant with a bright yellow finish. Contrary to steel spacers, brass spacers are more corrosive and heat-resistant than aluminium spacers. They are also employed to give a decorative touch and compatibility to the mating material.
Benefits:
- Apart from the above advantages, some other benefits of these spacers include;
- They come in elegant designs, plain finish and remarkable performance.
- They are versatile and economical pieces of hardware.
- They are often placed on fasteners, giving them additional stability.
- They allow you to add extra components while reducing overall weight.
- Plastic and nylon spacers are popular because they have low moisture absorption and good electrical insulation.
Conclusion:
Whenever you need spacers for fastening small parts or for circuit boards, you'll find all of them useful. Enrgtech provides these lightweight pieces that can be used in various applications and are good choices for high-quality and long-lasting fasteners. These are available in various thicknesses, lengths, and shapes, and you can even order them in custom lengths from the comfort of your home.
