Excess Steel Nipples 16mm Pack

Excess Steel Nipples 16mm Pack

Product Overview

The Excess Steel Nipples Pack contains 80 precision-manufactured steel spoke nipples designed for BMX wheel building. At 14G diameter with 16mm length, they're compatible with standard spoke gauges and rim drilling standards.

Key Features

• Steel Construction – Durable material resists corrosion and maintains thread integrity through extended use and spoke tensioning
• Precision Manufactured – Consistent threading and sizing across all nipples ensures reliable spoke-to-rim connection
• 14G Gauge – Standard BMX nipple size compatible with most spoke gauges and rim hole specifications
• 16mm Length – 5/8" length accommodates standard BMX rim depths and spoke wrench access
• Bulk Pack – 80 nipples per pack provides sufficient quantity for multiple wheel builds
• Standard Threading – Compatible with most BMX spokes and rim drilling patterns

Technical Specifications

• Material: Steel
• Quantity: 80 nipples
• Gauge: 14G
• Length: 16mm (5/8")
• Thread: Standard BMX spoke nipple threads

Compatibility & Ideal Use Cases

• BMX wheel building – 80 nipples sufficient for multiple complete wheel builds (28–36 spokes per wheel)
• Spoke replacement – Stock component for wheel maintenance and spoke re-tensioning
• Standard BMX rims – Compatible with most 20" and 24" BMX rim drilling patterns
• All spoke types – Works with butted, bladed, and straight-gauge spokes using standard threading
• Racing and freestyle – Suitable for all BMX disciplines and wheel configurations

Build Requirements & Compatibility

• Spoke compatibility – Use with standard BMX spokes featuring compatible threading (verify spoke nipple size before purchase)
• Rim hole size – Compatible with standard BMX rim 14G nipple holes
• Spoke wrench – Use appropriate spoke wrench for nipple turning during wheel building and tensioning
• Spoke tension – Use calibrated spoke tension meter for consistent, accurate tensioning

Important Notes

• 80 nipples per pack provides material for approximately two to three complete wheel builds (depending on spoke count)
• Standard steel construction; brass or titanium nipples sold separately
• Compatible with most BMX rims; verify nipple gauge and threading before ordering
• Store in dry environment to minimize corrosion
• Precision threading requires careful handling during installation to avoid stripping