Are all spoke nipples the same?
The most common spoke nipple sizes are 3.23mm, 3.30mm, and 3.45mm. Though not as common, some wheels come with spoke nipples in two different sizes; one size is used on the rim, while a different size is used on the other end of the spoke at the hub.
Can I reuse spoke nipples?
It’s not advisable to re-use spoke nipples because they’re made of soft material (aluminum or brass) and can therefore be damaged when dissembling an old wheel and building a new one with the same set. Also, spoke nipples are fairly cheap. Thus, the incentive to reuse them is lower.
Are alloy or brass spoke nipples better?
Generally speaking, brass nipples are more durable and heavier, while alloy ones are lighter and come in many colors. Alloy nipples, on the other hand, can be anodized so they come in a wide range of colors. Strength. If you use standard 12mm long nipples with a traditional head, then brass nipples have more strength.
How do I know my spoke size?
To check which size your spokes are, try to thread one into a 1.8mm nipple. If it doesn’t go, it’s a 2.0mm. NOTE: These sizes have nothing to do with spoke wrench sizes. WARNING: If you use 1.8mm spokes and 2.0mm nipples, the threads will strip out of the nipples once you tension the spoke.
Can you reuse spokes MTB?
If the rim and spokes are in good shape, yes you can reuse them.
Can you reuse dirt bike spokes?
In most cases, if you are just upgrading, replacing with stock style, or maybe going to a different color rim, you can normally get away with reusing the OEM spokes and nipples.
Are copper and bronze the same thing?
Copper, brass, and bronze are part of a category of metals known as “red metals”, which are characterized by their reddish tint. While copper is a pure metal, brass and bronze are copper alloys (brass is a combination of copper and zinc; bronze is a combination of copper and tin).
What are the different sizes of steel spokes?
Listed below are the standard sizes of spokes we carry in stock: Spokes. Galvanised single gauge. 8g, 9g, 10g and 12g. Stainless steel single gauge (polished or unpolished) 6g, 7g, 8g, 9g, 10g (and 12g only unpolished) Stainless steel single butted (polished only) 5/7g, 6/7g, 6/8g, 7/8g, 7/9g, 8/9g, 8/10g, 9/10g, and 10/12g.
What kind of caliper do you use to measure spokes?
Using a Vernier caliper to measure a spoke nipple. 3.42mm would be measuring the spoke key needed. B rass spoke washers fit on to the spoke before lacing the wheel if the hub spoke hole diameter is greater than 0.3mm of the spoke diameter.
Are there different spokes on a classic wheel?
A ‘Classic Wheel’ is often fitted with four different spokes, but please remember, it’s essential not to assume anything and check thoroughly before ordering. For example, even though the inner and outer spokes on one side of the hub look the same, it is more than likely they are different in length, angle or bend length, albeit marginally.