1-1/2" Slab Toy Wheel

1-1/2" Slab Toy Wheel — Flat Birch Wheel for Larger Toys and Models

The 1-1/2" slab toy wheel is a flat, 1/2" thick birch hardwood component designed for consistent performance in mid-to-large scale toy trucks, pull wagons, educational science models, and heavy game spinners. Featuring a standard 1/4" axle hole and CNC-turned precision, this wheel is ideal for builds that demand reliable rolling, structural stability, and a finish-ready surface for customization.

Key Features

• Flat slab profile maximizes stability and reduces tipping in heavy-duty projects
• High-precision machining ensures accurate diameter for balanced rolling action
• Premium kiln-dried birch delivers strength and dimensional reliability for everyday use
• Standard 1/4" hole fits a wide range of axles, pegs, and dowel rods
• Unfinished, sanded surface is ready for painting, staining, or woodburning detail
• Smooth, splinter-free edges allow secure assembly and safe classroom handling
• Available in pack sizes for prototyping, educational kits, and manufacturing runs

Specifications

• Diameter: 1-1/2" (38.10 mm)
• Thickness: 1/2" (12.70 mm)
• Hole Size: 1/4" (6.35 mm)
• Material: Kiln-dried birch hardwood
• Finish: Unfinished, sanded smooth
• Style: Flat/slab profile
• Roundness Tolerance: ±0.01" (±0.25 mm)
• Approximate Weight (per piece): 0.12 oz (3.40 g)
• Available Pack Sizes: 4, 20, 100, 500, 1500, bulk

Suggested Uses

This wheel style is tailored for robust model cars, wagon builds, school STEM carts, and larger rolling game tokens. Its size and weight distribution are perfect for educational kits requiring frequent handling and for hobby projects like small rolling furniture or fidget toys that benefit from a stable, low-profile wheel. For a clever use, incorporate it as the pivot base for a mini DIY revolving display or as the core of a spinning chore wheel, where even rotation and durable support are essential.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is 1/2" thickness suitable for heavier toy vehicles?
  Yes, the extra thickness provides greater rigidity and support for midsize to large wooden toys and craft builds.
• Does the 1/4" hole work with standard axles?
  Designed for snug fits with 1/4" dowels, pegs, or axle hardware in most toy and model setups.
• Is the birch sanded and easy to finish?
  Each wheel is factory-sanded and readily accepts paint, stains, seals, or woodburning for custom looks.
• Are these wheels available for bulk orders or classroom kits?
  Bulk pack sizes cover everything from individual builds to high-volume needs for teaching or small business manufacturing.
• Can I safely use these for children’s learning projects?
  Yes, all edges are smooth and splinter-free—just supervise projects due to typical small part size.
• Can they be drilled out for unique hardware?
  Birch is easy to modify with sharp drills if you need to widen the axle hole for custom parts.
• Will this wheel roll evenly on most surfaces?
  The slab design and precision turning ensures consistent, balanced rolling in all compatible projects.

Choose the 1-1/2" slab toy wheel when your toys, displays, or workshop builds call for extra strength, stability, and a finish-ready surface designed for seamless performance in every rotation.