1" Wood Ball

1" Wood Ball: 1 Inch Diameter Maple Craft Component

A solid 1-inch diameter wooden sphere made from high-quality maple, designed for crafting, woodworking, and educational projects. This wood ball offers a smooth, tumble-sanded surface that minimizes prep time for finishing or painting, making it an ideal choice for builders and hobbyists requiring consistent size and strong structural integrity within their creations.

Key Features

• Pre-sanded Smooth Surface: Ready for painting or staining immediately, reducing project prep time.
• Consistent 1" Diameter (±0.01”): Ensures uniform appearance and fit for projects requiring multiple identical parts.
• Seamless Solid Maple Construction: Eliminates weak points or joints, providing strong durability.
• Good Drillability: Suitable for adding holes or attachments without splitting.
• Randomized Grain Direction: Balanced appearance and structural strength.
• High Compatibility: Works well with modular systems, kits, and various craft and educational applications.
• Lightweight: Each ball weighs approximately 0.01 to 0.02 lbs, easy to handle for fine motor skill activities.
• Tumble Sanded Finish: Medium absorption rate, supporting excellent paint and coating adherence.

Specifications

• Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm) ±0.01"
• Radius: 0.5 inch (12.7 mm)
• Circumference: ~3.14 inches (79.8 mm)
• Surface Area: ~3.14 in² (20.3 cm²)
• Volume: ~0.52 in³ (8.5 cm³)
• Weight per unit: ~0.01 – 0.02 lbs
• Material: Hard Maple wood
• Grain Direction: Randomized (spherical form)
• Finish: Tumble sanded, unfinished (lightly smooth)
• Roundness Precision: ±0.01" variation
• Seam Presence: None
• Storage: Store in dry, indoor conditions
• Packaging: Available in pack sizes of 10, 50, 100, 500, 2000
• Structural Integrity: Strong for woodworking applications
• Shelf Life (Unfinished): Indefinite

Suggested Uses

• Furniture accents such as knobs or decorative elements
• Model making components requiring natural wood spheres
• Teacher resources: Math manipulatives, patterning, spatial reasoning aids
• Parent/child projects: Paintable ornaments, game pieces, simple robotic parts
• Custom craft projects needing a durable, paint-ready wooden ball
• Educational kits that promote fine motor skills and tactile learning

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this fit a 1-inch hole?
  Yes, the ball diameter is 1 inch with a tight tolerance of ±0.01". It should fit snugly into 1-inch openings, allowing for slight adjustments.
• Is the wood sanded and ready for paint?
  The surface is tumble sanded to a smooth finish, providing an excellent base for paint or stain with minimal additional preparation.
• Can I order in bulk for classroom or manufacturing needs?
  Yes, pack sizes range from 10 to 2000 units to accommodate small projects or large-scale orders.
• What type of wood is used?
  Each ball is made from solid hard maple, known for its durability and suitability for fine sanding and finishing.
• Are there any seams or glue points on the balls?
  No seams or joints are present; each ball is a single solid piece for consistent strength.
• Can I drill into these balls without splitting?
  Yes, the maple wood has good drillability and structural integrity, allowing for holes or attachments when careful drilling is applied.
• How should I store the wood balls to maintain quality?
  Keep in dry, indoor storage conditions to prevent warping or damage over time.

Craftparts.com's 1" Wood Ball combines natural maple quality with a smooth finish and reliable dimensions, making it a dependable component for crafting, educational, and professional woodworking projects. Whether you're developing detailed models or engaging educational activities, this wood ball meets the precise needs of your build or craft.