3/8" x 1-1/4" Fluted Dowel Pin

3/8" x 1-1/4" Fluted Dowel Pins — Birch Hardwood Joiners for Reliable Medium-Depth Wood Connections

The 3/8-inch diameter by 1-1/4-inch fluted dowel pin is crafted from unfinished birch wood, offering strong, concealed joinery for cabinetry, panel frames, shelving, and repair projects that call for a slightly deeper bite than short dowels. Straight multi-groove flutes allow for even glue distribution and air escape, supporting durable, gap-free wood bonds. Both ends are chamfered for easy hand or tool-assisted insertion, with a tumble-sanded surface that eliminates splinters and reduces prep work so you can focus on the build.

Key Features

• 3/8" (9.53 mm) diameter for superior grip and holding power
• 1-1/4" (31.75 mm) length designed for medium-depth face frames, cabinetry, and small furniture joints
• Longitudinal fluted design provides effective glue flow and precise compression fit
• Both ends chamfered for smooth, easy insertion and clean seating
• Tumble-sanded, splinter-free surface ready for glue and assembly
• Premium birch construction offers strength and reliable glue absorption
• Available in packs of 100 or 17,000 for single builds or high-volume production
• Consistently manufactured to tight tolerances for repeatable assembly every time

Specifications

• Diameter: 3/8" (9.53 mm)
• Length: 1-1/4" (31.75 mm)
• Style: Fluted multi-groove
• Material: Birch hardwood
• Finish: Raw, tumble-sanded
• Ends: Dual chamfered
• Weight: 0.31 lbs per 100 pcs
• Tolerance: ±0.01" (±0.25 mm)
• Available Pack Sizes: 100, 17,000; custom bulk available

Suggested Uses

These 3/8" x 1-1/4" fluted dowels are ideal for secure assembly of wood casework, decently thick face frames, shelving, and repairs requiring a bit more joint depth than a 1" dowel provides. Woodworkers, educators, and kit builders use them in cabinet rails, sturdy drawer assembly, panel joints, template registration, or when reinforcing mid-size joinery. For a clever classroom or DIY twist, use them as pegs, axles, or hidden pivots in STEM projects or functional crafts, leveraging their precise dimensions and strong birch makeup.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will these fit a 3/8" dowel hole tightly?
  Yes, fluted for a snug, compression fit with standard 3/8" drills and jigs.
• Are both ends chamfered?
  Yes, to ease insertion and prevent end splintering.
• Can I cut them to a shorter size if needed?
  Birch dowels cut cleanly if a project calls for custom lengths.
• Are they strong enough for use in drawer construction?
  Perfectly suited to mid-size drawer or box joints—supports moderate everyday use with reliable holding strength.
• Will the raw birch take glue easily?
  Yes, the unfinished, sanded surface bonds very well with PVA and other standard woodworking glues.
• What projects benefit most from a 1-1/4" dowel?
  Medium-depth paneled cabinetry, face frames, shelving, craft tool jigs, and situations where a 1" pin would fall short but 1-1/2" would be overkill.
• Do they ship in resealable packaging for bulk?
  Available in both small and high-count cartons or bags for easy shop management and bulk dispensing.

Reach for these 3/8" x 1-1/4" birch fluted dowels whenever your medium-depth joinery needs call for lasting strength, perfect fit, and ease of assembly—project after project.