3" Classic Wheel

3" Birch Wheel — Classic Large Craft Wheel, 3/4" Thick

With a full 3" diameter and a sturdy 3/4" thickness, this birch wheel is crafted for building sizable toy vehicles, kinetic classroom models, furniture projects, and standout decorative builds. CNC-lathed from kiln-dried hardwood and finely sanded, it supports high-load, stable rolling, and offers an unfinished, splinter-free surface for easy custom finishes. The 3/8" center hole is ready for most standard heavy-duty axles and pegs—giving professional crafters and educators the durability and flexibility needed for ambitious large-scale applications.

Key Features

• Impressive 3" diameter with 3/4" thickness for maximum strength and ground clearance
• 3/8" center hole fits standard dowels, pegs, and axles for simple, robust assembly
• Kiln-dried birch construction resists warping and splitting even in high-use builds
• Pre-sanded, unfinished wood offers immediate compatibility with paint, stain, or embellishments
• Splinter-free, tumble-sanded edges ensure safe, comfortable handling
• Available in bulk and multi-packs, supporting classes, large projects, or manufacturing runs

Specifications

• Diameter: 3" (76.20 mm)
• Thickness: 3/4" (19.05 mm)
• Hole Size: 3/8" (9.53 mm)
• Material: Kiln-dried birch hardwood
• Finish: Unfinished, sanded smooth
• Roundness Tolerance: ±0.01" (±0.25 mm)
• Shape Profile: Classic round, smooth edge
• Available Pack Sizes: 4, 20, 100, bulk

Suggested Uses

The 3" birch wheel is a staple for crafting large pull or push wagons, oversized wooden trucks, garden carts, and functional or decorative rolling furniture. Its generous size is also ideal for kinetic art, STEM demonstration models, rolling library ladders, and maker projects requiring substantial wheels for visibility and load-bearing. For creative home DIY, use it as a mobile plant caddy, a bold centerpiece for a kinetic sculpture, or as the turning support for a custom lazy Susan, maximizing the utility and impact of its durable, finish-ready design.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does the 3" wheel provide reliable support for heavy projects?
  Yes, the thick birch and large diameter give superior strength for large toys, rolling containers, and furniture bases.
• What size axle fits for most applications?
  The 3/8" (9.53 mm) hole is standard for heavy-duty dowel rods or pegs in larger builds.
• Is the surface ready for my preferred finish?
  Each wheel is sanded smooth at the factory—just clean before applying paint, stain, or sealer.
• Can I custom drill or trim these for unique hardware?
  Birch can be carefully drilled to fit specialty axles or add hardware as the project requires.
• Are the edges safe for children’s crafts?
  All edges are fully rounded and tumble-sanded for safe handling—always use adult supervision for small parts.
• Is bulk ordering available?
  Packs and bulk quantities are available to support classes, events, or product manufacturing.
• How does the wheel perform outdoors?
  For outdoor builds, use a weather-resistant sealant to protect the wood from rain or direct sun exposure.
• Will the wheel roll smoothly on floors or tabletops?
  CNC machining and even sanding ensure a stable, balanced roll on most surfaces.
• Does the wheel work as a functional furniture caster?
  The size and strength are excellent for stationary or moderate-load rolling furniture when properly installed.

Choose this 3" birch wheel for ambitious toy, furniture, and kinetic art projects where reliability, impressive size, and finish-ready quality are your top priorities.