5/8" Wood Ball
SKU: RB0625
Specifications
Specifications
- Diameter: 5/8" (0.63") / 15.88 mm
- Weight: 0.004 lbs (0.06 oz / 1.7 g) each
- Material: Hard maple (solid)
- Moisture Content: 7–13%
- Sphericity and Dimensional Tolerance: ±0.01" (±0.25 mm)
- Surface Finish: Tumble sanded, ~220 grit
- Color: Natural light cream to pale tan maple
- Available Pack Sizes: 10, 50, 100, 500
- Grain Orientation: Random radial (due to spherical shape)
5/8" Maple Wood Ball — Smooth Unfinished Sphere for Crafts, Toys, and Fine DIY Detailing
The 5/8-inch maple wood ball is a precisely lathe-turned, solid hardwood sphere designed for crafts, ornaments, education aids, and model making. Made from hard maple and tumble sanded to a smooth, ready-to-finish texture, each ball maintains consistent dimensions with minimal imperfections. Its moderate size provides sufficient surface area for painting, gluing, or drilling, while remaining lightweight and easy to integrate into a wide range of personalized or batch projects.
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- Solid hard maple construction ensures strength and a smooth, natural touch
- Precise 5/8" (0.63" / 15.88 mm) diameter with ±0.01" tolerance for reliable fit and assembly
- Tumble-sanded, ~220 grit surface is ready for paint, stain, or sealant with minimal prep
- Virtually knot-free and free from large imperfections for a clean, uniform look
- Accepts finishing, vinyl, and glue for decorative, functional, or educational uses
- Lightweight at just 0.004 lbs (0.06 oz / 1.7 g) per ball for bulk crafting or kit assembly
- Available in bulk pack sizes 10, 50, 100, 500 to support a variety of needs
- Good drillability for custom holes or dowel mounting without excessive tear-out
The 5/8" maple wood ball is a favorite component for doll features, holiday ornaments, movable mobiles, and animal crafting. Its uniform diameter is well-suited for math manipulatives, sorting, or fine motor skills kits in educational environments. Use for smooth rolling in homemade toy marble runs or combine with dowels for kinetic projects. For a clever touch, string them into garlands, assemble custom beaded trivets, or incorporate into textured wall art for tactile, dimensional collage effects.
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Will this ball fit a standard 5/8" dowel hole?
Yes, the ±0.01" tolerance ensures reliable fit with 5/8" holes or mounts. -
Is it ready for immediate painting or sealing?
The ball is tumble sanded to a fine finish, minimizing any extra prep work before decorating. -
Can I drill through the ball for threading or attachments?
Yes, the hard maple accepts center-drilling or through-holes with minimal tear-out using sharp bits. -
Is the surface free from knots and large defects?
Each ball is carefully selected for minimal imperfections, making it suitable for display and functional projects. -
Are bulk quantities available for classroom or business projects?
Packs of 10, 50, 100, and 500 meet various volume requirements; inquire for larger sizes or special orders. -
What is the recommended way to finish these wood balls?
Any craft paint, stain, wood sealer, or even adhesive vinyl can be used for a custom look; sanding is rarely necessary. -
Does the spherical shape allow for smooth rolling?
Yes, the high sphericity and smooth finish yield reliable rolling behavior for marble runs or movement-based crafts. -
How should I store these wooden balls?
Store in a low-humidity, room-temperature space to preserve shape and minimize shrinkage.
This 5/8" maple wood ball delivers a professional-grade component for countless DIY, classroom, and crafting applications—offering uniformity, reliability, and a flawless touch for any project where all-wood spheres are required.
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