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1-1/4" Wood Ball Dowel Cap, 1/2" Hole

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1-1/4" Birch Wood Ball Cap — Hardwood Finial with 1/2" Hole for Dowels and Rods

The 1-1/4" birch wood ball cap is a classic round wooden end cap designed with a 1/2" (12.70 mm) diameter hole for snugly fitting over 1/2" dowels or rods. With a diameter of 1-1/4" (31.75 mm) and a height of 1-7/32" (30.56 mm), this cap is crafted from unfinished birch hardwood, allowing easy customization and a natural, smooth surface for painting, staining, or finishing. The fitting is engineered to be tight; sanding may be needed for a perfect, secure fit depending on dowel variations.

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  • Diameter: 1-1/4" (31.75 mm)
  • Height: 1-7/32" (30.56 mm)
  • Hole Size: 1/2" (12.70 mm)
  • Material: Birch hardwood, unfinished
  • Weight: 0.80 oz (22.7 g) each (approx. 0.23 lb per 10-pack)
  • Dimensional Tolerance: ±0.01" (±0.25 mm)
  • Moisture Content: typically 7–13%
  • Pack Sizes: 10, 25, 100, 1000 (custom bulk available)
 
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  • Unfinished birch surface ready for painting, staining, or decorating
  • 1/2" diameter hole fits standard dowels, rods, and posts
  • Solid, smooth construction for use as a finial, end cap, or handle
  • Snug fit for most 1/2" dowels—sanding may be required for exact precision
  • Machined to ±0.01" tolerance for consistent sizing across packs
  • Multiple pack sizes 10, 25, 100, 1000 for individual, group, or manufacturing use

This 1-1/4" birch wood ball cap is a popular choice for creating curtain rod finials, capping stair railings, or serving as decorative ends for clothes racks and banners. Crafters and woodworkers use these balls for toy making, custom puppets, display handles, or adding a clean finish to project ends. For a creative twist, decorate and use the balls as hanging ornaments or thread them onto dowel-based displays. The unfinished surface is ideal for burning, painting, or lettering to match your décor or brand style. Always check and adjust fit with fine sanding as needed for a secure, polished result.

  • Will this cap fit any 1/2" dowel or rod?
    It is designed for 1/2" diameter rods. Some dowels may require light sanding for a perfect, snug fit.
  • Can these be finished or painted?
    Yes, the unfinished birch takes stains, paints, clear coats, and woodburning easily.
  • Are all ball caps the same size within a pack?
    Each ball cap is machined to ±0.01" tolerance for reliable sizing in sets or large-scale builds.
  • Are larger pack sizes available?
    Packs up to 1000 or more can be ordered for commercial or manufacturing uses—custom inquiries are welcome.
  • Will the birch wood ball cap split or crack easily?
    Properly dried and machined birch is very durable, but we recommend careful fitting, especially onto hardwood dowels.

The 1-1/4" birch wood ball cap delivers a strong, detail-ready finishing piece for wood rails, rods, and custom crafts—easily tailored to your next home, hobby, or commercial project.

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