3/16" x 24" Birch Dowel
SKU: 24D018
3/16" x 24" Birch Dowel — Slim Wooden Rod for Furniture Joinery and Model Projects
This 3/16" x 24" birch dowel is a slender wooden rod crafted for furniture joinery, small woodworking tasks, and detailed model building. Made from kiln-dried birch and finished smooth for immediate use, it offers consistent strength and workability, giving makers and woodworkers dependable support in creative and functional projects alike.
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Specifications
Specifications
- Diameter: 3/16" (4.76 mm)
- Length: 24" (609.60 mm)
- Material: Solid birch wood (select grade)
- Tolerance: ±0.01" (±0.25 mm)
- Finish: Smooth surface, unfinished, light sanding applied
- Moisture Content: Kiln-dried for durability and stability
- Weight (per dowel): Approximately 0.7 oz (20 g)
- Available Pack Sizes: 25, 100, bulk quantities
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- 3/16" (4.76 mm) diameter provides a slim profile ideal for lightweight joinery and model framing.
- Smooth, pre-sanded surface enables straightforward finishing with paint, stain, or glue.
- Kiln-dried birch construction adds stability and reduces the chance of warping or splitting.
- 24" length offers flexibility to use at full size or cut into multiple pieces for smaller projects.
- Lightweight yet strong birch ensures reliable support for scaling models and small furniture projects.
- Attractive natural birch grain enhances visible decorative applications.
- Pack quantities give options for hobbyists, educators, or workshop settings.
These 3/16" x 24" birch dowels are a great choice for alignment pins in small furniture and cabinetry joinery. They are widely used in model making for frameworks, toy construction, or moving parts like axles. Architectural model designers can rely on them for consistent wooden components, while crafters use them for detailed accents like hanging ornaments, supports in wood art pieces, or reinforcement in lightweight DIY builds. A unique idea for this size is making custom wooden knitting needles, where the slim diameter and smoothness adapt perfectly to textile crafts.
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Can these be used as alignment pins in cabinetry?
Yes, their consistent 3/16" (4.76 mm) diameter makes them ideal for cabinet joinery and small furniture joints. -
Is the wood already sanded?
Yes, each dowel comes pre-sanded with a smooth finish, ready for painting, staining, or gluing. -
Do they fit in a 3/16" drill hole?
Yes, they are cut to 3/16" diameter with ±0.01" tolerance, ensuring a snug fit in a standard drilled opening. -
Can they be cut into smaller pieces?
Yes, they can be cut easily with hobby tools or saws for use in custom lengths. -
Will they warp over time?
No, the kiln-drying process minimizes warping, shrinking, or splitting under normal conditions. -
Are these sturdy enough for small axles in models?
Yes, birch provides enough strength for lightweight mechanical uses such as toy wheels or moving model components. -
Are bulk packs available for classrooms?
Yes, we offer quantities of 25, 100, and bulk, ideal for education or group projects. -
How are they packed during shipping?
They are boxed in cartons meeting ASTM D5118 standards to ensure safe handling in transit. -
Can they be used in crafts like knitting needles?
Yes, with light sanding and finishing, they can be adapted into craft tools such as knitting or weaving needles.
The 3/16" x 24" birch dowel combines slender strength, smooth finish, and consistent sizing, making it ideal for joinery, model building, and detailed craftwork. Whether reinforcing a project or designing intricate models, these dowels provide dependable performance. Order today to keep your projects supported with quality materials.
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