Spoke Nipple Cn Spoke SN12 steel 12 mm purple 72 pcs

Cn Spoke SN12 are 12 mm steel spoke nipples in purple, supplied as a pack of 72 pieces. Designed for bicycle wheel spokes, these nipples secure the spokes to the rim and allow precise tension adjustment during wheel building and maintenance. The steel construction delivers reliable strength and resistance to deformation, while the 12 mm length matches rims and spoke lengths that require shorter nipples. The purple finish provides a visible color option for custom wheel builds or replacement parts.

Advantages

These steel spoke nipples offer consistent thread engagement and mechanical durability suitable for routine repairs and new wheel assemblies. The shorter 12 mm length reduces excess protrusion inside the rim on compatible setups and can simplify fitting in narrow rim beds. Supplied in a pack of 72, the set provides enough nipples for a full traditional 36-hole front and rear wheel pair, enabling complete wheel rebuilding without sourcing individual pieces.

Suitable for

• Wheel building and spoke replacement on bicycles with rims requiring 12 mm nipples
• Maintenance and repair of traditional spoked wheels (36-hole and similar configurations)
• Custom wheel projects where color-matching or accenting is desired

Key specifications

• Material: steel
• Length: 12 mm
• Finish: purple
• Pack quantity: 72 pieces
• Compatibility: for standard threaded spokes and rims requiring 12 mm nipples

How to use

Install the SN12 spoke nipples by threading them onto the spoke ends and seating them into the rim nipple holes. Use an appropriate spoke wrench that matches the nipple head to turn and tension each spoke evenly. Gradually increase tension in small increments while checking wheel dish and trueness, making spoke adjustments until the wheel runs true and maintains even spoke tension. For initial fitting, ensure threads are clean and lightly lubricated if recommended for your wheel build to prevent seizing.

Usage recommendations

When rebuilding or repairing wheels, inspect spoke threads and rim bed condition before installing new nipples. Use correct nipple length and material for your rim depth and spoke type to avoid interference with inner rim components and to ensure secure engagement. Store unused nipples in a dry place to minimize corrosion.