Spoke Nipple Cn Spoke SN12 12 mm steel blue — pack of 72

Cn Spoke SN12 spoke nipples are 12 mm long steel nipples finished in blue, supplied as a pack of 72. Designed for use with bicycle spokes and rims, these nipples provide secure thread engagement for wheel assembly, truing and maintenance. Their steel construction offers strength and durable performance where a short 12 mm nipple length is required, and the blue finish allows visual identification during build and repair.

Advantages

Steel construction ensures high tensile strength and resistance to deformation under spoke tension. The 12 mm length is suitable for rims with short spoke head clearance or when minimal protrusion is needed. Supplied in a pack of 72, the set covers common wheel builds and repair needs without the need to purchase individual nipples. The blue finish provides corrosion resistance and makes it easier to locate and differentiate nipples during assembly and truing.

Suitable for

• Building or rebuilding bicycle wheels that require 12 mm nipple length
• Wheel repairs where steel nipples are preferred for strength
• Truing and tensioning spokes on rims with limited nipple access
• Replacement of worn or damaged nipples on compatible rims

Key specifications

• Material: steel
• Length: 12 mm
• Finish: blue
• Pack quantity: 72 pieces
• Intended use: bicycle spoke nipples for wheel assembly and truing

How to use

Select the appropriate nipple length for your rim and spoke combination, then thread each Cn Spoke SN12 nipple onto the spoke thread by hand until seated in the rim. Use a compatible spoke wrench to turn the nipple for initial tensioning and to true the wheel. Make incremental adjustments while rotating the wheel and checking lateral and radial runout. Ensure threads are clean and lightly lubricated if required for smoother turning and to reduce the risk of seizing.

Usage recommendations

For reliable wheel performance, inspect nipple threads and spoke threads for damage before installation. Use these steel 12 mm nipples where rim depth and spoke length demand short nipples; consider corrosion protection measures if the wheels will be exposed to wet or salty conditions. During long-term maintenance, periodically check nipple tightness and retrue as needed.