Connecting Spacers

Custom Connecting Spacers

Pattern Fasteners manufactures custom connecting spacers for engineering, machinery and mechanical assembly applications.

Connecting spacers are used where a component must both maintain a controlled distance between parts and provide a secure mechanical connection within the assembly.

They can incorporate internal or external threads, male-to-female configurations, shoulders, flanges and other machined features to suit the application.

We manufacture connecting spacers to customer drawings, samples and individual specifications, including non-standard sizes, thread combinations, materials and tolerances.

Bespoke Connecting Spacers

Where a standard spacer or fixing is unsuitable, Pattern Fasteners can manufacture a component specifically for the assembly.

Custom connecting spacer features can include:

• Internal threads

• External threads

• Male-to-female configurations

• Male-to-male configurations

• Different thread sizes at each end

• Precision bores

• Shoulders

• Flanges

• Stepped diameters

• Counterbores

• Flats

• Cross holes

• Grooves and undercuts

• Special end forms

This allows the spacer to combine several functions within a single precision-machined component.

What Are Connecting Spacers Used For?

Connecting spacers are used where components need to be held apart at a defined distance while also being mechanically joined.

Typical applications include:

• Machinery and equipment

• Enclosures and housings

• Electrical and electronic assemblies

• Automotive components

• Jigs and fixtures

• Production equipment

• Structural assemblies

• Instrumentation

• Specialist engineering applications

Depending on the design, the spacer may provide spacing, alignment, support, fastening or location.

Threaded Connecting Spacers

Threaded connecting spacers are commonly used where the spacer forms part of the fastening system.

Configurations can include:

• Female-to-female

• Male-to-female

• Male-to-male

• Different thread sizes at opposite ends

• Different thread forms or pitches

This can simplify assembly by reducing the number of separate nuts, washers and spacer components required.

Connecting Spacers with Shoulders & Flanges

Shoulders and flanges can be incorporated where additional location or support is required.

These features can help:

• Control installation depth

• Improve alignment

• Increase bearing area

• Locate the component positively

• Interface with different bore diameters

• Prevent unwanted movement within the assembly

Connecting Spacer Materials

Pattern Fasteners can manufacture connecting spacers from a wide range of engineering materials, including:

• Mild and carbon steels

• Alloy steels

• Stainless steels

• Aluminium

• Brass

• Bronze

• Copper and copper alloys

• Nickel alloys

• Specialist engineering materials

Material selection will depend on the mechanical, environmental and corrosion-resistance requirements of the application.

Stainless Steel Connecting Spacers

Stainless steel connecting spacers are suitable for applications where strength, durability and corrosion resistance are important.

They can be produced in a range of grades to suit industrial, outdoor and specialist engineering environments.

Aluminium Connecting Spacers

Aluminium connecting spacers offer a lightweight solution and can be particularly useful where reducing assembly weight is important.

They can also be supplied with suitable surface treatments where required.

Connecting Spacers Made to Drawing

Many connecting spacer requirements are application-specific.

Pattern Fasteners can manufacture directly from your engineering drawing, dimensional specification or physical sample.

This is particularly useful for:

• New product development

• Replacement components

• Obsolete machinery

• Prototype assemblies

• Specialist equipment

• Bespoke production systems

Precision & Tolerances

Where a connecting spacer also performs a locating or alignment function, accurate dimensions can be critical.

Thread dimensions, bore sizes, outside diameters, overall lengths, shoulder positions and flange dimensions can all be manufactured to suit customer-defined requirements.

UK Manufacturer of Connecting Spacers

Pattern Fasteners manufactures special fasteners and precision-engineered components in the West Midlands.

Whether you require a simple threaded spacer or a complex connecting component with multiple diameters, threads and locating features, we can manufacture to your drawing or specification.

Need a Custom Connecting Spacer?

Send us your drawing, sample or specification and our team can review the material, thread configuration, dimensions, tolerances and manufacturing requirements for your component.