{"id":6831,"date":"2023-12-27T09:13:32","date_gmt":"2023-12-27T09:13:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/monroeaerospace.com\/blog\/?p=6831"},"modified":"2023-12-27T09:13:33","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T09:13:33","slug":"the-beginners-guide-to-spacers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/monroeaerospace.com\/blog\/the-beginners-guide-to-spacers\/","title":{"rendered":"The Beginner&#8217;s Guide to Spacers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" src=\"https:\/\/monroeaerospace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/NAS43DD-N-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"Spacer by Monroe\" class=\"wp-image-6832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/monroeaerospace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/NAS43DD-N-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/monroeaerospace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/NAS43DD-N.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Spacers are commonly used in the aerospace manufacturing industry. As shown in the adjacent photo, they look like cylindrical pieces of metal with a hollow interior. They are available in different sizes, with some spacers being wider or longer than others. Nonetheless, they are all cylindrical with a hollow interior. For a better understanding of spacers and how they work, keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Spacers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spacers are rod-like components that are used to create space between two or more parts. They are used in applications where additional space is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A typical spacer consists of a cylindrical piece of metal &#8212; aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel, etc. &#8212; with a hollow interior. You can place a spacer between two or more parts to separate the parts. Thanks to its rigid design, the spacer will keep the parts separated so that they don&#8217;t touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Spacers Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spacers use a simple method of operation to separate the parts with which they are used. They don&#8217;t contain any moving components, nor do they require any special tools. Instead, spacers are placed between the respective parts where they form a physical barrier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to creating space, spacers are also used in positioning applications. If you need to position a screw or bolt, for instance, you may want to use a spacer. Placing the fastener through the spacer will prevent it from going too deep. The spacer will essentially limit the depth at which the fastener can be driven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Some of the most common applications for spacers include the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Separating parts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Positioning fasteners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electrical and avionics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assemblies for aerospace parts, such as fuselages and wings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spacers vs Standoffs: What&#8217;s the Difference?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>They may look similar, but spacers and standoffs aren&#8217;t the same. Both spacers and standoffs are cylindrical with a hollow interior. The difference is that standoffs are threaded, whereas spacers are not threaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Standoffs contain threads inside of them. Using these threads, they can hold bolts and similar threaded fasteners in place. Spacers, on the other hand, have a smooth interior that&#8217;s devoid of threads. You can still use them to separate parts and position fasteners, but spacers don&#8217;t have internal threading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spacers play an important role in the aerospace manufacturing industry. They ensure the safety, effectiveness, and endurance of aircraft structures by offering necessary spacing and backing between different components.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spacers are commonly used in the aerospace manufacturing industry. As shown in the adjacent photo, they look like cylindrical pieces of metal with a hollow interior. 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