Features
- Nylon Spacer Bushings
- Tough and resilient Black nylon spacer bushings are ideal for use in electrical and electronic applications or anywhere a slip surface is needed.
- They can be used as bushings, bearings, rollers, glides or separators.
- I.D.: .257"<br>O.D. 1/2" / Length: 1/2"
- 100 Per Package
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Black nylon spacer bushings with a 0.257" inner diameter, 0.5" outer diameter and 0.5" length, supplied in a pack of 100. They serve as bushings, bearings, rollers, glides or separators in electrical/electronic and general applications where a low-friction spacer or slip surface is required.
Project Ideas
Business
DIY Maker Kits (Mini Bearings Kit)
Assemble and sell DIY kits that include a set number of bushings, matching axles, tiny screws and instructions to build mini-rollers, pulley demos or model wheelsets. Market to hobbyists, model builders and makers on platforms like Etsy, eBay or your own store—position as an educational/prototyping pack.
Branded Industrial Jewelry Line
Design a signature line of minimalist jewelry using the bushings as the core design element. Add value through branded packaging, curated cord/chain options and lifestyle photography. Sell through online marketplaces, craft fairs and social media channels focused on industrial-chic accessories.
STEM Education Kits & Lesson Plans
Create classroom-ready kits that teach concepts like friction, bearings and simple machines using the bushings as hands-on components. Bundle multiple bushings with lesson plans, worksheets and demonstration builds; pitch to schools, makerspaces and after-school programs as affordable STEM supplies.
Subscription 'Mini Parts' Box
Include these bushings as a recurring item in a monthly subscription box for makers and prototypers. Curate themes (e.g., 'miniature motion', 'wearables', 'desk hacks') and provide project guides that showcase creative uses—subscriptions build recurring revenue and customer loyalty.
Bulk Repackaging for Retail & Online Resale
Buy the 100-packs in bulk and repackage into smaller retail-friendly quantities (packs of 5, 10 or 20) with attractive labeling and simple usage tips. Target local hardware stores, hobby shops and online marketplaces where hobbyists prefer smaller quantities with clear instructions.
Creative
Industrial Minimalist Jewelry
Use the black nylon bushings as industrial-style beads or spacers on leather cords, chains or elastic to craft bracelets, necklaces and rings. Their uniform size and matte finish give a modern, minimalist look; stack multiple bushings for bold stacked rings or alternate with metal beads for contrast.
Miniature Roller Wheels for Models
Turn each bushing into a tiny roller or wheel bearing for scale models, RC carts, dollhouse sliding doors or conveyor demonstrations. Their .257" I.D. fits small axles—glue or press-fit an axle through the bore to create low-friction rotating parts for moving model components.
Tactile Fidget / Bracelet Slider
String several bushings on elastic or braided cord to make a satisfying tactile fidget bracelet or desktop slider. The smooth nylon and snug bore create a pleasant sliding action; use different cord thicknesses or add a few colorful beads for variation.
Mini Wind Chimes & Sound Sculpture
Suspend bushings from thin wire or fishing line and pair them with small metal or wooden rods to build tiny wind chimes or kinetic sound sculptures. Their hollow centers make for interesting tonal qualities when struck or allowed to rattle together, and the black nylon gives a sleek, contemporary aesthetic.
Modular Cable Guide & Desk Organizer
Mount bushings along the edge of a desk or inside a small organizer to act as cable guides and separators. Group them to create channels for charging cables, headphone cords and pen holders; their low-friction surface reduces wear on cords and keeps a tidy workspace.