Board Spacers, Standoffs

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
9652.2100 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M5 NYLON 22MM	3100
9855.1200 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M5 NYLON 51MM	23
9641.6200 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M4 NYLON 16MM	461500
9863.8200 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M6 NYLON 38MM	269
9863.2200 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M6 NYLON 32MM	528
9863.2100 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M6 NYLON 32MM	893
9842.5200 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M4 NYLON 25MM	1688
9633.8300 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M3 NYLON 38MM	1350
9663.2100 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M6 NYLON 32MM	114
9663.8200 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M6 NYLON 38MM	101
9854.5200 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M5 NYLON 45MM	401
9643.8200 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M4 NYLON 38MM	1075
9645.1300 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M4 NYLON 51MM	509
9833.8300 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M3 NYLON 38MM	944
9831.9300 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M3 NYLON 19MM	582
9852.2300 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M5 NYLON 22MM	1405
9631.3300 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M3 NYLON 13MM	3364100
9655.1200 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M5 NYLON 51MM	767
9832.5300 Schurter	ROUND STANDOFF M3 NYLON 25MM	305
9632.5100 Schurter	HEX STANDOFF M3 NYLON 25MM	130100

Board Spacers, Standoffs

1. Overview

Board spacers and standoffs are specialized hardware components used to create controlled spacing between printed circuit boards (PCBs), panels, or structural elements. They provide mechanical support, electrical isolation, and thermal management in electronic assemblies. Their importance in modern technology includes enabling compact designs, reducing vibration stress, and improving heat dissipation in devices ranging from smartphones to industrial control systems.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Cylindrical Spacers	Simple tubular design with uniform diameter	PCB layer separation in consumer electronics
Hexagonal Standoffs	6-sided structure for wrench tightening	Industrial equipment panel mounting
Self-clinching Standoffs	Permanent installation with threaded compression	Sheet metal enclosures in servers
Adjustable Spacers	Variable length through threaded adjustment	Prototype development and testing
Insulated Spacers	Non-conductive materials for electrical isolation	High-voltage power supply assemblies

3. Structure & Composition

Typical construction includes:

Material: Stainless steel (corrosion resistance), aluminum (lightweight), or nylon (insulation)
Geometry: Cylindrical (standard), stepped (for multiple board heights), or flanged (for load distribution)
Installation Features: Internal threading (male/female), knurled surfaces (for grip), or press-fit tabs
Surface Treatment: Passivation (metal), UV resistance (plastics), or EMI shielding coating

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Importance
Material Hardness (HV)	Determines wear resistance and load capacity
Thread Engagement Length	Affects vibration resistance in dynamic environments
Thermal Conductivity (W/m K)	Critical for heat dissipation in power electronics
Dielectric Strength (kV/mm)	Safety factor in high-voltage applications
Installation Torque Rating	Prevents over-tightening damage to PCBs

5. Application Fields

Primary industries include:

Electronics Manufacturing: Server racks, LED displays
Automotive: Engine control units (ECUs), ADAS systems
Aerospace: Satellite PCB mounting, avionics enclosures
Medical Devices: MRI scanner internal structures
Consumer Electronics: Smartphone PCB stacking

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product
PEM	S-8900 Series self-clinching standoffs
RS Components	486-8826 insulated hexagonal spacers
Mouser Electronics	925206-12 adjustable PCB spacers
McMaster-Carr	91285A102 stainless steel standoffs

7. Selection Recommendations

Evaluate mechanical load requirements vs material strength
Match thread type (UNC/UNF/Metric) with assembly hardware
Consider CTE (Coefficient of Thermal Expansion) compatibility with PCB materials
Select insulated variants for >50V circuits
Use vibration-damping coatings in mobile applications

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Miniaturization: Sub-1mm spacers for wearable devices
Material Innovation: Conductive polymer composites for EMI shielding
Smart Integration: Standoffs with embedded strain gauges for structural monitoring
Automated Installation: Self-aligning designs for robotic assembly lines
Sustainability: Biodegradable plastic options (PLA-based) entering mainstream production