Board Spacers, Standoffs

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
911-5MM Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER NYLON 5MM	391704
9905-125 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #6 NYLON 1/8"	135913
9911-1.000 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #4 NYLON 1"	0
9913-625 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #2 NYLON 5/8"	989
938-040 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER NYLON 1.02MM	0
901-030 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER NYLON 0.76MM	287
905-080 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER NYLON 2.03MM	825
905-1.150 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER NYLON 29.21MM	0
939-375 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER NYLON 3/8"	1000
9912-562 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #8 NYLON 9/16"	2345
908-125 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER NYLON 1/8"	0
SRS-2-470 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #6 PVC 11.94MM	0
9913-750 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #2 NYLON 3/4"	0
9908-562 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #4 NYLON 9/16"	0
9911-812 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #4 NYLON 13/16"	500
9911-250 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #4 NYLON 1/4"	22172
9908-750 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #4 NYLON 3/4"	724
9912-375 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #8 NYLON 3/8"	5975
9911-562 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER #4 NYLON 9/16"	3
939-090 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	ROUND SPACER NYLON 2.29MM	950

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