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Unique-Bargains M3 x 12mm Aluminum Standoff Spacer 10Pcs Black

SKU CH-2JEA-AGCPD

Pack of ten black aluminium M3 standoffs, 12 mm long, suited to 180, 210 and 250 class frames

  • Product typeOther Accessories
  • Textured aluminum resists wear with M3 internal threads
  • 12 mm body length fits 180 210 250 class frames
  • Female-thread design allows secure stacking of components
  • Black anodised finish adds corrosion protection and clean look
  • Ten pieces per pack supplies multiple build or repair jobs

M3 x 12mm aluminum standoffs for RC frames

This pack contains ten black aluminum spacers with M3 internal threads and a 12mm body length. They suit hobbyists building or repairing 180 210 250 class multirotor frames. The female-threaded columns provide a secure stand-off for flight-controller stacks or accessory mounts. Each piece weighs 4g and has a 5mm outer diameter.

Behaviour under sustained vibration

The aluminum alloy resists deformation when frame arms flex during aggressive manoeuvres. Thread engagement remains consistent because the internal M3 threads are cut into solid metal rather than formed in plastic. The textured cylinder surface helps lock the spacer against the carbon-fibre plate so fasteners do not back out under load. Ten pieces allow a complete frame rebuild without mixing old and new hardware.

Limits of the M3 mounting standard

M3 hardware caps the clamping force well below what larger bolts provide, so these spacers cannot replace structural frame bolts. The 12mm fixed length means stack height cannot be adjusted without adding or removing shims. Only frames drilled for M3 patterns on 180 210 250 classes will accept the 5mm outer diameter without modification. Builders needing finer height increments or larger threads must source different parts.

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Price $5.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 69 comparable items (median $10.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameUnique Bargains
Model nameRC Airplane
Product typeOther Accessories

Questions about this item

Do these M3 × 12 mm aluminum standoffs add noticeable weight or heat to a drone frame running all day?

Each piece weighs 4 g, so the full set adds minimal mass and aluminum dissipates heat passively without active cooling.

What existing hardware is required to install these M3 standoffs on a frame?

You need M3 screws or bolts to engage the female M3 threads on both ends of each 12 mm spacer.

Will these 12 mm standoffs fit the mounting pattern on my 210-class quadcopter frame?

They are designed for 180, 210 and 250 class racks, so the M3 thread and 12 mm length match standard holes on those frames.

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