Sapim Polyax Nipple - Alu 14G 12mm, Blue

Sapim Polyax Aluminum Spoke Nipple 14G 12mm Blue is a premium lightweight wheel-building component designed for cyclists and wheel builders who demand high performance, durability, and precise spoke tensioning. Manufactured from aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum alloy, this nipple offers an exceptional balance of low weight, high strength, and excellent corrosion resistance.

The unique Polyax head design allows the nipple to align naturally with the spoke angle, reducing stress concentrations and helping create stronger, more durable wheel builds. Its anodized blue finish not only provides an attractive appearance but also enhances surface protection against corrosion and wear.

Sapim applies a proprietary low-friction coating to both the threads and nipple surface. This advanced coating significantly reduces friction between the spoke, nipple, and rim, making wheel building and truing smoother, cleaner, and more efficient. The coating also minimizes spoke wind-up, helps achieve higher spoke tensions, and reduces the likelihood of seized or overtightened nipples.

Ideal for road bikes, mountain bikes, gravel bikes, XC bikes, racing wheelsets, and custom wheel builds, the Sapim Polyax 14G 12mm Blue Nipple delivers professional-grade performance, reliability, and lightweight efficiency.

Key Features

• Brand: Sapim

• Model: Polyax

• Material: 7075-T6 Aluminum Alloy

• Spoke Compatibility: 14G Spokes

• Length: 12mm

• Color: Blue

• Head Design: Polyax Self-Aligning Head

• Finish: Anodized

• Coating: Proprietary Low-Friction Coating

• Weight Advantage: Lighter than traditional brass nipples

• Corrosion Resistance: Enhanced through anodizing and protective coating

• Application: Performance wheel builds and spoke replacement

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Sapim Polyax Nipple

• Nipple Type: Aluminum Spoke Nipple

• Material Grade: 7075-T6 Aluminum

• Spoke Size Compatibility: 14G

• Nipple Length: 12mm

• Color: Blue

• Head Type: Polyax

• Surface Treatment: Anodized Finish

• Thread Coating: Low-Friction Performance Coating

• Corrosion Protection: Yes

• Wheel Building Compatible: Yes

• Recommended Use: Road, Gravel, MTB, XC, Racing, and Custom Wheel Builds

Advanced Coating Technology

• Reduced Friction: Special coating minimizes friction between spoke, nipple, and rim

• Silent Truing: Enables smooth wheel adjustments without squeaks

• Virtually Torsion-Free Performance: Helps reduce spoke twisting during tensioning

• High-Tension Compatibility: Supports precise spoke tension without thread binding

• Cleaner Wheel Building: Eliminates the need for excessive lubricants and cleanup

• Corrosion Sealing: Coating helps protect surfaces from oxidation and wear

Easy Operation / Usage

• Install with compatible 14G bicycle spokes

• Use suitable wheel-building tools for installation and tensioning

• Adjust spoke tension according to wheel specifications

• Suitable for new wheel builds, upgrades, and wheel maintenance

• Periodically inspect wheel tension for optimal performance

Why Choose This Product

• Premium 7075-T6 Aluminum: Combines lightweight performance with excellent strength

• Polyax Technology: Improves spoke alignment and wheel durability

• Low-Friction Coating: Simplifies wheel building and wheel truing

• Anodized Blue Finish: Adds style while enhancing corrosion resistance

• Professional Wheel Building Quality: Trusted by wheel builders worldwide

• Improved Wheel Performance: Supports accurate tensioning and long-lasting wheel stability

In the Box

• 1 x Sapim Polyax Aluminum Spoke Nipple 14G 12mm Blue