Thru Axle Thread Issue
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Thru Axle Thread Issue
I'm building up a boost spaced mtb. I have a DT Swiss 12x148 thru axle for the rear wheel. It won't screw into the derailleur hanger threads so I assume the thread pitches are different. What do I need to know about this? Thanks!
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What frame is it? as this will define the thread needed/brand/model needed on the axle for your frame, and why can't you use the axle that came with the bike, at least you will know that this fits?
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Derailleur hanger threads are 10x1mm. What were you expecting to learn by trying to thread a thru-axle into it?
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There are three possible thread pitches for a 12mm rear thru axle. 12 x 1, 12 x 1.5 and 12 x 1.75. There are also varying lengths based on what standard the frame manufacturer used. All "boost" frames do not take the same length axle.
All About Thru Axles - Fairwheel Bikes Blog
All About Thru Axles - Fairwheel Bikes Blog
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There are three possible thread pitches for a 12mm rear thru axle. 12 x 1, 12 x 1.5 and 12 x 1.75. There are also varying lengths based on what standard the frame manufacturer used. All "boost" frames do not take the same length axle.
All About Thru Axles - Fairwheel Bikes Blog
All About Thru Axles - Fairwheel Bikes Blog
At least, that's the way it works for non-boost frames. Maybe the industry did a better job of standardization with boost, but I doubt it.






