Spacers for retainers

Spacers can also be used to add length to the retainer. This turns the Retainer into a “packing” device.

spacers on retainer

Another option for the retainer with a center hole is spacers.

These are used to extend the length of any retainer with the 1/4 inch center hole.

Retainer with spacer
retainer spacers DTR

The spacers are made from the same machined nylon as the retainer and are approximately 1/4 inch ( 7 – 8 mm ) and 1/2 inch (12-13mm ) thick.

standard spacers
Notched spacers
notched spacers
DTR retainer screws

Nylon screws are used to hold the spacer(s) in place.

DTR retainer with spacer

Spacers are countersunk so that the nylon screw sits inside the spacer.

I only used spacers for a short time just to test out the concept since I was restored by the time I made them available. It is a way to increase the length of the Retainer without having to purchase a longer Retainer.