At Obright Billiard Cues – Chongqing, China, wholesale billiard cues for sports store,we’ve been manufacturing custom maple, ash, and carbon fiber pool & snooker cues for over 20 years. One question B2B buyers often ask is: “What joint types do you support for OEM/ODM orders?”
Here are four types of billiard cue joints that we frequently use when producing large quantities.
1. 3/8″-8 Joint (8-Tooth / Southwest Style)
A thicker pin with 8 coarse threads per inch — popular on custom cues and Southwest-style builds. Delivers a solid, powerful hit with excellent energy transfer. Often paired with stainless steel or brass collars.
Typical custom brand : O’Min / Omin (2pc pool cue stick with green stained 13mm rainbow tip – Chongqing Obright Company)
2. 3/8″-10 Joint (10-Tooth – Industry Standard)
The most widely used joint in our production line. Thicker 3/8″ pin with 10 TPI gives a stable wood-to-wood connection and a traditional, smooth hit. Compatible with many aftermarket shafts.
Typical custom brand :Stealth,Crical,Eagleking
3. 5/16″-18 Joint (Standard American Joint)
5/16″ diameter pin with 18 fine threads per inch — the classic American production joint. Reliable, easy to source replacement shafts for, and offers a slightly softer feedback than 3/8×10.
Typical custom brand : Action,VELO,The Billiard Factory,Jonny 8ball(PA45 Pearl Blue Pool Cue Handmade Snooker Cue – Chongqing Obright Company)
4. Quick Joint / Quick Release (with Flat Copper Ferrule) /UNILOC
Fast-assembly joint that locks in less than one full turn — convenient for players who travel or frequently break down their cue. Usually fitted with a flat copper ferrule for durability.
Typical custom brand :Stealth, Predator (2pc Black Break Cue 10.3mm crystal tip – Chongqing Obright Company)
All joint types at Obright are available with customizable butt ferrules (Wood / ABS / Convex Copper / Flat Copper) :Refer to the following chart.
Of course,we will also select different types of connectors based on your customized requirements.Come and have a discussion with us!