{"title":"Brass Electrode Caps and Buttons","description":"\u003cp class=\"rt-center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNeon brass buttons and caps are essential components for safe and reliable neon installations. Designed to help prevent electrical arcing between a neon electrode and an energized conductor, they provide a secure connection while enhancing overall system performance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eEasy to install, these precision-made brass caps create a dependable electrical contact within spring-loaded neon housings, helping ensure consistent operation and long-term reliability. They are also a required component when using our Neon Sculpture Bases, making them an indispensable part of any professional neon assembly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhether you're building a custom neon piece or maintaining an existing installation, neon brass buttons and caps deliver the safety, conductivity, and performance your project demands.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"brass-electrode-caps-10-12mm-or-15mm-short-or-long","title":"Brass Electrode Caps (10\/12mm or 15mm, short or long)","description":"\u003cp\u003eUse on tubulated electrodes to protect the tubulation nipple from damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cem\u003emust-use\u003c\/em\u003e with any housing which utilizes a spring-type electrode contact to ensure proper electrical contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade of premium H65 brass to provide a positive electrical connection and resist corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach cap features two separate holes for sliding each electrode wire through to tie off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur caps feature \"clean electrode holes\" - no flashing material is left hanging from the hole!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 10mm and 15mm diameters, short and long lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-lg\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10\/12mm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#8B0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"SHORT\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BRASS CAPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.45” dia. x .5” long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-lg\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10\/12mm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#8B0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"LONG\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BRASS CAPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.45” dia. x 1” long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-lg\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15mm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#8B0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"SHORT\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BRASS CAPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.575” dia. x .5” long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-lg\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15mm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#8B0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"LONG\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BRASS CAPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.575” dia. x 1” long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"West Coast Custom Designs","offers":[{"title":"10\/12mm \/ Short","offer_id":50499273392384,"sku":"10\/12-SHORT","price":0.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\/12mm \/ Long","offer_id":50499273425152,"sku":"10\/12-LONG","price":0.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15mm \/ Short","offer_id":50499273457920,"sku":"15-SHORT","price":0.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15mm \/ Long","offer_id":50499273490688,"sku":"15-LONG","price":0.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0856\/8337\/2288\/files\/6307a9_cafef1aa9c58476b9a07c97e6bbbcfa8_mv2.jpg?v=1790965392"},{"product_id":"brass-electrode-buttons-aka-penny-caps","title":"Brass Electrode Buttons (aka Penny Caps)","description":"\u003cp class=\"rt-lg\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#8B0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eaka: Penny Caps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrass buttons provide breakage protection and electrical conducting surfaces for electrodes when placed inside housings. 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As part of the high-voltage electrode connection system, these housings were installed between the neon transformer and the glass tubing to maintain a safe \"air-gap\" clearance that prevented electrical arcing to nearby metal surfaces or moisture paths. Their flexible bellows-style design also allowed for slight movement and vibration between the glass tube and mounting structure, helping protect delicate neon assemblies in vintage sign cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed in conjunction with these housings were Ribbed Electrode-to-Housing Brass Caps, which created the secure electrical connection between the neon electrode and the coil-spring housing assembly. The ribbed design allowed the spring housing to tightly grip the brass cap, producing the reliable high-voltage contact that became a hallmark of traditional neon sign wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile modern neon systems have largely replaced these components with electronic power supplies, insulated PK housings, and fully enclosed channel-letter designs, restorers and collectors still encounter countless vintage signs built around these original connection methods. Our Ribbed Electrode-to-Housing Brass Caps are faithful reproductions of the classic originals, helping preserve both the authenticity and functionality of historic neon signage from a bygone era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-center\"\u003ePhoto of the reverse side of an antique neon sign featuring an antiquated coil-spring neon housing, also known as a Bellows Air Gap Housing. 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