Spin Doctor Lippage Control System – 1/16 in., White, 250 per Box
Spin Doctor Lippage Control System – 1/16 in., White, 250 per Box
The RTC Spin Doctor Lippage Control System 1/16 in. post is a white breakaway threaded tile leveling post, supplied 250 per box, that holds adjacent tiles flush while the mortar cures.
The post sits under two adjacent tiles with its threaded stem projecting up through the joint. A reusable cap spins down that thread until both tiles are clamped flat against one another, and once the mortar has cured the stem breaks off at the base and the cap is recovered for the next job. RTC color-codes the four sizes, and white is the 1/16 in. code.
Key Features
- 1/16 in. (1.5 mm) joint width — the stem sets the joint as well as the level
- White is RTC's color code for the 1/16 in. size
- Breakaway threaded post: the stem snaps off at the base once the mortar has cured
- Screw-down system — the cap clamps by thread, with no pliers and no wedges
- 250 posts per box; a 2,000-piece bulk box of the same size is also stocked
What's Included
- 250 Spin Doctor breakaway posts, 1/16 in. (1.5 mm)
- Caps and Clear View Shields are not included and are ordered separately
Who Is This For?
Tile setters and floor crews running 1/16 in. (1.5 mm) joints who need adjacent tiles held flush while the mortar sets. The joint width is fixed by the post, so the size must match the layout.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts do I need per tile?
Placement depends on tile size and layout — posts go under the joints between adjacent tiles, typically two or more per tile edge on large formats. This box holds 250 posts.
Do I need caps as well as posts?
The system has exactly three parts: the disposable breakaway post, the reusable red screw-down cap (SDCAP, 100 per box) and the optional Anti-Friction Clear View Shield (SDCVS). The posts and caps are bought separately, so a first order needs both.
Can a 1/16 in. post be used on a 1/8 in. joint?
No. The post stem sets the joint width as well as the level, so a 1/16 in. (1.5 mm) post will not hold a 1/8 in. joint open. Use the black 1/8 in. (3 mm) post for that layout.
Will a leveling system fix a wall or floor that is out of plane?
No. Leveling posts control lippage between neighboring tiles; they cannot pull a whole surface flat. An out-of-plane substrate has to be corrected before any tile is set — a wall by shimming or floating the framing, a floor with a self-leveling underlayment or patch compound.