Metric Captive Panel Screws

Pem brand captive panel screws are designed to help keep parts to a minimum and eliminate risks associated with loose hardware that could fall out and damage internal components.

Metric captive panel screws.

They are also a good choice for assembly lines where dropped or loose fasteners could cause damage. Bushings captive screws captive screw assemblies handles ferrules locking fasteners nuts retainers screws self locking. Captive panel screws permit the surface to which it is attached to be removed for repair or inspection of the underlying equipment. This makes them handy for securing doors and covers that are frequently removed to check an access port or control panel on machinery electronics or computers.

Rounded head captive panel screws install these rounded head screws through a hole and thread on a retainer to keep secure no special tools are required. Choose from brass steel or stainless steel captive screws. This makes them handy for securing doors and covers that are frequently removed to check an access port or control panel on machinery electronics or computers. Metric fasteners are specified by thread pitch which is the distance between threads measured in millimeters.

The best thing about captive panel screws is that they stay with the access panel when it s removed. The best thing about captive panel screws is that they stay with the access panel when it s removed. Captive panel screws are commonly available as one piece assemblies that enable quick spring loaded release and retention with a variety of mounting options and drive methods. Press fit captive panel screws install in soft material such as aluminum and low carbon steel at least 0 036 thick with an arbor press or similar pressure tool.

Screws with black powder coated heads blend in with dark surfaces and aren t reflective. Knurled head extended knurled head knurled with collar and countersink oval. Snap these screws into panels up to 0 125 thick no tools are required for installation. Captive screws are a type of screw typically used in pc boards and equipment panel assemblies where mounting hardware is subject to loss.

Identifiable by the unthreaded shank with a threaded end captive screws are often combined with flat or shoulder washers springs and retainers depending on their intended function to create a self captivating assembly. Captive panel screws are used to attach panels or boards in a semi rigid manner. Captive screws ensure easy and secure assembly in panels and housings. We specialize in jit delivery of.

As a captive screw wholesaler aft offers many different styles including. Screws have a built in retainer and become a part of the panel when installed so they won t fall out and get lost. The captive panel screws assure an easy and secure assembly while remaining on the access panel when it s removed. The threads range from 2 56 to 3 8 16 the lengths range from 21 32 up to 2 and the head diameters range from 5 16 to 3 4.