Captive Fasteners, also known as Captive Screws, are an essential component for electronic fastening, offering a reliable and efficient solution during front panel assembly. One of their key advantages is their ability to remain attached to the panel or enclosure, preventing hardware loss during maintenance or installation. This design simplifies the mounting process, ensuring that screws are readily available and reduces the risk of misplacement, which can save time and effort. As threaded fasteners, Captive Screws provide a secure and durable application. They are designed to ensure consistent performance, even in high-vibration or demanding environments, making them ideal for use in a wide range of electronic equipment. Captive Screws come in a variety of styles offering flexibility to meet diverse application needs. Whether you require flush-mount, knurled-head, wing-head or socket head styles, there is a captive screw solution tailored to your specific requirements. Socket Head Captive Screws are available in unified and metric options. By choosing Captive Screws for your electronic fastening needs, you can enhance assembly efficiency, improve reliability, and achieve the best installation for the most intricate applications.
Captive Screws
Materials: Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
Type 1: 4-40; 6-32; 8-32; 10-24; 10-32; 12-24; 1/4-20; 1/4-28; 5/16-18; 5/16-24
Type 2: 4-40; 6-32; 8-32; 10-24; 10-32; 1/4-20; 1/4-28; 5/16-18; 5/16-24; 3/8-16
Type 3: 4-40; 6-32; 8-32; 10-24; 10-32; 12-24; 1/4-20 (5/8 H.D.); 1/4-20 (3/4 H.D.); 1/4-28 (5/8 H.D.); 1/4-28 (3/4 H.D.)
Type 4: 2-56; 3-48; 4-40; 6-32; 8-32; 10-24; 10-32
Type 5: 4-40; 6-32; 8-32; 10-24; 10-32
Type 6: 4-40; 6-32; 8-32; 10-24; 10-32
Washers
Materials: Aluminum, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel, Nylon
Type 5: 4-40; 6-32; 8-32; 10-24; 10-32
Socket Head Captive Screws
Unified Thread Sizes
Materials: Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
Thread Sizes: 2-56; 4-40; 6-32; 8-32; 10-24; 10-32; 1/4-20; 1/4-28; 5/16-18; 3/8-16
Socket Head Captive Screw Unified Thread Sizes – Catalog Page
Metric Thread Sizes
Materials: Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
Thread Sizes: M2.5 x 0.45; M3 x 0.5; M3.5 x 0.6; M4 x 0.7; M5 x 0.8; M6 x 1.0
Socket Head Captive Screw Metric Thread Sizes – Catalog Page
We offer high-quality fastening solutions suitable for various industrial and domestic applications. Choosing the right Captive Screw for your electronic application can sometimes be complex. That’s why Rivet Nut USA™, a division of Cardinal Components Inc., provides expert support to assist you in selecting the best fastening solution. Our knowledgeable team is available to answer questions, provide guidance on product specifications, and help you navigate through our extensive inventory to find the right Captive Screws for your project. For more information on Captive Fasteners, Screws and Socket Head Captive Screws and to explore our range of products, contact Rivet Nut USA™ today.