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Binder Screw Set

Binder Screw Sets are designed to screw the threaded part and receptacle together in seconds for a quick, easy, secure joining component. Supplied in sets including screw and receptacle (female part is the receptacle, and the male part is the screw).

It provides a secure binding solution, preventing the materials from coming apart, plus they are easy to use, install and remove. Used for bookbinding and with laminated applications.

  • Material: PC, PE, HDPE, Nylon
  • Colour: White, Transparent, Black
  • Material Flammability Standard: UL94 V-2

Book Binding Posts - Plastic

The Book Binding Posts are made of plastic, which makes them lightweight and durable. These are the female or receptacle sides (male threaded posts sold separately). Both parts are joined together to hold the bound papers or materials.

It joins several sheets together by screwing them into a mating piece by hand or with a flat screwdriver. Used for panel fastening assemblies, such as swatch cards, colour charts, catalogues, sample books and many others.

  • Material: Nylon
  • Colour: Black, White

Book Binding Screws - Metal

Our range of Metal Binding Screws, also known as Book Screws, come as male or female parts that are sold separately. Made from steel, with brass, nickel or black finishes and a range of lengths to choose from.

The male and female binder screw parts thread together securely, to create a binding that is just right for panel fastening assemblies, such as for swatch cards, colour charts, catalogues, sample books and many others.

  • 9mm head diameter
  • Suitable for a 5mm hole.

Button Head Seal Screws

This range of Seal Screws features a button head with a hexagonal drive. Hexagonal drives are ideal for precision assembly and are used where less surface area is available. They are made from Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and is slightly magnetic..

Seal screws are a type of fastener designed with an o-ring to provide secure bi-directional protection against contaminates such as gases and fluids in various applications, minimising the risk of damage to sensitive equipment. They prevent the entry of water, dust, or other contaminants, ensuring a secure, reliable connection.

Seal screws are used in threaded and non-threaded holes in applications such as cabinets or used in the automotive and electric industries. Please note: Our seal screws are designed for use in applications where sealing properties are required. It could be confused with standard fasteners, these do not require sealing properties and with an O-ring you will not get a sealing property like you get with seal screws and may damage the ring.

  • Designed with an o-ring to provide secure bi-directional protection against contaminates.
  • Prevent the entry of water, dust, or other contaminants, ensuring a secure, reliable connection.
  • Used in threaded and non-threaded holes in applications such as cabinets or used in the automotive and electric industries.
Material: 316 Stainless Steel, 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Cap Head Seal Screws

This range of sealing screws has a cap head with a torx socket drive, incorporating an O-ring that is compressed-squeezed between the head, the socket drive and the mating surface to complete the seal. Manufactured from stainless steel, which provides good corrosion resistance and is slightly magnetic.

Seal screws are a type of fastener designed with an o-ring to provide secure bi-directional protection against contaminates such as gases and fluids in various applications, minimising the risk of damage to sensitive equipment. They prevent the entry of water, dust, or other contaminants, ensuring a secure, reliable connection.

Seal screws are used in threaded and non-threaded holes in applications such as cabinets or used in the automotive and electric industries.

Please note: Our seal screws are designed for use in applications where sealing properties are required. It could be confused with standard fasteners, these do not require sealing properties and with an O-ring you will not get a sealing property like you get with seal screws and may damage the ring.

  • Designed with an o-ring to provide secure bi-directional protection against contaminates, such as gases and fluids, in various applications
  • Prevents the entry of water, dust or other contaminants, ensuring a secure and reliable connection.
  • Used in threaded and non-threaded holes, in applications such as cabinets, or used in the automotive and electric industries.
Material: 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Cap Screws - Low Head

This range of Cap Screws are available in a choice of hexagonal drive or torx drive. Hexagonal drives are ideal for precision assembly and are ideally used where less surface area is available. Torx drives provide a positive-engaging, fast-locating technique for transmitting drive torque with less necessary downward pressure. These Cap Screws are available in a choice of two low head options: ultra low head and extra low head.

The first of these options helps reduce the screws overall head height space, which means no countersinking is required, unlike flat head screws. The second option has an extremely low profile, and does not need a countersunk location hole. These screws are suitable for machine and equipment applications, with minimal clearance.

Cap Screws are commonly used with Threaded Captive Washers (sold separately). The screws are made from austenitic Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability. The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.

  • Low head reduces the screws head height space.
  • They require no countersinking unlike flat head screws.
  • Corrosion resistance.
Material: Blackened Stainless 303, Blackened Stainless 316, 316 Stainless Steel, 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Screw Retainer Flange

The captive screw retainer flange is an alternative to either tapping the panel or using a retainer washer. The retainer flange is fixed to the panel by swaging the head into a countersunk hole.

The captive screw is then simply threaded through the flange and is retained in the panel.

The flanges are made from either Stainless Steel which has good corrosion reistance or Aluminium, which has good thermal conductivity.

  • The captive screw retainer flange is an alternative to either tapping the panel or using a retainer washer.
  • It has a good thermal conductivity.
  • Alternative to either tapping the panel or using a retainer washer.
Material: 303 Stainless Steel, AluminiumColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Screws - Button Head

Captive Screws are fasteners designed to remain attached to the component they are securing, even when fully loosened, providing convenience, security and ease of use in a variety of applications. They are a popular choice for applications where screws need to be removed frequently or where safety is a concern, as these screws will stay firmly in place and will not loosen from the assembly.

This range of Captive Screws has a button head and a Torx drive. Torx drives provide a positive-engaging, fast-locating technique for transmitting drive torque with less necessary downward pressure. They are an excellent fitting option for panels with non-threaded holes when used in conjunction with our threaded captive washers. They are used to comply with Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - typically to ISO 14583, which requires fasteners to stay attached to fixed guards or applications when they are removed.

The screws are made from Stainless Steel, which is corrosion resistant and slightly magnetic, and you can find a group of screws with a blackened finish and others without.These screws are commonly used in electronics, industrial machinery, cabinets, panels and medical devices. Please keep in mind that because these screws have a smaller shank diameter, they should not be tightened to the suggested torque for an identical screw with the same thread size.

  • Torx drives provide a positive-engaging, fast-locating technique for transmitting drive torque with less necessary downward pressure.
  • Used to comply with Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - typically to ISO 14583.
  • Designed to remain attached to the component they are installed in, even when fully loosened.
Material: Blackened Stainless 316, Blackened Stainless 303, 316 Stainless Steel, 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Screws - Cap Head

This range of Captive Screws feature a cap head with a hexagonal drive. Hexagonal drives are ideal for precision assembly and are ideally used where less surface area is available.

They are an ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes. They are used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - generally to ISO 4762. Captive Screws are commonly used with Threaded Captive Washers (sold separately).

These screws are made from Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability.You can find a group of screws with a blackened finish and others without. The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.

Please Note: These screws have a smaller shank diameter and should not be tightened to the recommended torque for an equivalent screw of the displayed thread size.

  • An ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes.
  • Used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - generally to ISO 4762.
  • The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.
Material: Titanium G5, Titanium G2, 316 Stainless Steel, 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Screws - Cheese Head

This range of Captive Screws feature a cheese head with a hexagonal drive. Hexagonal drives are ideal for precision assembly and are ideally used where less surface area is available.

They are an ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes. They are used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - generally to ISO 1207. Captive Screws are commonly used with Threaded Captive Washers (sold separately).

These screws are made from Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability. The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.

Please Note: These screws have a smaller shank diameter and should not be tightened to the recommended torque for an equivalent screw of the displayed thread size.

  • An ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes.
  • Used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - generally to ISO 1207.
  • The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.
Material: 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Screws - Countersunk

Captive Screws are secure joint fasteners designed to remain attached to the component they are installed in, even when fully loosened, providing convenience, security and ease of use in a variety of applications. They are a popular choice for applications where screws need to be removed frequently or where safety is a concern, as these screws will stay firmly in place and will not loosen from the assembly. These screws are commonly used in electronics, industrial machinery, cabinets, panels and medical devices.

This range of Captive Screws features a countersunk head and hexagonal drive. Hexagonal drives are ideal for precision assembly and are used where less surface area is available. They are used to comply with Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - in general, ISO 1207, which requires fasteners to stay attached to fixed guards or applications when they are removed.

The screws are made from Stainless Steel, which is corrosion resistant and slightly magnetic. These screws are commonly used in electronics, industrial machinery, cabinets, panels and medical devices.

Please keep in mind that because these screws have a smaller shank diameter, they should not be tightened to the suggested torque for an identical screw with the same thread size.

  • They are a popular choice for applications where screws need to be removed frequently or where safety is a concern.
  • Hexagonal drives are ideal for precision assembly and are used where less surface area is available.
  • Used to comply with Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - in general, ISO 1207.
Material: 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Screws - Pan Head

This range of Captive Screws have a pan head with two options: one with a Torx drive and one with a Philips drive. On the one hand, Screws with Torx drive provide a positive, quick engagement that transmits torque with less downward pressure. In contrast, screws Philips drive can withstand high torque, making them a good choice for applications requiring a tight fit and making the screw easy to remove, even if it has been driven in tightly. They both offer an excellent fastening appearance, ideal for finished product presentation.

These screws are an ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes. The M8 sizes have a reduced Torx, while the M3, M4, M5, and M6 sizes have a Philips drive. They are used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - generally to ISO 14583. Captive Screws are commonly used with Threaded Captive Washers (sold separately).

These screws are made from austenitic Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability. The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.

Please Note: These screws have a smaller shank diameter and should not be tightened to the recommended torque for an equivalent screw of the displayed thread size.

  • An ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes.
  • Used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC - generally to ISO 14583.
  • The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.
Material: 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Thumb Screws - Long Head

This range of Captive Thumb Screws features a long head. They are an ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes. They are used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC.

They are commonly used with Threaded Captive Washers (sold separately).

The screws are made from austenitic Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability, and you can find some of them with a blackened finish and others without.. The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.

Please Note: These screws have a smaller shank diameter and should not be tightened to the recommended torque for an equivalent screw of the displayed thread size.

  • This range of Captive Thumb Screws features a long head. They are an ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes. Available in a choice of Blackened or Natural finishes.
  • Made from austenitic Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability
  • Used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC.
Material: 316 Stainless Steel, 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Thumb Screws - Low Head

This range of Captive Thumb Screws features a low head. They are an ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes. They are used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC.

They are commonly used with Threaded Captive Washers (sold separately).

The screws are made from austenitic Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability, and you can find some of them with a blackened finish and others without. The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.

Please Note: These screws have a smaller shank diameter and should not be tightened to the recommended torque for an equivalent screw of the displayed thread size.

  • This range of Captive Thumb Screws features a low head. They are an ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes. Available in a choice of Blackened or Natural finishes.
  • Made from austenitic Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability.
  • The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.
Material: 316 Stainless Steel, 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Captive Thumb Screws - Low Head with Slot

This range of Captive Thumb Screws features a low head with a slotted drive. Slotted drives accept standard blade screwdrivers and require less downward pressure to drive parts, than those with recessed openings. An appropriately fitted blade should be used to minimise slippage.

These screws are an ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes. They are used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC. They are commonly used with Threaded Captive Washers (sold separately).

The screws are made from austenitic Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability, and you can findsome of them with a blackened finish and others without. The material is a popular choice for construction and automotive applications.

Please Note: These screws have a smaller shank diameter and should not be tightened to the recommended torque for an equivalent screw of the displayed thread size.

  • An ideal fitting solution for panels with non-threaded holes.
  • Made from austenitic Stainless Steel that provides good resistance to corrosion and machinability
  • Used to comply with the Machinery Detective 2006/42/EC.
Material: 316 Stainless Steel, 303 Stainless SteelColour: Material Flammability Standard:

Confirmat Screws

Confirmat Screws are primarily used for the easy assembly and dismantling of panels. Ideal applications include wooden furniture and flat pack assemblies. They feature a hexagonal driver that is compatible with an #3 or #4 Hexagonal Key.

The screw has a deep cutting thread that ensures accurate and close-fitting joints are achieved. The range features M5 and M7 thread size options.

  • Material: Steel
  • Finish: Zinc Plated

Fully Threaded Studs & Rods

Threaded Rods are ideal for applications where a screw head is not needed, or where space is precious. The Threaded Rod are fastened completely into the material, and threaded right down into the application.

Sometimes referred to as a Plastic Threaded Bar, our Thread Rod range features Fully Threaded Rods and Studs made from Nylon 6/6, including options that have a flame resistance rating of UL94 V2. Nylon is an ideal material for applications where a chemical resistant, insulating, lightweight and non-magnetic solutions is required.

  • Colour: Natural
  • Rod & Stud Lengths included, but are not limited to; 20cm and 100cm.

Commonly purchased alongside our Plastic Fly Nuts & Wing Nuts by our customers.

Heavy Duty Rod Ends - Female

These Female Heavy Duty Rods join two rods, cables, or other components and end with an Integral Spherical Plain Bearing. They comprise a female threaded housing and an integrated spherical plain bearing. The spherical plain bearing supports both radial and axial loads. It allows for angular misalignment, making it ideal for applications requiring flexibility and load-carrying capabilities.

The rod end ball is supported by a plastic bearing shell constructed of glass fibre-filled nylon/Teflon composite. This design assures a rod end that requires no maintenance. Plain-bearing rod ends have minimal initial movement friction and nearly no clearance. Another benefit of the plastic composition is that it can absorb many foreign particles, thus reducing injury.

It offers a long-lasting finish that is resistant to corrosion and wear. The female threaded housing makes it simple to connect to a corresponding component. It can also withstand temperatures ranging from -30C to +60C while maintaining load capacity. Higher temperatures lower load capacity. It is utilised in steering systems, suspension systems, and linkages for automotive, construction, and industrial automation. applications

  • The female threaded housing makes it simple to connect to a corresponding component.
  • It offers a long-lasting finish that is resistant to corrosion and wear
  • It can withstand temperatures ranging from -30C to +60C while maintaining load capacity.
Material: Stainless Steel, Steel

Heavy Duty Rod Ends - Male

These Male Heavy Duty Rods end with Integral Spherical Plain Bearing and are used to connect two rods, cables, or other components. They are made up of a threaded male stud on one end and an integrated spherical plain bearing on the other. The spherical plain bearing allows for angular misalignment and accepts radial and axial loads, making it ideal for applications requiring flexibility and load-carrying capabilities.

The rod end ball moves on a plastic bearing shell made of a glass fibre-filled nylon/Teflon composite. This design ensures a maintenance-free rod end. Heavy-duty plain-bearing rod ends feature less initial movement friction and almost no clearance. Another advantage of the plastic substance is that it can absorb numerous foreign particles, preventing harm.

It is threaded into the corresponding component. It can also endure temperatures ranging from -30C to +60C without losing load capacity. Higher temperatures lower load capacity. It is utilised in steering systems, suspension systems, and linkages for automotive, construction, and industrial automation applications.

  • It is ideal for applications requiring flexibility and load-carrying capabilities.
  • Heavy-duty plain-bearing rod ends feature less initial movement friction and almost no clearance.
  • It can endure temperatures ranging from -30C to +60C without losing load capacity.
Material: Steel

Hex & Torx Keys - S-Shape

Torx Keys, also known as Hex Key or more commonly as an Allen Key or Allen Wrench, are used to tighten and loosen Socket Head Bolts. Our S Shaped Allen Keys are made from Hardened Steel that has been Zinc-Plated, providing excellent oxidation properties.

Torx Allen Key size options: 4.0mm and 5.0mm.

Hex Head Cap Screws - Metal

Hexagonal Head Cap Screws are distinguished by their hexagonal head, allowing easy installation and tightening with a wrench or socket. Made of metal to provide strength, hardness, corrosion resistance, and temperature resistance.

It is used to secure metal parts that must withstand heavy loads, vibrations, or other stresses. Used in various applications, including machinery construction, electrical equipment and automotive.

  • Material: SS, MS
  • Colour: Natural
  • DIN Rated

Hex Head Cap Screws - Plastic

A Cap Screw, sometimes referred to as a Cap Head Bolt, are a type of threaded fastener that is commonly used when making mechanical connections between mating components. The Cap Head Screws ensure the objects are held together securely.

Cap Screws have a large head and a cylindrical shaft with an external thread. The head of the plastic cap screw is hexagonal in shape; these Hex Head Screws are available as either a flat head bolt or with a slotted drive.

Our Hexagon Head Cap Screw range is lightweight and also resistant to corrosion, oil, abraision, and most chemicals.

Our Hex Screw range is available in a choice of plastic materials, including;

  • Synthetic Nylon 6/6 with its has high mechanical strength and rigidity, wear resistance and damping ability
  • Polyamide 6.6 that has good heat resistance, durability and strength
  • Polycarbonate (PC) which is a strong, transparent plastic with great impact resistance
  • Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK) with UL rated flame resistance; a material that has a continuous use temperature of 180C, and good chemical resistance
  • Polypropylene (PP), a semi-rigid thermoplastic material with good heat and fatigue resistance
  • Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) with good thermal stability, UV resistance, as well as good resistance from abrasion, high energy radiation, creep, fatigue, chemicals and solvants, and has high dielectric strength.

Our Hex Head Screw colour options include; Black, Light Brown, Clear (Transparent), Maroon, Natural and White.

  • UL94 V0 and UL94 V2 flame rated options
  • DIN and ISO rated options

Knurled Thumb Screws - Metal

Knurled Thumb Screws are screws with a knurled head with a textured surface that allow easy tightening and loosening by hand, eliminating the need for tools.

It is durable, corrosion-resistant, and can withstand high temperatures. They can be used in various applications, including furniture assembly, machinery construction, and electrical equipment.

  • Material: Steel, Stainless Steel
  • Colour: Black, Grey

Knurled Thumb Screws - Slotted/Plastic

Knurled Thumb Screws, often simply referred to as Thumb Screws or a Knurled Screw, are among the most commonly used screw types and are highly important. This is due to their versatility, as they can be used across a plethora of industrial applications.

These Nylon Thumb Screws can be fastened manually; they are made for applications that need regular modification, because they are easy to install and remove. They can also be installed using a flat head screwdriver. Made from Natural Nylon 6/6, they have a knurled head that features a slotted drive.

As well as M4 Thumb Screw options, our Nylon Thumb Screw range also has M3, M5 and M6 thread size availability.

Lock Screws - Transparent Plastic

Lock Screws are designed to provide a strong locking force, preventing the screw from loosening or coming undone over time due to vibration or other factors. They are quick and simple to install in panel fasteners that screw for added tightness.

Their transparent plastic look makes them a popular solution for combining functionality with aesthetics, offering a clear view of the secured objects without losing strength or durability. Ideal for use in various applications and industries, such as electronics, medical devices, automotive, and construction.

  • Material: PC
  • Colour: Natural, Clear

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