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Captive screws are fasteners designed to be attached to guards or equipment. Conventional screws are usually passed through a clearance hole in one part and screwed into a threaded hole in a second part - so that the first part is tightened to the second part. However, when the fastener is unscrewed from the threaded hole of the second component, it easily separates from the first component. Captive screws are designed to prevent this from happening. It can rotate freely inside the first set, with some axial movement, but cannot be separated from it.
A captive screw is a specialized fastener that fits inside a target assembly or enclosure and typically has an unthreaded portion under the head called a reducer shank. The screw is stuck, which means it does not come out completely from the hole or it comes out when you disassemble the item. Captive screws provide permanent hold, and can still be removed from the installation, but only intentionally.
Captive screws provide major cost savings by reducing assembly time and the number of components needed. Additionally, they can improve the aesthetics of a product, as screws remain in place throughout the process. Furthermore, reliability is improved due to the secure nature of captive screws, resulting in fewer potential failures or lost components. Finally, there is a reduced risk of injury as captive screws eliminate any potential hazards caused by loose screws.
Captive screws are easy to install and are usually used with a retaining flange or a retaining washer. To install a captive screw using a retaining flange the flange must first be pressed onto the panel. The captive screw should then be screwed into the flange until the reduced diameter section is reached.
Head over to our Knowledge Centre for more information in our guide to Choosing the right Captive Screws.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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