I’m your reliable supplier for metric captive panel screws, designed for secure, efficient panel assemblies in control boxes, enclosures, and equipment housings. With a captive design, screws stay in place when you’re assembling or servicing, cutting downtime and lost fasteners. I stock stainless steel and zinc-plated options, in common metric sizes like M4, M5 and M6, with varied lengths and drive styles to match your application. The tolerances are tight, and the finish resists corrosion in demanding environments. For Wholesale and Manufacturers, I provide bulk pricing, uniform lead times, and easy re-ordering so your lines never stop. Customer-specific powder coating or branding is available on request. Whether you need standard panels or a custom run, I can quote quickly and ship fast, helping you keep your production line moving with reliable metric captive panel screws.
Metric captive panel screws offer a precise fastening solution for electronic enclosures and control panels. The captive screw keeps the screw attached to the panel, reducing loss and speeding assembly, while metric sizes (M4, M5, M6) align with global standards. Factory-direct sourcing adds value by delivering consistent material specs, standard head types, and finishes across every lot, cutting waste and cycle time. For global buyers, this combination supports scalable production and rapid prototyping with predictable quality. Key criteria when evaluating suppliers include transparent pricing without intermediaries, flexible MOQs, and clear lead times. Look for customization options in head style, length, and coating, plus quality assurance such as dimensional inspection, material testing, and RoHS/REACH compliance with traceability. Strong partners offer reliable packaging and logistics for worldwide shipments, as well as technical support on design for manufacturability. In short, metric captive panel screws sourced factory-direct can deliver lower total cost, faster time-to-value, and resilient supply for international projects.
| Screw Type | Material | Diameter (mm) | Length (mm) | Finish/Coating | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Hardness (HRC) | Thread Pitch (mm) | Load Capacity (N) | Quality Score | Defect Rate (ppm) | Application Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captive Panel Screw, Hex Drive | 316 Stainless Steel | 4.0 | 12 | Passivated | 720 | 40 | 0.80 | 500 | 96 | 12 | Aluminum control panels and enclosure doors |
| Captive Panel Screw, Torx Drive | Alloy Steel | 5.0 | 16 | Zinc-Nickel | 900 | 45 | 0.80 | 800 | 94 | 8 | Electrical cabinet panel mounting with high torque |
| Captive Panel Screw, Phillips Drive | Titanium Grade 5 | 3.5 | 8 | Anodized | 900 | 36 | 0.50 | 420 | 92 | 5 | Lightweight aerospace panel |
| Captive Panel Screw, Hex Drive | 316 Stainless Steel | 6.0 | 25 | Passivated | 750 | 38 | 1.00 | 900 | 97 | 6 | Heavy-duty enclosure panel |
| Captive Panel Screw, Slotted | Carbon Steel | 4.5 | 14 | Zinc Plated | 700 | 32 | 0.75 | 520 | 90 | 9 | Industrial control panel |
| Captive Panel Screw, Pan Head | Brass | 3.0 | 10 | Bright Brass | 350 | 18 | 0.60 | 300 | 85 | 15 | Panel latch and access covers |
| Captive Panel Screw, Hex Drive | Stainless Steel A2 | 3.5 | 9 | Satin | 720 | 34 | 0.70 | 420 | 93 | 7 | Compact panel assembly in dry environments |
| Captive Panel Screw, Torx Drive | Stainless Steel A4 | 5.5 | 20 | Passivated | 780 | 39 | 0.80 | 760 | 95 | 5 | Marine and offshore panels |
| Captive Panel Screw, Phillips Drive | Carbon Steel | 6.0 | 18 | Black Oxide | 650 | 28 | 0.90 | 600 | 89 | 11 | General purpose electronics enclosures |
| Captive Panel Screw, Hex Drive | Aluminum 6061 | 4.0 | 15 | Anodized | 310 | 22 | 0.80 | 380 | 87 | 12 | Lightweight panel applications |
| Captive Panel Screw, Hex Drive | Stainless Steel 316L | 4.0 | 22 | Passivated | 760 | 35 | 0.90 | 700 | 96 | 6 | High corrosion resistance environments |
| Captive Panel Screw, Hex Drive | Nickel Alloy | 5.0 | 12 | Nickel Coating | 850 | 44 | 1.00 | 860 | 98 | 4 | High-temperature and extreme conditions panels |