PennEngineering® Large Knob, Spring-loaded - Types PF11MF and PF12MF - Unified PF12MF-440-0-2

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Appropriate for close centerline-to-edge applications. Doesn’t require high installation force. Installs into any panel hardness. Installs flush on back side of panel.
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Description
Appropriate for close centerline-to-edge applications. Doesn’t require high installation force. Installs into any panel hardness. Installs flush on back side of panel.
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Datasheet
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PF12MF captive panel screws are spring-loaded, flare-mounted fasteners with a large knob for easy manual actuation, designed for secure attachment of thin panels requiring repeated access. The assembly includes an aluminum knob and retainer, a hardened carbon steel screw with zinc plating per ASTM B633, and a 300 series stainless steel spring. It installs into a minimum 0.170 inch thick sheet with a maximum hole size of 0.417 inch, and provides a minimum 0.010 inch floating capability. The screw thread is 4-40 UNC, with an overall installed length of 0.310 inch and installed height above the panel of 0.450 inch. The part accepts a #1 Phillips driver and features a smooth cap finish. A DuraBlack finish is available with the BL suffix.

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PF12MF captive panel screws are spring-loaded, flare-mounted fasteners with a large knob for easy manual actuation, designed for secure attachment of thin panels requiring repeated access. The assembly includes an aluminum knob and retainer, a hardened carbon steel screw with zinc plating per ASTM B633, and a 300 series stainless steel spring. It installs into a minimum 0.170 inch thick sheet with a maximum hole size of 0.417 inch, and provides a minimum 0.010 inch floating capability. The screw thread is 4-40 UNC, with an overall installed length of 0.310 inch and installed height above the panel of 0.450 inch. The part accepts a #1 Phillips driver and features a smooth cap finish. A DuraBlack finish is available with the BL suffix.

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Large Knob, Spring-loaded - Types PF11MF and PF12MF - Unified - PF12MF-440-0-2 - PennEngineering®
Danboro, PA, United States
Large Knob, Spring-loaded - Types PF11MF and PF12MF - Unified
PF12MF-440-0-2
Large Knob, Spring-loaded - Types PF11MF and PF12MF - Unified PF12MF-440-0-2
Appropriate for close centerline-to-edge applications. Doesn’t require high installation force. Installs into any panel hardness. Installs flush on back side of panel.
  • Appropriate for close centerline-to-edge applications.
  • Doesn’t require high installation force.
  • Installs into any panel hardness.
  • Installs flush on back side of panel.
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Technical Specifications

  PennEngineering®
Product Category Captive Fasteners
Product Number PF12MF-440-0-2
Product Name Large Knob, Spring-loaded - Types PF11MF and PF12MF - Unified
Captive Fastener Class / Type Captive Screws
Decimal Thread Diameter 0.1120 inch (2.84 mm)
Unified Thread Notation Unified
Panel Thickness 0.0310 inch (0.7874 mm)
Hole Size 0.1870 inch (4.75 mm)
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