PennEngineering® Screw Head, Spring-loaded - Metric PFS2-M5-72

Description
Available in steel or stainless steel. Meets “operator access area” requirements similar to UL 508. Tool or finger operation. Most sizes available in three screw lengths.
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Description
Available in steel or stainless steel. Meets “operator access area” requirements similar to UL 508. Tool or finger operation. Most sizes available in three screw lengths.
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PFS2-M5-72 is a spring-loaded captive panel screw with an M5 metric thread, designed for tool or hand operation to attach thin metal panels with easy access. The assembly features a hardened carbon steel screw with bright nickel over copper flash finish, a 300 series stainless steel retainer and spring, and a nylon retaining ring rated to 200°F (93°C). It installs in sheet material up to 1.53 mm thick with a minimum hole size of 7.92 mm and requires a minimum edge distance of 3.2 mm. The part remains captive during installation and removal, preventing loose hardware. The nylon retaining ring is a PEM trademark.

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PFS2-M5-72 is a spring-loaded captive panel screw with an M5 metric thread, designed for tool or hand operation to attach thin metal panels with easy access. The assembly features a hardened carbon steel screw with bright nickel over copper flash finish, a 300 series stainless steel retainer and spring, and a nylon retaining ring rated to 200°F (93°C). It installs in sheet material up to 1.53 mm thick with a minimum hole size of 7.92 mm and requires a minimum edge distance of 3.2 mm. The part remains captive during installation and removal, preventing loose hardware. The nylon retaining ring is a PEM trademark.

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Screw Head, Spring-loaded - Metric - PFS2-M5-72 - PennEngineering®
Danboro, PA, United States
Screw Head, Spring-loaded - Metric
PFS2-M5-72
Screw Head, Spring-loaded - Metric PFS2-M5-72
Available in steel or stainless steel. Meets “operator access area” requirements similar to UL 508. Tool or finger operation. Most sizes available in three screw lengths.
  • Available in steel or stainless steel.
  • Meets “operator access area” requirements similar to UL 508.
  • Tool or finger operation.
  • Most sizes available in three screw lengths.
Supplier's Site Datasheet
Captive Screws - PFS2-M5-72 - bisco industries
Anaheim, CA, United States
Captive Screws
PFS2-M5-72
Captive Screws PFS2-M5-72
Captive Screws

Captive Screws

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Technical Specifications

  PennEngineering® bisco industries
Product Category Captive Fasteners Captive Fasteners
Product Number PFS2-M5-72 PFS2-M5-72
Product Name Screw Head, Spring-loaded - Metric Captive Screws
Captive Fastener Class / Type Captive Screws Captive Screws
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