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47 Captive Screws

47 Captive Screws
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47 Captive Screws

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document details specifications and installation instructions for Southco's 47 Captive Screws, designed for hand operation and compliant with UL-1950 standards. Available styles include Press-In, Flare-In, Floating, and Snap-In, with thread sizes M3, M3.5, and M4.
Specifications:
  • Material and Finish: Ferrules are made from hardened carbon steel with zinc plating for Press-In style, and aluminum for other styles. The P.C. board style uses 300 Series stainless steel. Knobs are aluminum, available in natural or black powder-coated finishes. Screws are hardened carbon steel with zinc plating.
  • Recess Styles: Options include Slotted, Phillips, TORX®, and combinations.
Installation Notes: Detailed instructions are on pages 546-547 and 627. Use genuine SOUTHCO® parts, identifiable by the segmented circle mark.
Part Number Customization: Instructions for modifying part numbers for different finishes and knob styles are provided. For example, changing 47-80-102-14 to 47-80-102-54 adds a black powder-coated finish.
Tables and Data: Tables list part numbers, dimensions, and specifications for each screw style and size, including key dimensions like knob height and screw projection.
Trademark Notice: TORX® is a registered trademark of CAMCAR Innovations.
Part Number Changes: For black powder-coated finishes, change part numbers as follows:
  • 47-80-102-14 to 47-80-102-54
  • 47-80-102-24 to 47-80-102-64
  • 47-80-102-34 to 47-80-102-74
For smooth knobs, change part numbers as follows:
  • 47-90-161-20 to 47-90-161-21
  • 47-90-101-24 to 47-90-101-25
Product Specifications:
  • Dimensions are in millimeters (inches).
  • Installation styles: Press-In, Floating, Flare-In, Snap-In.
  • Knob series thread sizes: 6-32, 8-32, 10-32.
  • Materials: hardened carbon steel, aluminum; finishes: zinc plating, black powder coating.
Design Features:
  • Designed for hand operation with spring ejection.
  • Available in various sizes, recesses, and installation options.
  • Meets UL-1950 standards for smooth knobs.
Installation Specifications:
1. Prepare the panel with correct hole dimensions.
2. Use a suitable press with light pressure.
3. Insert screw assembly into the hole.
4. Center tool over screw thread and flare ferrule using light pressure.
5. Installation force: 1600 N (350 lbf) to 2500 N (550 lbf), depending on thread size.
Thread Size and Clearance Hole Dimensions:
- M3 or 4-40: Ø D = 5.6 mm, Ø Z = 3.2 mm
- M3.5 or 6-32: Ø D = 6.4 mm, Ø Z = 3.7 mm
- M4 or 8-32: Ø D = 8 mm, Ø Z = 4.4 mm
- M5 or 10-32: Ø D = 8 mm, Ø Z = 5.2 mm
- M6 or 1/4-20: Ø D = 9.5 mm, Ø Z = 6.2 mm
Material and Finish:
- Ferrule: Steel, Tin plated
- Knob: Aluminum, natural
- Screw: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plated, chromate, plus sealer
- Internal spring: 300 series stainless steel, passivated
- Plug: Silicone rubber
Installation Guidelines:
- Ensure panel material hardness does not exceed specified limits.
- Mounting holes should be sharp-edged without chamfering.
- Use a parallel-acting press for even force distribution.
- Installation should occur after panel plating or finishing.
Additional Notes:
- Self-clinching products require proper hole preparation.
- Minimum distance from panel edge: 1.5 times the diameter of the mounting hole.
- Over-installation can reduce retention strength.
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47 Captive Screws-1

Styled knob series · M3 thread size • Smooth knob meets UL-1950 • Designed for hand operation • Spring ejected • Wide variety of sizes, recesses and installation options Recess Styles Slotted No. 1 Phillips / Slot Combination T10 TORX® / Slot Combination ACTUAL SIZE Material and Finish Ferrule: Press-in: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plated, chromate, plus sealer Flare-in and Floating: Aluminum, natural P.C. board style: 300 Series stainless steel, passivated Knob Height and Screw Projection (Flare-in style shown) Knob: Aluminum, natural or black powder coated Screw: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plated, chromate, plus sealer Installation Notes Notes To ensure you receive SOUTHCO® quality parts, look for the segmented circle Installation Styles Press-In Style Flare-In Style Floating Style Ferrule Thread size TORX® is a registered trademark of CAMCAR Innovations Dimensions in millimeters (inch) unless otherwise stated

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Outer Panel Dimensions Total Flange Float Length L Screw Projection Beyond Outer Surface of Panel Part Number TORX® TORX® / Slot Phillips / Slot Recess Combination Combination Part numbers in shaded rows (shown in table) are fully retracting in minimum panel thickness To add a black powder coated finish, change the part number from the table as shown: For a smooth knob, change the part number from the table as shown: Part Number See table All screw part numbers shown in table are for a natural knob finish and a knurled knob For black finish and smooth knob options, minimums may apply TORX® is...

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Styled knob series · M3.5 thread size • Smooth knob meets UL-1950 • Designed for hand operation • Spring ejected • Wide variety of sizes, recesses and installation options Recess Styles Slotted T15 TORX® / Slot Combination No. 2 Phillips / Slot Combination ACTUAL SIZE Material and Finish Ferrule: Press-in: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plate, chromate, plus sealer P.C. board: 300 Series stainless steel, passivated Flare-in, floating and snap-in: Aluminum, natural Knob Height and Screw Projection (Flare-in style shown) Knob: Aluminum, natural or black powder coated Screw: Hardened carbon steel,...

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Outer Panel Dimensions Screw Projection Beyond Outer Surface of Panel Part Number TORX® Recess TORX® / Slot Combination Phillips / Slot Combination Part numbers in shaded rows (shown in table) are fully retracting in minimum panel thickness Change 1 to 5: Change 2 to 6: Change 3 to 7: To add a black powder coated finish, change the part number from the table as shown: For a smooth knob, change the part number from the table as shown: Part Number All screw part numbers shown in table are for a natural knob finish and a knurled knob For black finish and smooth knob options, minimums may apply southco...

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Styled knob series · M4 thread size • Designed for hand operation • Spring ejected • Wide variety of sizes, recesses and installation options Recess Styles Slotted T25 TORX® / Slot Combination No. 2 Phillips / Slot Combination Material and Finish Ferrule: Press-in: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plate, chromate, plus sealer Flare-in, floating and snap-in: Aluminum, natural Knob: Aluminum, natural or black powder coated ACTUAL SIZE Knob Height and Screw Projection (Flare-in style shown) Screw: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plated, chromate, plus sealer 1 (.04) Screw projection for TORX® and ® TORX...

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Installation Height Style Outer Panel Dimensions Screw Projection Beyond Outer Surface of Panel Part Number TORX® TORX® / Slot Phillips / Slot Recess Combination Combination To add a black powder coated finish, change the part number from the table as shown: Part numbers in shaded rows (shown in table) are fully retracting in minimum panel thickness For a smooth knob, change the part number from the table as shown: Part Number All screw part numbers shown in table are for a natural knob finish and a knurled knob For black finish and smooth knob options, minimums may apply southco TORX® is a registered...

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Styled knob series · M5 thread size • Designed for hand operation • Spring ejected • Wide variety of sizes, recesses and installation options Recess Styles Slotted T25 TORX® / Slot Combination No. 2 Phillips / Slot Combination Material and Finish Ferrule: Press-in: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plate, chromate, plus sealer Flare-in, floating and snap-in: Aluminum, natural Knob: Aluminum, natural or black powder coated ACTUAL SIZE Knob Height and Screw Projection (Flare-in style shown) Screw: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plated, chromate, plus sealer 1 (.04) Screw projection for TORX® and ® TORX...

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Outer Panel Dimensions Screw Projection Beyond Outer Surface of Panel Part Number TORX® Recess TORX® / Slot Phillips / Slot Combination Combination Part numbers in shaded rows (shown in table) are fully retracting in minimum panel thickness To add a black powder coated finish, change the part number from the table as shown: For a smooth knob, change the part number from the table as shown: Part Number All screw part numbers shown in table are for a natural knob finish and a knurled knob For black finish and smooth knob options, minimums may apply southco TORX® is a registered trademark of CAMCAR...

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Styled knob series · M6 thread size • Designed for hand operation • Spring ejected • Wide variety of sizes, recesses and installation options Recess Styles No. 2 Phillips T30 TORX® / Slot Combination No. 2 Phillips / Slot Combination Material and Finish Ferrule: Press-in: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plate, chromate, plus sealer Flare-in and Floating: Aluminum, natural Knob: Aluminum, natural or black powder coated ACTUAL SIZE Knob Height and Screw Projection (Flare-in style shown) Screw: Hardened carbon steel, zinc plated, chromate, plus sealer Installation Notes 1 (.04) Screw projection ® for...

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Outer Panel Dimensions Screw Projection Beyond Outer Surface of Panel Part Number TORX® TORX® / Slot Phillips / Slot Recess Combination Combination Part numbers in shaded rows (shown in table) are fully retracting in minimum panel thickness To add a black powder coated finish, change the part number from the table as shown: For a smooth knob, change the part number from the table as shown: Part Number All screw part numbers shown in table are for a natural knob finish and a knurled knob For black finish and smooth knob options, minimums may apply southco TORX® is a registered trademark of CAMCAR...

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