Electro Hardware 4106AM07F16 Captive Screw 6-32 Unc

Product Description

The ELECTRO HARDWARE 4106AM07F16 is a slotted-drive captive screw designed for secure panel fastening in applications where the fastener must remain retained in the mating component after disengagement. Threaded to a 6-32 UNC specification with a 21/32-inch length under head, this screw is manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel and left uncoated for corrosion resistance in a wide range of service environments. The 5/16-inch head diameter and 3/16-inch head height suit low-profile panel assemblies. It is installed by electricians, electronics technicians, and HVAC service professionals where tool-accessible captive fasteners are required.

This captive screw is suited for use in electrical enclosures, control panels, HVAC equipment access panels, and similar assemblies where retained hardware reduces the risk of lost fasteners during servicing. The 6-32 UNC thread is a widely used machine screw standard in light-gauge metal and plastic panel applications. The slotted drive accommodates standard flat-blade screwdrivers, which are commonly available in field service kits. Uncoated 18-8 stainless steel construction provides adequate corrosion resistance for indoor and light-duty outdoor panel environments without the dimensional variation introduced by coatings.

Key Features

• 6-32 UNC thread for compatibility with standard machine screw tapped holes in light panels and enclosures
• 21/32-inch length under head for engagement depth in typical sheet metal panel stacks
• 18-8 stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance without a coating
• Slotted drive accepts standard flat-blade screwdrivers for field service access
• Captive design keeps the fastener retained in the panel after disengagement, reducing hardware loss during maintenance
• Conforms to QQ-S-763 material standard for 18-8 stainless steel fasteners

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style captive fastener replacement for electrical enclosures, control panels, and access covers using 6-32 UNC machine screw threads.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed with a standard flat-blade screwdriver sized for the slotted head. Always de-energize electrical panels and enclosures before servicing fasteners per NFPA 70 (NEC) lockout/tagout requirements. Verify the mating thread is clean and free of debris before engagement to avoid cross-threading the 6-32 UNC thread form. Do not overtighten into thin sheet metal or plastic standoffs, as the thread form is designed for controlled torque applications.