Electro Hardware EFH-832-24 Captive Stud 8-32 Steel

Product Description

The ELECTRO HARDWARE EFH-832-24 is a zinc-plated steel captive stud designed for secure panel fastening in light fabrication, electrical enclosures, and sheet metal assemblies. It features an 8-32 unified coarse thread and a 1.5-inch overall length (OAL), making it well-suited for thin-panel applications with a minimum panel thickness of 0.04 inches. Manufactured from C1005 to C1018 grade carbon steel with a zinc plating finish for corrosion resistance, this captive stud installs permanently into a panel, allowing a mating screw or nut to be driven without the stud backing out. Electricians, enclosure fabricators, and sheet metal technicians are the primary installers.

This captive stud is used in residential and commercial electrical panel assemblies, control enclosures, and equipment covers where a retained fastener is needed for repeated access. The 8-32 thread size is a common standard in electrical and electronic enclosure work. The low minimum panel thickness of 0.04 inches makes this part appropriate for thin-gauge sheet metal work. It ships in a package quantity of 50, suitable for production or service stock quantities.

Key Features

• 8-32 unified coarse thread for wide compatibility with standard nuts and mating hardware
• 1.5-inch overall length suits typical panel access and clearance requirements
• Minimum panel thickness of 0.04 inches accommodates thin-gauge sheet metal
• C1005 to C1018 carbon steel construction for reliable mechanical strength
• Zinc plating finish provides corrosion resistance in standard indoor environments
• Captive design keeps the stud retained in the panel during assembly and service

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or production fastener for thin-panel sheet metal assemblies, electrical enclosures, and control boxes requiring an 8-32 captive threaded stud.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by sheet metal fabricators, electricians, or enclosure assembly technicians using standard press-in or clinch installation tooling appropriate for captive studs. De-energize and lock out all electrical panels before installing or servicing fasteners in live enclosures, per applicable NEC guidelines. Verify that the panel material and thickness meet the 0.04-inch minimum specification before installation. Do not overtighten mating hardware beyond the rated capacity of the 8-32 thread engagement.