{"product_id":"electro-hardware-ekfs2-m2-5-hex-clinch-captive-nut-m2-5x0-45","title":"Electro Hardware EKFS2-M2.5 Hex Clinch Captive Nut M2.5x0.45","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ELECTRO HARDWARE EKFS2-M2.5 is a hex head clinch captive nut designed for permanent, flush-mounting thread installation in sheet metal and thin panel assemblies. The M2.5x0.45 thread accepts standard metric fasteners and installs by pressing or clinching into a prepared mounting hole, displacing panel material to create a secure, non-rotating threaded insert. Manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel with a passivated finish, this fastener resists corrosion in demanding environments. Minimum panel thickness is 1 mm, making it suitable for light-gauge sheet applications found in electrical enclosures, HVAC equipment panels, and control boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clinch nut is appropriate for use in thin-panel assemblies where a back-side nut is not accessible or practical. Typical applications include electrical enclosure fabrication, equipment control panels, HVAC chassis assembly, and light-gauge sheet metal work. The hex body geometry prevents rotation during installation and under load. The passivated stainless steel construction makes this nut a reliable choice in environments with moisture exposure or where corrosion resistance is a priority. Sold in packages of 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eM2.5x0.45 thread size accepts standard metric M2.5 fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHex head profile prevents rotation once clinched into panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 mm minimum panel thickness supports installation in light-gauge sheet metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e18-8 stainless steel construction with passivated finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5.5 mm head diameter and 4.5 mm mounting hole diameter for precise panel prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackage quantity of 10 per unit for bench-stock and production use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for installation in sheet metal and thin-panel assemblies with a minimum panel thickness of 1 mm and a prepared mounting hole diameter of 4.5 mm, accepting M2.5x0.45 metric threaded fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is typically performed by a sheet metal fabricator or mechanical assembler using a press tool or hand-setting tool sized for the clinch nut body diameter. Always prepare the panel hole to the specified 4.5 mm mounting hole diameter before pressing to ensure proper clinch engagement. Verify that the panel material meets the 1 mm minimum thickness requirement prior to installation. 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