{"product_id":"electro-hardware-ekfs2-m3-1-clinch-captive-nut-m3x0-50","title":"Electro Hardware EKFS2-M3-1 Clinch Captive Nut M3x0.50","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ELECTRO HARDWARE EKFS2-M3-1 is a hex head clinch captive nut designed for permanent installation into sheet metal panels and enclosures. With an M3x0.50 thread and a minimum panel thickness of 1mm, it installs by pressing into a prepared mounting hole, where the hex head resists rotation and prevents the nut from spinning during fastener engagement. Constructed from 18-8 passivated stainless steel, it resists corrosion in both indoor and outdoor electrical enclosures. The 4.5mm mounting hole diameter and 5.5mm head diameter suit standard sheet metal fabrication workflows. Electricians and panel fabricators install this hardware during enclosure assembly or field modification work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis clinch captive nut is suited for light-gauge sheet metal panels used in electrical enclosures, HVAC control panels, junction boxes, and equipment chassis. The M3x0.50 thread is a common metric fastener size found in control board mounting applications, sub-panel assemblies, and terminal block installations. Its passivated stainless steel construction makes it appropriate for environments where mild chemical exposure or moisture is present. It ships in a package quantity of 10, supporting both single-repair and small-batch fabrication needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM3x0.50 thread size compatible with standard metric fastener hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHex head profile resists rotation during installation and fastener torque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1mm minimum panel thickness suits common light-gauge sheet metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18-8 passivated stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5mm mounting hole diameter for precise panel prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage quantity of 10 supports small-batch and repair applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement and general-use clinch captive nut for light-gauge sheet metal panels requiring an M3x0.50 threaded insert with a minimum panel thickness of 1mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires a press tool or arbor press to seat the nut flush into the prepared mounting hole  -  do not attempt hammer installation, as it can deform the hex head and compromise retention. Verify panel thickness meets the 1mm minimum before pressing. De-energize any panel or enclosure fully before performing fastener hardware work. Follow applicable NEC guidelines for enclosure integrity when modifying electrical panel structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: M3x0.50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clinch Captive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Panel Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5.5mm (0.2165 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Height\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Hole Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18-8 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Passivated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.3 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31161706\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: ELECTRO HARDWARE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: EKFS2-M3-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ELECTRO HARDWARE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51743506661682,"sku":"EKFS2-M3-1","price":45.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/ff31b31b19869d9cd5df50b4cb548274_a67228c3-b003-43a8-8930-6b46090df33e.jpg?v=1788847800","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/electro-hardware-ekfs2-m3-1-clinch-captive-nut-m3x0-50","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}