Electro Hardware MP1005M06F16M3 Hex Standoff M3x0.5

Product Description

The ELECTRO HARDWARE MP1005M06F16M3 is a female hex circuit board standoff machined from aluminum to T3 material grade. It carries an M3 x 0.5 female thread that runs the full 3 mm overall length, giving the standoff a fully threaded interior with a 3 mm thread depth. The 6 mm width across flats fits a standard 6 mm hex driver or wrench for installation. The plain, bright uncoated finish keeps the aluminum surface exposed, making the part suitable for applications where anodizing or plating would add unnecessary material to a tight-tolerance stack. Electronics assemblers and PCB technicians are the primary installers for this hardware.

This standoff is used to mount printed circuit boards to chassis panels, enclosures, or secondary boards in electronic assemblies. The metric M3 x 0.5 thread size makes it a common choice in control board assemblies, light-duty electronics enclosures, and instrumentation panels where a low-profile aluminum spacer is required. The 3 mm overall length keeps the board-to-surface spacing minimal, which suits dense assemblies. The hex body shape provides a positive grip point for torque application and prevents rotation during assembly without a secondary holding method.

Key Features

• Fully threaded female interior with M3 x 0.5 thread size and 3 mm thread depth
• Hex body with 6 mm width across flats for wrench-driven installation
• Aluminum construction, T3 material grade for lightweight, corrosion-resistant use
• Plain bright uncoated finish per QQ-A-225A Comp 2 specification
• 3 mm overall length with a length tolerance of -0.13 to 0.13 mm for precise stack height control

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-build hardware component for printed circuit board mounting applications requiring M3 x 0.5 female hex standoffs.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by electronics assemblers or PCB technicians using a 6 mm hex driver or open-end wrench. De-energize and discharge any boards or enclosures before installing or removing standoffs to prevent electrostatic discharge damage. Do not overtighten aluminum standoffs, as the material is susceptible to thread stripping; apply only enough torque to seat the mating fastener firmly. Inspect threads for debris before assembly to ensure full thread engagement.