Gibraltar TS-302-G Steel Thumb Screw 10-32 Knurled Head

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR TS-302-G is a 10-32 UNF thumb screw with a knurled plastic head and a shouldered steel shank. It is designed for tool-free fastening in panel assemblies, enclosures, access covers, and equipment housings where hand-tightening and frequent removal are required. The zinc-plated steel construction provides corrosion resistance suitable for indoor mechanical and electrical applications. The black knurled head measures 0.75 inches in diameter and 0.32 inches in height, offering a secure grip surface for finger-tightening without a driver. Overall length is 1.33 inches. This fastener is commonly installed by HVAC technicians, electricians, and equipment maintenance personnel who need a reliable hand-operated fastener for service panels and covers.

This thumb screw is suited for light-duty panel retention in residential and commercial applications. Typical use cases include securing access doors on HVAC air handlers, electrical enclosure covers, equipment chassis panels, and similar assemblies where tools may not be readily available during service calls. The shouldered design provides a positive stop and clean fit in pre-drilled or clearance-hole panel applications. The 10-32 thread size is a standard UNF pitch widely used in instrumentation, HVAC, and light electrical enclosures.

Key Features

• 10-32 UNF thread for compatibility with standard tapped holes in panels and enclosures
• Knurled black plastic head allows tool-free hand-tightening and removal
• Shoulder design provides a positive stop and prevents over-insertion
• Zinc-plated steel shank resists corrosion in indoor service environments
• Compact 1.33-inch overall length suits thin-panel and shallow-boss applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 10-32 UNF thumb screw replacement or new-installation fastener for panel covers, access doors, and enclosure assemblies that use shouldered thumb screws with a knurled head.

Installation Notes

This fastener is installed by hand into a pre-tapped 10-32 UNF hole or a mating nut. De-energize or lock out any electrical or HVAC equipment before removing or installing panel fasteners per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Do not use power tools to drive this fastener, as the plastic head is not designed for torque-tool installation. Verify thread engagement is complete before returning the panel or cover to service.