Value Collection DCS-920-ZTC 3/8-16 Spring Steel Cage Nut

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION DCS-920-ZTC is a 3/8-16 spring steel cage nut with a zinc-plated finish, designed for secure panel and sheet metal fastening applications. The cage nut design allows the nut to float within a stamped steel retainer, enabling tool-free installation into square knockout holes in enclosures, racks, and panels. It accepts a 3/8-16 threaded fastener and is suited for material thicknesses ranging from 0.24 to 0.26 inches. The zinc-plated finish provides basic corrosion resistance in light-duty indoor environments. This hardware is commonly installed by electricians, HVAC technicians, and equipment installers working with server racks, electrical enclosures, and equipment mounting panels.

Cage nuts of this type are used in residential and commercial applications wherever equipment must be bolted to thin-gauge steel panels, rack rails, or enclosure frames. Typical install scenarios include mounting electrical panels, HVAC control enclosures, and server or communications rack equipment. The 3/8-16 thread size is a common standard in equipment mounting hardware, making this nut a practical replacement or stock fastener for service and installation work.

Key Features

• 3/8-16 thread size for broad compatibility with standard equipment mounting bolts
• Fits material thickness from 0.24 to 0.26 inches
• Spring steel construction provides consistent retention force in the cage retainer
• Zinc-plated finish for basic corrosion resistance in dry indoor environments
• Floating cage design allows self-alignment during fastener engagement

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 3/8-16 cage nut for use with thin-gauge steel panels and equipment enclosures requiring a material thickness of 0.24 to 0.26 inches.

Installation Notes

Cage nuts are installed by pressing the retainer clip into a square knockout hole in the panel or rack rail prior to driving the mating screw. De-energize any electrical enclosure before working inside. A cage nut insertion tool or flat-blade screwdriver is typically used to seat and remove the retainer without damaging the panel. Follow applicable NEC guidelines when fastening components inside electrical enclosures.