Panel Screws

Panel screws are typically utilized in combination with a panel screw receptacle. The receptacle allows the panel screw to remain attached to the panel even when the panel is removed. When the panel is replaced in position, the panel screw can then be tightened down through the receptacle into the mounting surface. Panel screws are characterized by an unthreaded portion of their shaft set between the head of the screw and the smaller threaded portion at the opposite tip. Panel screw heads can be similar to machine screw heads, socket products or even knurled thumb screws. Panel screw tips can be flat or with a guiding conical or dog point. Several standardized types of panel screws have been developed to ease identification. Panel screw are meant to be easily tightened and loosened for quick access.