S-96016A551 M3 x 6 mm Thumb Screws

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Tool-free installation and adjustment with a comfortable, knurled acetal plastic head for secure grip and reduced hand fatigue during frequent use.
• Superior corrosion resistance provided by the 18-8 stainless steel body, ensuring long-term reliability in various environments.
• Space-saving low-profile round head design ideal for applications with limited clearance without compromising on manual handling.
• Precise and reliable fastening with a Class 4g6g thread fit and coarse M3 x 0.5 mm thread, enabling quick assembly and strong holding power.
• Durable performance across a wide temperature range from 32° to 180° F, suitable for both indoor and mildly demanding thermal conditions.
• Full threading for maximum engagement along the entire 6 mm length, providing consistent clamping force and stability.
• Compliance with major environmental regulations including RoHS 3 and REACH, ensuring safety and suitability for regulated industries.

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

This M3 low-profile thumb screw is engineered to solve common assembly challenges where tools are impractical or speed is critical. The combination of an 18-8 stainless steel body and acetal plastic knurled head offers an optimal balance of strength, chemical resistance, and user comfort. It is perfectly suited for applications in electronics enclosures, laboratory equipment, and consumer devices that require repeated manual adjustments. The fully threaded metric coarse thread design ensures rapid installation and high vibration resistance, reducing the risk of loosening. By integrating a right-hand thread and precise Class 4g6g fit, this screw delivers consistent performance in prototyping, maintenance, and light-duty industrial fastening, enhancing both productivity and ergonomics.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This thumb screw adheres to Metric (M3 x 0.5 mm) threading standards with a Class 4g6g thread fit for assured dimensional accuracy. It is fully threaded and features a right-hand, coarse thread for efficient assembly. The product is manufactured to be RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) Compliant and REACH (EC 1907/2006) Compliant, meeting stringent environmental and safety regulations for use in various markets.