Introducing bisco Captive Hardware
Reliable & Affordable Captive Hardware
We’re excited to announce the unveiling of our very own line of captive hardware. bisco brand captive hardware provides reliable and affordable alternatives to PEM (PennEngineering) and PSM International self-clinching fasteners and hardware.
Manufacturer Profile: Amatom
About Amatom
Amatom Electronic Hardware is a division of Carey Manufacturing which focuses on the production of PCB hardware and related components. Since it’s start in 1957, Amatom has built a reputation for innovative and dependable products. In fact, Amatom’s comprehensive product offering makes Amatom a go to source for electronic hardware.
Captive Screws
Handles
Standoffs
Amatom Products
- Handles
- Standoffs
- Spacers
- Jack Screws
- Captive Panel Fasteners
- Washers
To configure products view Amatom’s online catalog.
Amatom Manufacturing Capabilities
Amatom manufacturers products from many materials including aluminum, steel, stainless steel, and brass. In addition, Amatom offers a wide variety of finishes and platings to meet application specific requirements. Regardless of the material or finish Amatom is able to offer competitive lead times and prices on custom and standard products by utilizing in-house CNC machining.
Amatom Distributor
bisco industries is proud to be an authorized Amatom distributor. bisco stocks thousands of Amatom electronic hardware components, all available for same day shipment. To search stock and get pricing visit biscoind.com.
Manufacturer Profile: Accurate Screw Machine (ASM)
About Accurate Screw Machine
Accurate Screw Machine (ASM) is a leading manufacturer of electronic hardware components including spacers, standoffs, thumb screws, and captive panel screws. Since its start in 1967, ASM has been recognized by leading OEMs, NASA and the US Military for superior performance. Today, ASM operates as a division of MW Industries and continues its tradition of excellence as an ISO9001 certified manufacturer. ASM’s products are used in a wide variety of industries including electronics, aerospace, medical, and telecommunications.
Accurate Screw Machine Manufacturing Capabilities
ASM utilizes Swiss style CNC machining to provide the fastest turnaround times in the industry with print to part jobs averaging two weeks or less. ASM’s quick and precise manufacturing processes are buttressed by its state of the art quality equipment.
Accurate Screw Machine Products
- Bushings
- Captive Screws & Assemblies
- Handles & Ferrules
- Locking Fasteners
- Nuts
- Panel Screw Retainers
- Screws – Standard, Set, Stud
- Spacers
- Springs
- Standoffs & Adapters
- Thumb Screws
- Washers
To configure ASM part numbers download the Accurate Screw Machine catalog.
bisco industries – Local Distributor for Accurate Screw Machine
bisco industries is your local Accurate Screw Machine (ASM) distributor. We stock hundreds of ASM products in our 7 distribution centers across North America. To find stock and pricing by part number visit biscoind.com and search the ASM part number.
Manufacturer Profile: Lyn-Tron
Lyn-Tron Inc. was originally founded as Lynn Electronics Company back in 1956 at small facility in Los Angeles, CA. Since then Lyn-Tron has expanded to a state-of-art manufacturing facility in Spokane, WA and has become a leading manufacturer of electronic hardware. Solder terminals were Lyn-Tron’s main product in its early years but technological advances allowed Lyn-Tron to expand their product offering to meet growing industry requirements. In 1982, Lyn-Tron began manufacturing connector hardware and quickly build a reputation for providing quality and cost effective electronic hardware.
Lyn-Tron Products
- Precision Shoulder Screws
- Spacers
- Swage Spacers
- Standoffs
- Swage Standoffs
- Female-Female Standoffs
- Male-Female Standoffs
- Male-Male Standoffs
- Super-Torq Standoffs
- Ball Studs
- Captive Panel Screws
- Captive Panel Retainers
- Thumb Screws & Nuts
- Handles
- Handle Ferrules
- Chassis Fasteners
Lyn-Tron Manufacturing Capabilities
Lyn-Tron offers a large assortment of machining capabilities to meet users’ challenging and diverse needs. Among Lyn-Tron’s manufacturing techniques are electrical discharge machining (EDM), computer numerical control (CNC) machining, and multi-spindle screw machining. These techniques allow Lyn-Tron to produce custom tooling and accommodate both small and large production runs.
Authorized Lyn-Tron Distributor
bisco industries is proud to be an authorized stocking distributor of Lyn-Tron electronic hardware. bisco’s long standing partnership with Lyn-Tron means you’ll receive knowledgeable service, competitive pricing, and quick order turnaround. To find product data, pricing, and availability visit biscoind.com. If you aren’t able to find the part you need online, our dedicated and knowledgeable sales reps are ready to assist you in specifying your product.
Manufacturer Profile: RAF Electronic Hardware
RAF is North America’s leading supplier of electronic hardware components to industries including telecommunications, medical, computer, entertainment, and military/aerospace. All RAF products are available in standard and metric dimensions and are also RoHS compliant. Most of RAF’s catalog items are stocked and available for same-day shipment. In addition RAF’s in-house plating facility enables them to provide customers with a quick turnaround even on plated parts.
RAF Products Include:
- Captive Panel Screws
- Spacers
- Standoffs
- Jack Screws
- Precision Shoulder Screws
- Thumb Screws
- Printed Circuit Board Supports
- Handles & Ferrules
- Non-Metallic Washers
For a complete listing of RAF products and to configure products view RAF’s online catalog.
bisco – Authorized RAF Distributor
bisco industries is proud to be an authorized RAF distributor. Looking for pricing and stock information? Visit biscoind.com and simply search the RAF item. If pricing is not readily available our e-commerce customer service team will be happy to assist you.
What is a Captive Screw?
Captive screws are specially designed to lock into pre-drilled holes so that the screw can be fastened and unfastened without the screw being detached. One of the primary benefits of captive screws is that they provide secure fastening while reducing costs associated with lost screws or damage from foreign object debris (FOD). Captive screws are available in a variety of styles and materials to suite diverse application needs. Captive screws are frequently used in electronic enclosures, exhibits/signs, medical devices, and network cabinets.
Leading Captive Screw Manufacturers
- Southco
- Alcoa
- RAF
- Essentra
- PEM
- PSM
Learn More About Captive Screws
To learn more about captive screws, read this helpful article from IHS Engineering 360 or contact bisco’s industries’ customer support team. Be sure to visit bisco’s blog each Wednesday to learn about other commonly used fasteners and electronic components.
Understanding RAF Part Numbers Helps Buyers Find Stock
RAF Electronic Hardware (a division of MW Industries) is one of the leading manufacturers of electronic hardware in the world. RAF spacers, standoffs, captive panel screws, and shoulder screws can be found in everything from personal computers to industrial control systems. With such widespread use in electronic applications chances are your project is using RAF electronic hardware or equivalents.
In many cases buyers only have the RAF part number and a short description of the item. However, understanding more about the product can help buyers locate similar and equivalent items quickly. For example, a buyer is looking for a stainless steel standoff with no finish. There is no stock on the plain finish standoff but it is in stock with a passivated finish. In this case a buyer educated on the difference between a plain finish and a passivated finish will know that the parts are functionally the same and be confident purchasing the available stock.
Understanding RAF Part Numbers
Learning about RAF products starts by understanding the part numbering system. RAF part numbers indicate important information such as dimensions, material, and finish. Take for example the following RAF standoff:
- 2112 = Length “1 inch”
- 440 = Thread “4-40”
- SS = Material “Stainless Steel”
- 0 = Finish “Plain”
Learn more
View RAF’s online catalog or contact authorized RAF distributor, bisco industries.
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