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Silver M5 rack screws and cage nuts, 20 pack, 12 mm length

STARTECH

STARTECH CABSCRWM520 Server Accessory M5 Screws Nuts 20 Pack 12 mm

SKU CH-4QT0-VM8CC MPN CABSCRWM520

Twenty M5 cage nuts and twenty 12 mm M5 screws secure rack-mount equipment in a single pack

  • Product typeTools and Hardware
  • Product colorSilver Cage Nuts and Mounting Screws
  • DetailsIncluded: Mounting Screws and Cage Nuts Quantity per package
  • Key featuresInstall your rack-mountable hardware securely with these hig
  • Secure rack mounting with 20 M5 cage nuts and screws
  • Rust-resistant nickel-plated finish protects hardware long-term
  • 12 mm M5 screws fit standard server racks
  • Square cage nut design ensures stable installation
  • Complete 20-pack covers multiple device mounting needs

20-Pack M5 Cage Nuts and Screws

This 20-pack supplies M5 cage nuts and matching 12 mm mounting screws for standard server racks. The nickel-plated finish resists rust during long-term installations. Each pack contains 20 nuts and 20 screws so a full rack can be equipped in one purchase. The square cage nut design fits typical square-hole rails.

Installers mounting rack hardware in standard

Technicians securing servers, switches or patch panels in square-hole racks will find the correct thread and length here. Builders using round-hole or threaded rails need a different nut style. The fixed 12 mm screw length may not suit extra-thick brackets or special chassis.

M5 thread with 12 mm screw length decides fit

The M5 thread matches common rack standards while the 12 mm screw engages the nut fully without bottoming out. Verify that your rail holes are square and accept M5 hardware before ordering. The 20-piece count covers a typical single-unit installation.

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Price $17.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameCABSCRWM520
Product typeTools and Hardware
Product colorSilver Cage Nuts and Mounting Screws
Size & build
Shipping weight0.18 kg
Package size215 × 120 × 10 mm

Questions about this item

Do the M5 cage nuts and screws generate any noise or heat when installed in a server rack running continuously?

No, the M5 cage nuts and 12 mm screws are passive metal fasteners with a nickel-plated finish, so they produce no noise, heat or power draw during continuous operation.

What tools or existing hardware do I need on hand to use the 20 M5 cage nuts and 20 M5 x 12 mm screws?

You need a Phillips or flat-head screwdriver to drive the screws; the square cage nuts press into standard square rack holes without additional tools.

Will the M5 thread and 12 mm screw length work with older square-hole racks and legacy rack-mount equipment I already own?

Yes, the M5 thread is the long-standing standard for square-hole racks, and the 12 mm screw length suits typical legacy equipment mounting depths.

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