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what is the proper screw for use under playfield - lights, plates, etc

By EvanDickson

2 years ago



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    #1 2 years ago

    Is there a spec screw that should always be used for mounting things under the playfield like lights, flipper brackets, whatever? I find a mishmash of #6 or #8, and 3/8" and 1/2", mostly hex-washer sheet metal screws, but sometimes robertson cap head screws. It seems risky to me to use 1/2", since that's close to the thickness of a playfield.

    Would #6 - 3/8" sheet metal screw be the by-the-book choice for mounting lamps and other under-playfield bits?

    #4 2 years ago

    Ok, no set spec. Got it. Billc's strategy sounds like a good one to me.

    #6 2 years ago

    You're right, not much availability in Canada. I went shopping today and hex in 3/8" and 1/2" just plain aren't stocked in my province. They can be found online, but not easily.

    Is there an advantage to hex over Robertson pan head screws? If not, then I might go all Robertson, since they're available locally with no mail order hassle or wait.

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