STAINLESS STEEL SLOT RAISED COUNTERSUNK SLEEVE NUTS

Slot Raised Countersunk Sleeve Nuts — This sleeve nut works exactly like the socket version — a barrel-shaped body with an internal thread, inserted into a pre-drilled hole in one panel so a screw through a mating panel threads directly into it — but pairs with a raised, domed countersunk screw head driven by a flat-blade slot rather than a hex socket, leaving the screw head visible and sitting proud of the surface once assembled instead of flush. That's a deliberate aesthetic choice rather than a mechanical one: where the socket version is chosen for a clean, concealed finish, this version is specified where the fixing itself is meant to be seen, such as traditional or decorative furniture, glazing bead fixings, and cabinet work where a domed screw head is part of the intended look rather than something to hide. Mechanically the joint behaves the same way — the sleeve resists rotation as the screw is driven home, and the strength of the connection depends on the panel material and thread engagement rather than any locking feature, so like the socket version it's suited to furniture and panel assembly rather than structural load-bearing use. It's also a fully demountable joint: with no locking mechanism, it can be assembled and disassembled repeatedly, which fits naturally with flat-pack and modular furniture that gets rebuilt more than once over its working life. Fitting requires a flat-blade screwdriver rather than an Allen key, so the tooling needed on site differs slightly from the socket version even though the sleeve itself performs the same function. A2 stainless is the standard specification for the vast majority of furniture and decorative applications; A4 is rarely necessary given the light-duty indoor nature of most uses. Sizing is governed by panel thickness and the mating screw's diameter and thread, exactly as with the socket version, and both should be confirmed against the specific joint before ordering.

FAQs
Why would a visible screw head be preferred over a flush finish?
In traditional, decorative, or glazing-bead applications a raised domed screw head is often part of the intended appearance rather than something to disguise, whereas the socket version's flush finish suits more contemporary or concealed-fixing designs.

Does the raised head reduce the joint's holding strength compared with the socket version?
No, both versions rely on the same sleeve-and-screw thread engagement for holding strength; the difference between them is purely the screw head style and drive type, not the mechanical performance of the joint.

How is the sleeve nut installed?
The sleeve is inserted into a pre-drilled hole in one panel, and the slotted raised head screw passes through the mating panel to thread into the sleeve, drawing the components together as it is tightened with a flat-blade screwdriver.

Can the joint be disassembled and reused?
Yes, it is a plain threaded connection with no locking feature, allowing repeated assembly and disassembly, which suits flat-pack and modular furniture applications.