screw thread

[Amigaz]

Think this is a simple question...
XT and early AT cases had bigger thread size that newer AT and ATX cases which uses M3 size screws.
Does anyone know what size/thread it is? it's close to M4 screws but the thread is different so I suspect it's some "inch" screws...

 

[paul]

The case screw used on the PC/XT/AT is an 8-32 UNC.

 

[Amigaz]

Is there a shop/seller that still has these screws in stock?

I work with boat accessories and outbord/inboard engine parts so we have alot of 8/32 bolts/screws in syock but npn of them resemple the original screws for the case (doh)

 

[paul]

They were a bit unique. I have a few extra but am holding on to them!
I don't know about your part of the world but in the US this looks to be the type, part number 90316A192

here: http://www.mcmaster.com/

 

[wmmullaney]

I'll look around, I might find some before you go out and buy any.

 

[Amigaz]

I'll look around, I might find some before you go out and buy any.

Thanks, please let me know if you find any