The M268-2 is a general purpose rectangle-profile handle in heavy duty extruded aluminum with a clear matte anodized finish. Described by the manufacturer as a 4.0" x 1.6" handle, it is a metric-thread option for enclosure builders, OEM engineers and panel designers who want a modern-style pull on instrument panels, doors and covers.
The series table gives 3.50 in (89 mm) mounting hole centers, a handle depth of 1.58 in (40 mm) and a handle width of 0.47 in (12 mm). On the drawing, overall length is 101.81 mm [4.008 in], hole centers are 88.00 mm [3.465 in], the inside span between the legs is 75.00 mm [2.953 in] and the clearance under the grip is 32.00 mm [1.260 in].
The legs take M5-0.8 screws, tapped M5x0.8-6H with a depth called out as 15.00 [0.561]. Two panhead M5 x 12 screws and two washers are included. The handle is sold singly.
The M268-2 is packaged in a box with a shipping weight of 0.04 lbs (0.02 kg) and is RoHS and REACH compliant. A black matte anodized version is available as M268-2BK.
| Hardware | Hardware included |
| Screw Thread | M5-0.8 |
| Screws Included | 2 Panhead M5 x 12 |
| Tapped Hole Specification | M5x0.8-6H x 15.00 [0.561] |
| Series | 1427 & M Series Metal Handles - Oval and Rectangle Profiles |
| Sold As | Singly (one handle) |
| Product Type | Handle |
| Long Description | general purpose sq.alum handle 4.0"x1.6" |
| Short Description | SQ.ALUM HANDLE 4.0"x1.6" |
| Handle Profile Shape | Rectangle |
| Handle Depth | 1.58 in (40 mm) |
| Handle Width | 0.47 in (12 mm) |
| Mounting Hole Centers | 3.50 in (89 mm) |
| Profile Width (Drawing) | 12.00 mm [0.472 in] |
| Overall Height (Drawing) | 40.00 mm [1.575 in] |
| Overall Length (Drawing) | 101.81 mm [4.008 in] |
| Grip Clearance Height (Drawing) | 32.00 mm [1.260 in] |
| Mounting Hole Centers (Drawing) | 88.00 mm [3.465 in] |
| Inside Span Between Legs (Drawing) | 75.00 mm [2.953 in] |
| UPC | 623980791005 |
| UNSPSC | 39121301 |
| Part Number | M268-2 |
| Black Anodized Equivalent | M268-2BK |
| Packaging Type | box |
| Shipping Weight | 0.04 lbs (0.02 kg) |
| Color | Clear (Anodize) |
| Finish | Clear Matte Anodized Aluminum |
| Material | Aluminum (heavy duty extruded) |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| REACH Compliant | Yes |
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The series table lists 3.50 in (89 mm); the drawing dimensions the hole centers at 88.00 mm [3.465 in].
Yes, M5-0.8. Two panhead M5 x 12 screws and two washers are included.
1.58 in (40 mm), with 32.00 mm [1.260 in] of clearance under the grip.
Clear matte anodized aluminum. The black matte version is M268-2BK.
It is sold singly and packaged in a box.
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