Alternative fixing/s for new Instrument panel

[Delfini]

Ive just made new instrument panels in teak faced ply so I can replace and re-arrange the instruments at the chart table but now Im very hesitant to drill holes in the new shiny panels for fixing to the frames using screws - this was the method used on the old panels but I would like to consider better looking alternatives

The panels sit in a framed aperture with stop beads - Im thinking of using some sort of 1/4 turn rim lock or maybe surface mounted 1/4 turn latch - something like the below ?



Any ideas appreciated

 

[rogerthebodger]

Velcro

 

[Delfini]

Velcro

Thanks - that’s a good suggestion but I reckon I would need to add some sort of handle to pull off the panels - they are a reasonable good fit and even just resting in the frame very reluctant to come out - Ive pulled the knob off the plotter a few times !

 

[Delfini]

Just in case anyone else finds this thread useful in the future and after considering Velcro - I decided to go with these button fixings and use a medium duty suction cup to remove the panel when required

 

[steve yates]

Just in case anyone else finds this thread useful in the future and after considering Velcro - I decided to go with these button fixings and use a medium duty suction cup to remove the panel when required

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They look very useful, where did you find them?

 

[Rappey]

I hinged mine on one side and used one of these on the other. The nice thing with these is you can adjust the grip.

 

[john_morris_uk]

If you’re nowhere near a compass etc you can use magnetic ones.
Carlisle Brass Magnetic Catch Nickel-Plated 15 x 14mm

 

[Tradewinds]

These could be useful too (Steve Yates - the others were a different form of button fix)

Button Fix

 

[rogerthebodger]

These could be useful too (Steve Yates - the others were a different form of button fix)

Button Fix

They used to be called keyhole fixing used on mounting pictures and mirrors onto a wall

 

[Delfini]

They look very useful, where did you find them?

... they are on Amazon - work a treat

Button Fix Type 2 Bracket Marker Guide Kit Connecting 90º Degree Panels x 10: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

 

[Delfini]

These could be useful too (Steve Yates - the others were a different form of button fix)

Button Fix

.... this type wouldn't work for me - they are designed for a panel which can drop into the fixing

 

[Delfini]

... they are on Amazon - work a treat

Button Fix Type 2 Bracket Marker Guide Kit Connecting 90º Degree Panels x 10: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

... have a look here

 

[rogerthebodger]

All types of similar door catches available







This last one can be made from a terry tool spring clip and a short length of dowel.

 

[Delfini]

All types of similar door catches available

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This last one can be made from a terry tool spring clip and a short length of dowel.

I agree there are many types of similar function fixings but the chart table panels are loaded with instruments (including plotter) and thus reasonably heavy - personally I wouldn't trust those lightweight alternatives