The Type 1 Button-fix connects parallel panels where the emphasis is on strength, and is recommended when the panels are carrying cantilevered loads such as shelving.
Unlike gravity fasteners such as split battens or French cleats, the slide & click engagement of Type 1 allows for sideways assembly of the panel - no need for a gap above!
As well as offering the choice of drop-down or sideways engagement, the versatile Type 1 is reversible. It can be surface-mounted, for simplicity, or semi-rebated to save space and reduce the installation depth. But in all configurations, the strength and performance of Type 1 are not compromised.
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For a wide variety of applications on vertical or horizontal surfaces, the versatile Button-fix Type 1 is an ideal choice.
Typical uses include:
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Wall panel with 4 x Fixes, guide load = 200 kg max.
Ceiling panel with 4 x Fixes, guide load = 110 kg max.
- Advice on panel loads is given with the proviso that the screws and substrate are properly matched, and all other instructions complied with. For critical applications it is essential to perform your own tests.
- Advice is based on independent load tests with Button-fix attached to 18mm MDF or plywood. Allowances should be made when using different panels.
Full documentation for the product can be downloaded in this section, including detailed instructions for use (in multiple languages), a declaration of performance certificate, independent load test reports and safety warnings. You can also download CAD models of the fastener below.
Documentation for all our products can also be found on the technical resources page.
Files for all of our fixtures are available in STEP, DXF and STL file formats.
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Changing room benches at the Arsenal football club training ground. A J Binns Limited
Changing room benches at the Arsenal football club training ground. A J Binns Limited
Changing room benches at the Arsenal football club training ground. A J Binns Limited
Department store feature wall, ceiling and display boxes, Leeds. Andy Clarke Woodwork Design & Manufacture
Department store feature wall, ceiling and display boxes, Leeds. Andy Clarke Woodwork Design & Manufacture
Department store feature wall, ceiling and display boxes, Leeds. Andy Clarke Woodwork Design & Manufacture
Rose of England feature wall at Twickenham rugby stadium. Artworks Solutions
Reception area, Imperial House, Holborn, London. Atmosphere Limited
Reception area, Imperial House, Holborn, London. Atmosphere Limited
Reception area, Imperial House, Holborn, London. Atmosphere Limited
Reception area, Imperial House, Holborn, London. Atmosphere Limited
Leather seating, entrance lobby, Soho, London. BW Consultants
Leather seating, entrance lobby, Soho, London. BW Consultants
Food court refurbishment onboard a ferry, using Button-fix to secure the banquette seating. BluMarine
Food court refurbishment onboard a ferry, using Button-fix to secure the banquette seating. BluMarine
Food court refurbishment onboard a ferry, using Button-fix to secure the banquette seating. BluMarine
Façadeflush commercial washroom cubicle system. Grant Westfield Limited
Façadeflush commercial washroom cubicle system. Grant Westfield Limited
Façadeflush commercial washroom cubicle system. Grant Westfield Limited
Façadeflush commercial washroom cubicle system. Grant Westfield Limited
Rice Delight Chinese take-away fit-out. Grant Westfield Limited
Rice Delight Chinese take-away fit-out. Grant Westfield Limited
Folding banquetting table. Heritage Oak
Folding banquetting table. Heritage Oak
Folding banquetting table. Heritage Oak
Bathroom vanity mirrors mounted on Button-fix. Hurleys Craftworks Inc.
Naturemoss wall panels. Innerspace Cheshire
Naturemoss wall panels. Innerspace Cheshire
Commerical office fit-out with Dinesen douglas fir panels, Paddington, London. Parkrose - a division of Stortford Interiors
Commerical office fit-out with Dinesen douglas fir panels, Paddington, London. Parkrose - a division of Stortford Interiors
Commerical office fit-out with Dinesen douglas fir panels, Paddington, London. Parkrose - a division of Stortford Interiors
Modern house number plaques. Scaeva Signs
Banquette seating. Spy Interiors
Banquette seating. Spy Interiors
Banquette seating. Spy Interiors
Fabric panelling in a domestic interior fit-out. Spy Interiors
Fabric panelling in a domestic interior fit-out. Spy Interiors
Architectural materials showroom, East London. Surface Matter
Architectural materials showroom, East London. Surface Matter
Architectural materials showroom, East London. Surface Matter
Architectural materials showroom, East London. Surface Matter
Architectural materials showroom, East London. Surface Matter
Nylon Type 1 Buttons can be produced in custom colours, such as charcoal grey (to match the Fix) or white. The Type 1 Button can also be turned in metal, for example, 316 stainless steel for marine applications. Contact us directly for pricing and minimum order quantities.
When attaching Type 1 Buttons to panels less than 15mm thick, or back-to-back on an 18mm panel, use the orange Button. They are designed for Ø6.2mm Varianta Euro screws, which require a Ø5mm pilot hole in the panel.
The regular glass-filled nylon Button to connect to the original Type 1, Type 1 Flush or Type 1 Bonded Fixes. Use with Ø5mm CSK wood screws (for panels at least 15mm thick) or M5 machine screws.
The Button Marker for both Type 1 and Type 3 helps to quickly and accurately align the Button-fix installation, reducing the need for measuring and marking out. Simply snap a marker into each Fix, then position the panel and press firmly. The indents mark where the Buttons go.
The Multijig helps when machining the oval recesses required for rebated configurations of Button-fix. It is made from clear acrylic, so that you can see the workpiece below, and has printed guide marks. For rebating Type 1, Type 1 Flush, Type 1 Bonded and Type 1 Metal Fixes.
For hanging thin materials such as solid grade laminate, solid surface (Corian®, Hanex®, etc.), glass, metal or stone, Type 1 Bonded Button-fix is the best solution.
When constructing furniture, cladding reception desks or adding sides to kitchen cabinets, and panel-to-panel contact is required, Type 1 Flush is the recommended Button-fix.
Whether it is in transport environments, subject to vibration and shock loads, or for fire-rated ceiling panels, the Type 1 Metal Button-fix is the high-performance choice.
Its 90° connection and straight push-on engagement make the Type 2 Button-fix the recommended choice for access panels and boxing-in services.
Like the original Type 2, they connect panels at 90° or to a frame. But their more compact installation depth allows the Button to be fitted to the edge of an aperture in an 18mm (3/4”) panel – ideal for a service access window.
The push-on/pull-off engagement of the Type 3 Button-fix couldn't be simpler, and is ideal when there is no clearance around the panel.
