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U29

U29-Large Clear Plastic Melon-Seed Turn Button Clip

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  • Category: Picture Framing Hardware / Turn Buttons / Retainer Clips
  • MOQ: 100
  • Lead time: 7-10days
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Description

Large Clear Plastic Melon-Seed Turn Button Clip – U29 Complete Guide

The Large Clear Plastic Melon-Seed Turn Button Clip (SKU: U29) is the largest transparent fastener in XKY Framing’s invisible hardware range. At 21 mm length with a 1.5 mm thick body and 8.5 mm wide tail, it delivers confident large-format backing retention while remaining visually transparent against any backing board colour.

Why Choose the Large Clear Plastic Melon-Seed Turn Button Clip?

Large acrylic and frameless displays are increasingly used in commercial and residential interiors. The U29 Large Clear Plastic Melon-Seed Turn Button Clip provides the mechanical integrity required for large-format backing on these displays without introducing hardware that distracts from the artwork presentation.

Key Dimensions

Total length: 21 mm. Head width: 7.5 mm. Tail width: 8.5 mm. Hole diameter: 3 mm. Thickness: 1.5 mm.

Installation

Pre-drill 3 mm hole. Seat large backing board. Align U29 clip. Fasten with M3 screw. Rotate wide 8.5 mm tail over backing edge to lock.

Related Products

For medium clear see U28 Medium Clear Plastic Melon-Seed Turn Button Clip. For yellow plastic with wire see U30 Plastic Wire Turn Button Clip Yellow.

Material & Finish

Clear polycarbonate/ABS, 1.5 mm body, optically transparent.

FAQ

Q: How does U29 compare to black U26?
A: Similar dimensions but U29 is clear/transparent while U26 is matte black.

Q: Strong enough for 60 Γ— 80 cm frames?
A: Yes with 10+ clips evenly spaced.

Q: Compatible with magnetic backing systems?
A: Yes. Non-metallic ABS does not interfere with magnetic closures.

Specifications

SKUU29
Product Typehardware
MOQ100
Lead Time7-10days
Overview<p>The U29 Large Clear Plastic Melon-Seed Turn Button Clip is the largest transparent clip in the series, featuring a 1.5 mm thick body and 8.5 mm wide tail for secure backing retention on large light-toned or frameless displays.</p>
HighlightsLarge Invisible Lock
Custom PackagingYes
MaterialPlastic (Clear ABS/Polycarbonate)
ColorClear / Transparent
Total Length21 mm
Width (Head)7.5 mm
Width (Tail)8.5 mm
Hole Diameter3 mm
Thickness1.5 mm
Arch HeightN/A
Size GradeLarge (??)
ShapeMelon-Seed (???)
Key specs
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FAQ

How does U29 compare to the black U26?

U29 and U26 share very similar dimensions (21 mm Γ— 1.5 mm Γ— 3 mm) but U29 is transparent (clear) while U26 is matte black ABS.

Is U29 strong enough for 60 Γ— 80 cm frames?

Yes, when using 10+ clips evenly spaced. The 1.5 mm thick body and 8.5 mm tail provide sufficient locking force for large lightweight backing boards.

Can U29 be used with magnetic backing systems?

Yes. The non-metallic ABS body does not interfere with magnetic closure systems, making U29 compatible with magnetic shadow boxes and smart art displays.

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