Does anyone know the size of the tighten-down screws for the plugs on computer
cables?  I certainly assume its metric. (I have a vernier caliper, but am not
that accomplished in determining the last digit, and it certainly   would be
easier if I knew which measuring system we're working w. here.  I know it's
a dumb question, it's gotta be metric, but affirmation would make me feel 
better as I grope through the ambiguity of reading that last digit on the 
vernier caliper.  Of course, if someone knows the actual screw size, that
would be wonderful.

6 responses total.

It's a 4-40.  Standard, not metric thread,

Yep.

Thanks, guys.

What's the screw size for a typical IBM-clone *case*, BTW?  Mine seems to
have screws that are a little smaller, held in place by tension rather
than threads.  Bleah.

Held in place by tension?  Guess being a screw is a high stress job.
Try a M-3 (metric, 3mm) or 6-32.

Yes, tension.  Flex the case & they are apt to fall out.

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