Description
Overview:
The Thumb Screw M4 for Makita PB250 and BHX2501 blowers (part number 265782-3) is a genuine Makita fastener for quick, tool-free tightening and removal. It features a standard M4 (4 mm) metric thread to secure light assemblies on the blower, helping keep components stable under vibration. The easy-grip, knurled plastic head allows comfortable finger tightening, while the steel screw provides strength and reliable clamping. Built for regular outdoor use, it supports routine maintenance tasks where covers or guards need to be removed and refitted by hand. This OEM part restores the correct fit and function of the original fixing, maintaining machine reliability for both professional groundcare and home garden users. Suitable where an M4 thumb-operated fastener is specified on compatible Makita blowers.
Key Features:
- Genuine Makita part (265782-3) for fit and compatibility on specified blowers
- M4 (4 mm) metric thread for secure fastening and straightforward replacement
- Knurled plastic head for comfortable, tool-free tightening and removal
- Steel screw for strength and dependable clamping under vibration
- Helps prevent loosening during operation for consistent performance
- Quick to fit and remove, ideal for routine cleaning and inspection
- Durable materials for long service life in outdoor conditions
- Compact head design for access in tight spaces on blower housings
- Suitable for PB250, BHX2501 and RBL250 where this fastener is used
- Supports safe maintenance by keeping covers and fixtures correctly secured
Typical Applications:
Commonly used to secure covers, guards, filter housings or similar light fixtures on compatible Makita petrol blowers. Ideal where parts are removed frequently for cleaning, inspection or servicing, and a tool-free fastener is preferred. Replaces worn, missing or damaged thumb screws to restore the correct clamping force and maintain safe, reliable operation in landscaping, groundcare, and domestic garden work.
Also known as:
Often referred to as a hand-tight screw, finger screw, knob screw, clamping screw, or thumb bolt. Sometimes described as a plastic head screw or manual fastener used for tool-free adjustments on small machinery and garden equipment.
Fits Models:
BHX2501, PB250, RBL250
Alternate Part Numbers:
2657823
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