5mm Finger Tighten Center Fin Screw and Plate – Surfboard Fin Hardware

$6.90

Secure your center fin quickly with a hand-tightened 5mm screw and plate designed for reliable fit in standard sliding center fin box systems.

Free untracked delivery everywhere in Australia.

We strongly suggest you choose the Express Shipping option at checkout which includes tracking and insurance, to minimize losses in transit.

Secure your center fin quickly with a hand-tightened 5mm screw and plate designed for reliable fit in standard sliding center fin box systems.

Free untracked delivery everywhere in Australia.

We strongly suggest you choose the Express Shipping option at checkout which includes tracking and insurance, to minimize losses in transit.

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This 5mm finger tighten center fin screw and plate set provides a simple, tool-free method for installing and adjusting a surfboard center fin. The screw features an enlarged, easy-grip head that allows firm hand tightening without the need for a fin key or screwdriver, while the matching metal plate delivers stable positioning inside the fin box channel.

Manufactured for durability in saltwater environments, the hardware resists corrosion and maintains consistent thread engagement during repeated fin changes. The design supports accurate fin placement for tuning hold, pivot, and tracking across longboards, mid-lengths, and single-fin surfboards that use a sliding center fin box.

Key features

  • 5mm thread size suitable for common center fin mounting systems

  • Finger-tighten head enables tool-free installation and adjustment

  • Corrosion-resistant construction for marine use

  • Metal backing plate for secure fin positioning in the fin box track

  • Reusable hardware designed for repeated fin changes

Ideal for

  • Longboards and mid-length surfboards using a center fin

  • Surfers who adjust fin position frequently

  • Travel or spare hardware kits

  • Tool-free beachside fin installation

Why choose this product

  • Eliminates the need for a separate fin key or screw driver

  • Provides consistent, secure fin retention

  • Simple installation suitable for all experience levels

  • Durable materials intended for long-term saltwater exposure

Compatibility

Fits fins that use a sliding center fin box with 5mm threaded center fin plates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this require a fin key to install?
No. The enlarged head is designed for firm hand tightening without tools.

Will this fit any longboard center fin?
It fits fins and boards that use a sliding center fin box with a 5mm screw and plate system.

Is the hardware resistant to rust in saltwater?
Yes. The materials are selected for corrosion resistance in marine environments, though rinsing with fresh water after use is recommended.

Can it be used as a replacement for lost center fin screws?
Yes. It is intended as a direct replacement where a 5mm finger-tighten screw and plate are compatible.

Summary

Tool-free 5mm finger tighten center fin screw and plate for surfboards with a sliding center fin box. Corrosion-resistant construction, reusable hardware, and secure fin positioning for longboards and mid-length boards.