Mounting things to the inside of a cupboard. What do I need to know?

[Tony68000]

I've got a few devices to fit to a cupboard - Router, DC converters, etc.

I've decided to mount everything on DIN Rails to make installation and removal easier and to minimise screw holes. DIN Rails are a few quid each.

I've purchased a couple of these mounting kits. They firstly are designed to fit my Teltonika router, but I can also mount other things to the DIN rail using these. They snap on and off the rail. (£6.41 from Broadband Buyer).

So, now I have to screw the DIN rail to the inside of a cupboard. Can anyone suggest the screw length I can use, or should I attempt to use double sided tape and really keep the impact to a minimum? I don't think my voltage detector will work in this situation, which is what I'd use on a house wall when putting any screws in. I don't want to hit any of the existing cables, and I think there's a few in this area.

 

[Geistguy]

I've done something similar using industrial strength adhesive velcro pads . Hope this link works.

strips.https://www.amazon.co.uk/Double-Adhesive-Removable-Fastener-Rectangle/dp/B07J6MYHQQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?_encoding=UTF8&c=ts&keywords=Tape%2C+Adhesives+%26+Fasteners&qid=1639995577&s=officeproduct&sr=1-5&ts_id=200948031

 

[Two on Tour]

I use 3M Dual Lock low profile to mount all my gubbins.

3M™ Dual Lock™ Clear Sticky Tape Fastener SJ4570 Self Adhesive Pads Low Profile | eBay

SJ4570 can replace conventional fasteners, such. SJ4570 are designed for powder-coated paint. together, the “mushroom heads” interlock with one. fastener is engaged. The Dual Lock low profile. The Dual Lock low profile reclosable fastener.

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There is a heavy duty version.

3M™ Dual Lock™ Fastener SJ3550 Self Adhesive Tape Black Heavy Duty 25.4mm Wide | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 3M™ Dual Lock™ Fastener SJ3550 Self Adhesive Tape Black Heavy Duty 25.4mm Wide at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products.

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[Tony68000]

I've done something similar using industrial strength adhesive velcro pads . Hope this link works.

strips.https://www.amazon.co.uk/Double-Adhesive-Removable-Fastener-Rectangle/dp/B07J6MYHQQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?_encoding=UTF8&c=ts&keywords=Tape%2C+Adhesives+%26+Fasteners&qid=1639995577&s=officeproduct&sr=1-5&ts_id=200948031

Thanks you. Link works and I think this is what I want.. although the next post from Two on Tour with the 'velcro' might be a winner for me.

 

[Tony68000]

I use 3M Dual Lock low profile to mount all my gubbins.

3M™ Dual Lock™ Clear Sticky Tape Fastener SJ4570 Self Adhesive Pads Low Profile | eBay

SJ4570 can replace conventional fasteners, such. SJ4570 are designed for powder-coated paint. together, the “mushroom heads” interlock with one. fastener is engaged. The Dual Lock low profile. The Dual Lock low profile reclosable fastener.

www.ebay.co.uk

There is a heavy duty version.

3M™ Dual Lock™ Fastener SJ3550 Self Adhesive Tape Black Heavy Duty 25.4mm Wide | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 3M™ Dual Lock™ Fastener SJ3550 Self Adhesive Tape Black Heavy Duty 25.4mm Wide at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products.

www.ebay.co.uk

Perfect. Thank you. Best of both worlds. 3M, Velcro and DIN rail. Minimal impact on the van.

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[Diabalo]

If you do use a self adhesive tape fastner be mindfull what you are sticking it to, if it's going on the wall the chances are it will be thin wall papered board, so don't rely on small dots go the whole width of your brackets to spread the load.

 

[Gromett]

Have a look at 3M VHB tape to mount the din rail to the cupboard. This stuff is impressive. Only use it where you will never want to remove it though.

 

[AndyPK]

Have a look at 3M VHB tape to mount the din rail to the cupboard. This stuff is impressive. Only use it where you will never want to remove it though.

Agreed! That’s what I used to attach C-channel to the underside of my wind-out so that I could attach a porch awning……..