Furniture Connector FAQ

Furniture Connectors and Knock Down Fittings joins panels for flat-pack and RTA furniture, giving a strong, tool-light joint with a consistent drilling pattern. Cam-and-dowel systems are the most common.

Cam lock connectors use a round cam disc that rotates to grip a cam bolt, pulling two panels together. With dowels for alignment, they are the standard knock-down joint for flat-pack furniture.

Cross dowels (barrel nuts) are cylindrical nuts that drop into a drilled hole so a connector bolt can thread into them at 90°, forming a strong, re-openable joint common in beds and frames.

Choose between cam lock + dowel systems and bolt + barrel-nut joints based on strength and whether the joint must be re-opened. Match the cam housing diameter and dowel pattern to your panel thickness.

Cam lock + dowel systems, connector bolts with barrel nuts, and minifix fittings are the common choices, selected for joint strength and how often the piece is assembled.

Cam housings are usually bored 15mm or 20mm in diameter for 16–25mm panels, with an 8mm dowel line. Confirm the housing diameter and bolt length against your panel before tooling.

Common materials include Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, Zinc Alloy, Aluminum, Brass, Copper. The right material for furniture connectors and knock down fittings depends on load, corrosion exposure, and target price.

Available finishes include Matte Black, Brushed Nickel, Satin Nickel, Polished Chrome, Satin Chrome, Antique Brass. Finish affects appearance, corrosion resistance, and cost.

Bore the cam housing and dowel holes to the system pattern, press in the dowels, insert the cam bolt, drop the cam, and turn a quarter to half turn to draw the joint tight. Drilling accuracy is what makes the joint flush.

MOQ depends on the item and configuration. Standard items have low MOQs; custom finishes or branding raise it. Send your target volume for an exact quote.

Yes. We support OEM/ODM bulk supply including custom finish, dimensions, packaging, and logo branding. Send your specification for a quote and sample.

Use the quote form on this page with your furniture type, target market, and order volume. Our engineers reply with pricing, samples, and datasheets.