plaatjesplug

Plaatjesplug is a Dutch term that literally translates to “plate plug.” It is used to describe several different hardware components that share the idea of a plug or fastening element for plate-shaped parts. There is no single standard component known by this name; the meaning depends on context and industry.

In construction and signage, plaatjesplug commonly refers to a wall or furniture anchor used to secure a plate, plaque, sign, or panel to a surface. The assembly typically uses a plastic or metal anchor inserted into a drilled hole, with a screw or bolt passing through the plate and expanding behind the material to create a secure fixation. These are common in mounting nameplates, door signs, or electrical enclosures.

In electronics or industrial plug-and-connect contexts, the term can refer to a connector or terminal intended for plate-like contacts or footprints. This includes pluggable terminal blocks, connectors designed to mate with flat pads, or spring-loaded contacts used in test fixtures or modular assemblies. The exact design varies, but the function is to provide a reliable, removable connection to a flat contact area.

Materials and sizes vary. Typical options include plastic (nylon) anchors or metal inserts, offered in multiple diameters and lengths to suit plate thickness, load, and mounting substrate.

Etymology: Dutch compound of plaatje (plate, sign, small plate) and plug. In practice, the term appears in product catalogs and manuals as a descriptive label rather than a single standardized part.