Description
The KNAPP® Plastic Dowel is a high-strength, weather-resistant connector manufactured from premium polyacetal (POM), providing a durable alternative to traditional timber dowels. Designed for professional woodworking, furniture manufacturing and automated production, its unique groove design delivers superior glue distribution, immediate holding power and reliable long-term performance in both indoor and outdoor applications.
Weather and UV resistant POM construction
Self-tightening design for secure positioning
Optimised glue distribution for stronger joints
Suitable for automated dowel insertion
More consistent than traditional hardwood dowels
Furniture manufacturing
Windows and doors
Cabinetry and joinery
Architectural millwork and shopfitting
Manufactured from weather-resistant Polyacetal (POM)
Available in 6 mm and 8 mm diameters
Longitudinal grooves improve adhesive distribution
Transverse grooves increase holding strength
Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications
Solid timber and engineered wood products
Case goods and furniture production
Shopfitting and architectural joinery
Window and door manufacturing
Compatible with automated production lines
Drill using a dowelling jig or dowel joiner
Insert by hand or automated insertion machine
Can be installed dry or with adhesive
For maximum strength, use KNAPP®-ADHESIVE PU+
KNAPP® Plastic Dowels
Diameter 6 mm or 8 mm (model dependent)
Material Weather-resistant Polyacetal (POM)
Compatible with GANNOMAT Selektra dowel inserters
Recommended adhesive KNAPP®-ADHESIVE PU+
Suitable for manual and automated assembly
Designed for professional woodworking applications