Cold Headers
Cold Headers
5514 N. Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
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18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screws

18-8 stainless steel low head socket cap screws are precision threaded fasteners featuring a reduced-height cylindrical head and an internal hex drive for applications with limited overhead clearance. The low-profile head allows installation where a standard socket head cap screw may not provide sufficient clearance while maintaining the convenience of an internal hex drive for installation and removal.

Manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel, these low head socket cap screws provide general corrosion resistance for many industrial environments exposed to moisture, humidity, or routine washdown. They are commonly specified for machinery, automation equipment, robotics, instrumentation, electronic equipment, industrial enclosures, conveyors, maintenance repairs, and OEM manufacturing where both corrosion resistance and reduced head height are important design considerations.

Proper fastener selection should consider thread size, screw length, body diameter, head diameter, reduced head height, hex socket size, mating-thread engagement, installation clearance, and service environment. Individual product pages provide verified engineering dimensions to assist engineers and purchasing professionals in selecting the appropriate fastener.

Low head socket cap screws should be selected when reduced head height is required by the application. Final fastener selection should consider the mechanical requirements of the assembly and available installation clearance.

Cold Headers supplies 18-8 stainless steel low head socket cap screws in a broad range of inch thread sizes and lengths, including standard, uncommon, and difficult-to-source configurations. Our catalog is organized to simplify exact-size sourcing while providing consistent engineering information across every product family.

Why Choose 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screws?

  • Reduced head height: Designed for applications with limited overhead clearance.
  • Internal hex drive: Allows installation using standard hex keys or hex bits.
  • 18-8 stainless steel: Provides general corrosion resistance for many industrial environments.
  • Wide industrial use: Commonly used in machinery, automation equipment, robotics, instrumentation, enclosures, and OEM assemblies.
  • Verified engineering dimensions: Product pages provide thread size, screw length, body diameter, head diameter, head height, and hex socket size where available.

Selecting the Correct Low Head Socket Cap Screw

Begin by confirming the required thread size and screw length. Review the reduced head height, body diameter, head diameter, hex socket size, installation clearance, mating-thread engagement, and operating environment before selecting a fastener. Low head socket cap screws should not be substituted automatically for standard socket head cap screws when application requirements differ.

Cold Headers Inc. has supplied specialty industrial socket fasteners since 1962. Our catalog helps engineers, distributors, maintenance professionals, and purchasing teams locate exact sizes, uncommon lengths, and difficult-to-find low head socket cap screws without unsupported inventory claims.

Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.

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6-32 x 1/4 LHSC 18-8
6-32 x 1/4 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw
List Price (per 100 pieces) $25.00
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6-32 x 5/16 LHSC 18-8
6-32 x 5/16 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw
List Price (per 100 pieces) $27.00
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6-32 x 3/8 LHSC 18-8
6-32 x 3/8 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw
List Price (per 100 pieces) $28.00
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6-32 x 1/2 LHSC 18-8
6-32 x 1/2 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw
List Price (per 100 pieces) $32.00
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6-32 x 5/8 LHSC 18-8
6-32 x 5/8 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw
List Price (per 100 pieces) $34.00
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6-32 x 1/4 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw is selected when a stainless socket fastener must fit where a taller head would interfere with nearby machine components.

The 18-8 stainless steel material is commonly chosen for general corrosion resistance, clean appearance, and routine moisture exposure in common industrial environments.

The low head geometry gives this 6-32 x 1/4 fastener a reduced profile for machine guards and access panels, where the reduced head profile helps prevent interference around removable covers and moving components. It may also be specified for inspection fixtures and tooling plates, where a reduced head height can help maintain clearance around clamps, slides, locating features, and tooling details.

Use the verified dimensions below to compare nominal body diameter, head diameter, head height, hex socket size, and key engagement against the available space in the assembly.

Cold Headers supports buyers looking for exact-size socket fasteners, uncommon lengths, and specialty low head products for maintenance and production needs.

Technical Highlights

  • Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
  • Thread Size: 6-32
  • Length: 1/4 in.
  • Nominal Body Diameter: 0.1380 in.
  • Head Diameter: 0.221-0.226 in.
  • Head Height: 0.066-0.069 in.
  • Hex Socket Size: 0.0625 in.
  • Minimum Key Engagement: 0.050 in.
  • Drive Type: Internal Hex

Reference dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer.

Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.

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6-32 x 5/16 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw provides a reduced-head socket-drive option for assemblies that need stainless construction and controlled head projection.

The low head geometry gives this 6-32 x 5/16 fastener a reduced profile for robotics and automation equipment, where compact socket-head geometry supports tight machine envelopes and serviceable internal-hex installation. It may also be specified for conveyor systems and packaging equipment, where lower head projection can reduce snag points while still providing socket-drive access for maintenance.

18-8 stainless steel is a general-purpose stainless choice for indoor equipment, many outdoor installations, and assemblies where a clean appearance is important.

Cold Headers has supplied specialty socket fasteners since 1962, helping purchasing teams source exact sizes for industrial maintenance and production work.

Use the verified dimensions below to compare nominal body diameter, head diameter, head height, hex socket size, and key engagement against the available space in the assembly.

Technical Highlights

  • Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
  • Thread Size: 6-32
  • Length: 5/16 in.
  • Nominal Body Diameter: 0.1380 in.
  • Head Diameter: 0.221-0.226 in.
  • Head Height: 0.066-0.069 in.
  • Hex Socket Size: 0.0625 in.
  • Minimum Key Engagement: 0.050 in.
  • Drive Type: Internal Hex

Reference dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer.

Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.

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6-32 x 3/8 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw is built for compact fastening locations where thread engagement, length selection, and head clearance all matter.

Cold Headers focuses on specialty socket products, difficult-to-find sizes, and practical sourcing support for MRO, automation, and repair operations.

The low head geometry gives this 6-32 x 3/8 fastener a reduced profile for electrical enclosures and control panels, where the low head design helps keep hardware projection controlled on exposed or space-limited surfaces. It may also be specified for instrumentation and precision machinery, where the clean stainless appearance and compact head style support equipment where clearance and access both matter.

The material provides everyday corrosion resistance for production equipment, commercial hardware, and maintenance work without overstating the application.

Use the verified dimensions below to compare nominal body diameter, head diameter, head height, hex socket size, and key engagement against the available space in the assembly.

Technical Highlights

  • Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
  • Thread Size: 6-32
  • Length: 3/8 in.
  • Nominal Body Diameter: 0.1380 in.
  • Head Diameter: 0.221-0.226 in.
  • Head Height: 0.066-0.069 in.
  • Hex Socket Size: 0.0625 in.
  • Minimum Key Engagement: 0.050 in.
  • Drive Type: Internal Hex

Reference dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer.

Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.

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6-32 x 1/2 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw gives engineers an 18-8 stainless low head socket cap screw for equipment designs with limited overhead clearance.

For many plant, automation, and packaging environments, 18-8 stainless steel offers a practical balance of corrosion resistance and broad industrial usability.

For engineering departments and industrial buyers, Cold Headers helps identify low head socket screw sizes that fit specific clearance and assembly requirements.

The low head geometry gives this 6-32 x 1/2 fastener a reduced profile for inspection fixtures and tooling plates, where a reduced head height can help maintain clearance around clamps, slides, locating features, and tooling details. It may also be specified for MRO repair operations and production equipment, where the exact thread and length help maintenance teams match fasteners used in tight industrial assemblies.

Use the verified dimensions below to compare nominal body diameter, head diameter, head height, hex socket size, and key engagement against the available space in the assembly.

Technical Highlights

  • Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
  • Thread Size: 6-32
  • Length: 1/2 in.
  • Nominal Body Diameter: 0.1380 in.
  • Head Diameter: 0.221-0.226 in.
  • Head Height: 0.066-0.069 in.
  • Hex Socket Size: 0.0625 in.
  • Minimum Key Engagement: 0.050 in.
  • Drive Type: Internal Hex

Reference dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer.

Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.

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6-32 x 5/8 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw is useful where the fastener head must remain lower than a standard socket head while retaining internal-hex drive access.

The stainless construction is appropriate for general-service equipment where moisture resistance and a clean surface are useful selection factors.

The low head geometry gives this 6-32 x 5/8 fastener a reduced profile for conveyor systems and packaging equipment, where lower head projection can reduce snag points while still providing socket-drive access for maintenance. It may also be specified for compact equipment housings and panel assemblies, where internal wrenching keeps the drive feature inside the head when external wrench clearance is limited.

Use the verified dimensions below to compare nominal body diameter, head diameter, head height, hex socket size, and key engagement against the available space in the assembly.

Cold Headers serves machine builders, repair operations, and industrial distributors that need exact-size socket screws without exaggerated inventory claims.

Technical Highlights

  • Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
  • Thread Size: 6-32
  • Length: 5/8 in.
  • Nominal Body Diameter: 0.1380 in.
  • Head Diameter: 0.221-0.226 in.
  • Head Height: 0.066-0.069 in.
  • Hex Socket Size: 0.0625 in.
  • Minimum Key Engagement: 0.050 in.
  • Drive Type: Internal Hex

Reference dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer.

Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.
Brands N/A Cold Headers, Inc.
Diameter N/A 6-32
Length N/A 1/4 in N/A 5/16 in N/A 3/8 in N/A 1/2 in N/A 5/8 in
Material N/A 18-8 Stainless Steel
Quantity N/A 100
Package Type N/A Box
Nominal Size N/A
Basic Screw Diameter N/A 0.1380 in
Maximum Head Diameter N/A 0.226 in
Minimum Head Diameter N/A 0.221 in
Maximum Head Height N/A 0.069 in
Minimum Head Height N/A 0.066 in
Hex Socket Size N/A 1/16 in
Minimum Key Engagement N/A 0.050 in
Note N/A Less Than Package Quantity Specified Plus 25%.