M16-2.0 x 12 18-8 Stainless Steel Metric Socket Head Cap Screw is used where metric socket screws need a corrosion-resistant stainless material in general service. The verified head and socket dimensions help confirm counterbore fit before substituting another metric screw. For chloride, salt-spray, or marine-adjacent service beyond 18-8's comfort zone, a 316 stainless metric request can be quoted separately.

Metric control enclosures and instrument housings use socket head fasteners where internal hex access is preferred.

Review the metric thread, length, head diameter, head height, socket size, and key engagement before substituting another screw. Cold Headers can help confirm the exact metric length and stainless family when replacement records are incomplete.

Technical Highlights

• Head Style: Cylindrical socket head, internal hex drive
• Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
• Thread Size: M16-2.0 (coarse metric pitch)
• Length: 12 mm
• Head Diameter: 24.00 / 23.48 mm (max/min)
• Head Height: 16.00 / 15.73 mm (max/min)
• Hex Key Size: 14.0 mm
• Minimum Key Engagement: 8.8 mm
• Dimensional Standard: ISO 4762 / DIN 912

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