Specify 1/4-20 x 1/2 18-8 Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw when thread, length, material, and external hex drive must match an existing bill of materials. In this size range it is treated as a hex head cap screw, with the hex head driven by external tooling rather than an internal socket.
Common application reviews include stainless hardware packages, controls, and mounting plates. For washdown or outdoor general-service use, review the actual environment and avoid assuming 18-8 is appropriate for severe chloride exposure.
18-8 stainless steel is an 18% chromium and 8% nickel austenitic stainless material used for ordinary atmosphere, moisture exposure, washdown, and clean appearance. For production, repair, and distributor sourcing, Cold Headers can help confirm the exact diameter and length before quoting.
Technical Highlights
- Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
- Thread Size: 1/4-20
- Length: 1/2 in.
- Head Style: Hex
- Drive: External Hex (wrench or socket driven)
- Width Across Flats: 0.736-0.750 in.
- Wrench Size: 3/4 in.
- Head Height: 0.302-0.323 in.
- Dimensional Standard: ASME B18.2.1
- Material Standard: ASTM F593
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