The 10-32 x 1/2 size in 18-8 stainless is suited to hex-head fastening where frames, brackets, or guards need serviceable external drive access. In this size range it is treated as a hex head machine screw, with the hex head driven by external tooling rather than an internal socket.
Common application reviews include washdown areas, clean-looking assemblies, and general plant environments. External hex drive is useful when a wrench or socket can reach the head from the side and a counterbore would add unnecessary machining.
18-8 stainless steel is an 18% chromium and 8% nickel austenitic stainless material used for ordinary atmosphere, moisture exposure, washdown, and clean appearance. Cold Headers has supplied specialty fasteners since 1962 and supports exact-size sourcing for hard-to-find industrial hardware.
Technical Highlights
- Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
- Thread Size: 10-32
- 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.
Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.
