Use the 1/4-20 x 3/8 full dog point 18-8 stainless socket set screw when a component must seat in a prepared hole or milled slot. The pilot end locates the part rather than biting or indenting the mating surface.

Common application reviews include outdoor general-service equipment, brackets, and alignment hardware. For maintenance replacement, keep the thread, length, pilot engagement, and hex key size aligned with the existing drawing or service record.

18-8 stainless steel is an 18% chromium and 8% nickel austenitic stainless material referenced to ASTM F880 for general plant environments, moisture exposure, and clean appearance. Cold Headers works with stainless socket products used in maintenance, replacement, and equipment-build applications.

Technical Highlights

• Point Style: Full Dog
• Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
• Thread Size: 1/4-20
• Length: 3/8 in.
• Drive Type: Internal Hex
• Hex Key Size: 1/8 in.
• Dog Point Length (T): ~1/8 in.
• Dog Point Diameter (P): Machined to ASME B18.3 proportions, roughly 5/8 to 3/4 of the nominal thread diameter
• Dimensional Standard: ASME B18.3
• Material Standard: ASTM F880

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