For drawings calling out a nylon insert socket cap screw, the 5-40 x 2 1960 Series Alloy Steel Socket Head Cap Screw with Nylon Insert provides exact thread-and-length identification. Its nylon insert creates a frictional locking action in the threaded joint while preserving top-side internal hex drive access for installation.

Common uses include maintenance repairs, replacement assemblies, and retrofit work, where a precise socket head fastener with added loosening resistance can simplify maintenance and replacement planning. Engineers should confirm that the selected size, nylon insert position, and mating threads suit the assembly before substituting from a standard socket cap screw.

Cold Headers has supplied specialty socket fasteners since 1962 and supports exact-size sourcing for difficult-to-find socket products.

Technical Highlights

• Series: 1960 Series
• Material: Alloy Steel
• Thread Size: 5-40
• Length: 2 in.
• Drive Type: Internal Hex
• Locking Feature: Nylon insert providing prevailing torque
• Nylon Insert Diameter (P): 1/16 in.
• Nylon Insert Location (N): 7/64 in. +/- 1/2 pitch

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