
3/8-24 x 1 combines an alloy steel socket set screw body with a nylon tip for applications where the contact surface matters as much as the thread and length.
Typical uses include robotics joints on finished shafts, compact pivots, and controlled-contact positioning details. The soft tip concentrates contact at the end of the screw while avoiding the harsher bite of an untreated alloy point. Nylon is the softer contact choice for delicate finishes and repeated adjustment.
Cold Headers is a useful source when the drawing calls for a less common tipped set screw length or fine-thread alloy body. For thread locking rather than surface protection, Alloy Set Screws with Nylon Insert solve a different job than nylon or brass tip screws.
Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.