Where socket recesses can fill with debris, 7/8-9 x 7/8 offers an external square head that can be turned without relying on an internal drive.
Typical applications include legacy equipment repairs that need the square-head form called out on older drawings. The five-point structure lets the same square-head size serve locating, bearing, and seating requirements. Point selection should reflect the shaft feature, acceptable marking, and expected service adjustment.
Cold Headers keeps this legacy set screw family practical for maintenance, repair, and production users who still need the square-head form. Review the selected point, wrench clearance, and mating feature before substitution. Cup Point Slotted Headless Set Screws are the related headless option when flush-fitting screwdriver access is preferred.
Technical Highlights
- Head: Square, wrench-driven
- Material: Low Carbon Steel, Case Hardened
- Point Styles: Half Dog, Full Dog, Cone, Oval, Flat (specify at order)
- Thread Size: 7/8-9 (UNC)
- Thread Fit: 2A (per ASME B18.6.2)
- Length: 7/8 in.
- Width Across Flats (F): 0.875 / 0.852 in. (max/min)
- Across Corners (G): 1.237 / 1.170 in. (max/min)
- Head Height (H): 0.678 / 0.635 in. (max/min)
- Dimensional Standard: ASME B18.6.2
Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.
