6-32 x 1/4 18-8 Stainless Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw is selected when a stainless socket fastener must fit where a taller head would interfere with nearby machine components.

The 18-8 stainless steel material is commonly chosen for general corrosion resistance, clean appearance, and routine moisture exposure in common industrial environments.

The low head geometry gives this 6-32 x 1/4 fastener a reduced profile for machine guards and access panels, where the reduced head profile helps prevent interference around removable covers and moving components. It may also be specified for inspection fixtures and tooling plates, where a reduced head height can help maintain clearance around clamps, slides, locating features, and tooling details.

Use the verified dimensions below to compare nominal body diameter, head diameter, head height, hex socket size, and key engagement against the available space in the assembly.

Cold Headers supports buyers looking for exact-size socket fasteners, uncommon lengths, and specialty low head products for maintenance and production needs.

Technical Highlights

  • Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
  • Thread Size: 6-32
  • Length: 1/4 in.
  • Nominal Body Diameter: 0.1380 in.
  • Head Diameter: 0.221-0.226 in.
  • Head Height: 0.066-0.069 in.
  • Hex Socket Size: 0.0625 in.
  • Minimum Key Engagement: 0.050 in.
  • Drive Type: Internal Hex

Reference dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer.

Call 773-775-7900 or email Sales@coldheaders.com for pricing, availability, or a quote.

Unit of Measure

Specifications

Brands

N/A Cold Headers, Inc.

Diameter

N/A 6-32

Length

N/A 1/4 in

Material

N/A 18-8 Stainless Steel

Quantity

N/A 100

Package Type

N/A Box

Basic Screw Diameter

N/A 0.1380 in

Maximum Head Diameter

N/A 0.226 in

Minimum Head Diameter

N/A 0.221 in

Maximum Head Height

N/A 0.069 in

Minimum Head Height

N/A 0.066 in

Hex Socket Size

N/A 1/16 in

Minimum Key Engagement

N/A 0.050 in

Search

N/A SSLHSCS.6-32.1/4

Note

Note

N/A Less Than Package Quantity Specified Plus 25%.