1/4-28 x 1 Alloy Steel Low Head Socket Cap Screw helps engineers keep a compact profile in assemblies where overhead clearance is limited. The internal hex drive keeps tool engagement within the head, which is useful when machinery leaves limited overhead or side clearance.
Engineers often specify this configuration for fixture construction and precision tooling, where the lower profile can reduce interference with clamps, slides, or locating features. The same low-head geometry works in maintenance work and machinery repair, where the exact size helps buyers match drawings, repair lists, and installed hardware. Internal hex drive engagement keeps the wrenching feature within the head, supporting compact installation and service access.
The reduced head height is intended for clearance-sensitive assemblies where a taller fastener head could interfere with covers, guards, slides, or adjacent machine components.
Technical Highlights
- Material: Alloy Steel
- Thread Size: 1/4-28
- Length: 1 in.
- Basic Diameter: 0.250 in.
- Head Diameter: 0.369-0.375 in.
- Head Height: 0.121-0.127 in.
- Hex Socket Size: 1/8 in.
- Minimum Key Engagement: 0.094 in.
- Drive Type: Internal Hex
Reference dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer.
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