10-32 x 1/4 Knurled Point 18-8 Stainless Steel Socket Set Screw is a stainless internal-hex set screw for parts that rely on knurled cup point engagement.
Instead of presenting a smooth cup edge, the knurled point creates small teeth at the contact ring so the fastener can resist vibration-driven movement in the right mating material.
The 18-8 stainless construction can be appropriate for instrumentation, packaging equipment, enclosures, and outdoor general-service hardware when the environment and load are compatible with the specified material.
Use cases for 10-32 x 1/4 include production equipment where the screw must sit fully inside the tapped component and gear hubs, pulleys, sprockets, and compact stops where a headless internal-hex screw keeps the component exterior clear.
For 10-32, UNF has 32 threads per inch; check the 1/4 in. length against tapped depth and point location. Use the thread designation and length together when matching prints, service records, or prior purchase history. Cold Headers helps quote specialty stainless socket products by exact thread, length, material, and point style.
