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For drawings calling out 5/16-24 x 6, this 18-8 stainless hex head fastener supports assemblies where top-drive clearance is not required. In this size range it is treated as a hex head cap screw, with the hex head driven by external tooling rather than an internal socket.

Common application reviews include industrial equipment, exposed assemblies, and wrench-access locations. For washdown or outdoor general-service use, review the actual environment and avoid assuming 18-8 is appropriate for severe chloride exposure.

18-8 stainless steel is an 18% chromium and 8% nickel austenitic stainless material used for ordinary atmosphere, moisture exposure, washdown, and clean appearance. Cold Headers serves maintenance and production needs where exact-size stainless hardware matters more than generic substitution.

Technical Highlights

  • Material: 18-8 Stainless Steel
  • Thread Size: 5/16-24
  • Length: 6 in.
  • Head Style: Hex
  • Drive: External Hex (wrench or socket driven)
  • Width Across Flats: 0.244-0.250 in.
  • Wrench Size: 1/4 in.
  • Head Height: 0.080-0.093 in.
  • Dimensional Standard: ASME B18.2.1
  • Material Standard: ASTM F593

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Unit of Measure

Specifications

Brands

 N/A Cold Headers, Inc.

Diameter

 N/A 5/16-24

Length

 N/A 6 in

Maximum Width Across the Flats

 N/A 0.250 in

Minimum Width Across the Flats

 N/A 0.244 in

Minimum Width Across Corners

 N/A 0.272 in

Maximum Head Height

 N/A 0.093 in

Minimum Head Height

 N/A 0.080 in

Material

 N/A 18-8 Stainless Steel

Quantity

 N/A 50

Package Type

 N/A Box

Search

 N/A SSHHCMS.5/16-24.6

Note

Note

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