Value Collection 019251P Low Socket Cap Screw 3/8-16

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 019251P is a low socket cap screw designed for applications where clearance above the fastener head is limited. Sized at 3/8-16 x 3/4 inches with full threading along the shank, this fastener uses a 3/16-inch hex socket drive and conforms to ASME/ANSI B18.8 standards. Constructed from alloy steel with a black oxide finish, it provides solid mechanical strength and moderate corrosion resistance in indoor and light-duty service environments. Licensed tradespeople and maintenance technicians install these screws in machinery, fixtures, and structural assemblies where a standard socket head cap screw would protrude too far for the application.

This low socket cap screw suits residential and commercial mechanical assemblies, machine tool fixtures, tooling plates, and equipment panels. The 3/8-16 UNC coarse thread pattern threads into standard tapped holes and pairs with common 3/16-inch hex keys. Applications include HVAC equipment framing, electrical enclosures, pump housings, and general fabrication work where a flush or near-flush head profile is required.

Key Features

• Low socket cap head profile for use in tight or recessed clearance areas
• Fully threaded 3/8-16 UNC coarse thread along the 3/4-inch length under head
• 3/16-inch hex socket drive compatible with standard hex keys and hex bit drivers
• Alloy steel construction provides high tensile strength for mechanical fastening
• Black oxide finish offers mild corrosion resistance and reduced light reflection
• Meets ASME/ANSI B18.8 fastener standard

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-dimension low socket cap screw for any tapped or through-hole application requiring a 3/8-16 UNC thread and a reduced-height socket cap head per ASME/ANSI B18.8.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed with a 3/16-inch hex key or hex socket bit; ensure the driver is fully seated before applying torque to avoid rounding the socket. Confirm the mating tapped hole is clean, properly sized, and free of debris before threading. For critical structural or pressure-boundary joints, consult applicable mechanical codes and the equipment manufacturer specifications for required clamp load. Black oxide fasteners are not rated for prolonged outdoor or high-humidity exposure without additional corrosion protection.