{"product_id":"value-collection-208940-hex-head-cap-screw-3-8-16-2-1-2-in-ss","title":"Value Collection 208940 Hex Head Cap Screw 3\/8-16 2-1\/2 in Ss","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VALUE COLLECTION 208940 is a 3\/8-16 hex head cap screw measuring 2-1\/2 inches under the head, manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel. The 18-8 grade alloy provides corrosion resistance suitable for both indoor and outdoor fastening applications in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general mechanical assembly work. The 9\/16-inch hex drive is compatible with standard combination wrenches and sockets. The Unified National Coarse (UNC) thread form is the most common inch-series thread standard used across North American trade applications. This fastener is sold individually but carries a minimum order quantity of 10 units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hex head cap screw is appropriate for general structural and mechanical fastening tasks encountered by HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, and maintenance professionals. Its stainless steel construction makes it a practical choice in environments with moisture exposure, such as mechanical rooms, rooftop equipment installations, condensate areas, and outdoor enclosures where carbon steel fasteners would be prone to rust and seizure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e18-8 stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in wet or outdoor environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3\/8-16 UNC thread — the most widely used coarse-thread inch-series standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-1\/2 inch length under head suits medium-depth fastening applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e9\/16-inch hex drive compatible with standard wrenches and impact sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInch measurement system for use with standard North American tooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard inch-series UNC hex head cap screw suitable for general mechanical and structural fastening applications across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and equipment maintenance trades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation does not require specialized tools beyond a 9\/16-inch wrench or socket. Stainless steel fasteners are susceptible to galling during installation — apply an anti-seize compound when threading into stainless or aluminum to prevent thread damage. Avoid over-torquing, as 18-8 stainless has lower tensile strength than alloy steel grades. Follow applicable mechanical codes for the specific equipment or structure being fastened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8-16\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength Under Head\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHex Drive Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9\/16 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e: UNC (Unified National Coarse)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement System\u003c\/strong\u003e: Inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.01 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Order Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: VALUE COLLECTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 208940\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VALUE COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51699222675762,"sku":"208940","price":78.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/37a2aa794903b8749063708aff3ce071.jpg?v=1788373729","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/value-collection-208940-hex-head-cap-screw-3-8-16-2-1-2-in-ss","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}