Value Collection 208940B Hex Head Cap Screw 3/8-16 2.5in Ss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 208940B is a 3/8-16 x 2-1/2 inch hex head cap screw manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel. It features a Unified National Coarse (UNC) thread form and a 9/16 inch hex drive head. The 18-8 grade stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance suitable for wet, humid, and mildly chemical-exposure environments. This fastener is installed by HVAC technicians, plumbers, pipefitters, electricians, and general maintenance professionals wherever a corrosion-resistant threaded fastener is required. Length is measured under the head at 2-1/2 inches.

This cap screw is suited for mechanical assemblies, equipment mounting, pipe supports, electrical enclosures, and structural connections in both residential and commercial applications. Its stainless steel construction makes it a practical choice for outdoor installations, rooftop HVAC equipment, pool mechanical rooms, and other environments with elevated moisture exposure where carbon steel fasteners would be prone to rust and seizing.

Key Features

• 18-8 stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in wet and humid environments
• 3/8-16 UNC thread form for broad hardware and equipment compatibility
• 2-1/2 inch length under head for medium-depth fastening applications
• 9/16 inch hex head drive compatible with standard wrenches and sockets
• Inch measurement system with standard UNC thread standard

Compatibility

Designed as a standard UNC inch-series hex head cap screw for general mechanical, structural, and equipment assembly applications requiring an 18-8 stainless steel fastener in 3/8-16 thread size.

Installation Notes

Install using a 9/16 inch open-end, box, or socket wrench. De-energize and lock out any equipment before fastening or removing hardware on electrical or mechanical assemblies per NFPA 70E and applicable OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Apply anti-seize compound when fastening stainless steel threads into stainless or aluminum to prevent galling. Do not overtighten stainless steel fasteners, as the material is susceptible to thread galling under excessive torque.