Value Collection 33426 Low Socket Cap Screw 3/8-16 X 3/4 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 33426 is a low socket cap screw designed for applications where standard-height cap screw heads create clearance problems. Sized at 3/8-16 thread with a 3/4-inch length measured under the head, this fastener is fully threaded and accepts a 3/16-inch hex key for installation. Manufactured from alloy steel with a black oxide finish, it provides corrosion resistance and reduced light reflection in service environments. This screw conforms to ASME/ANSI B18.8 fastener standards. It ships in a package quantity of 50 pieces, suited for production, MRO, and field service use by mechanics, millwrights, and assemblers working with inch-system hardware.

This low socket cap screw is used where head clearance is limited but a strong, torqueable fastener is still required. Common applications include machinery guards, fixture plates, jig components, and equipment panels where a standard socket cap head would interfere with adjacent features or mating parts. The UNC thread standard makes it compatible with standard inch-system tapped holes at 3/8-16. The black oxide finish is appropriate for indoor mechanical assemblies and tooling environments where mild corrosion protection is acceptable.

Key Features

• Low socket cap head profile reduces clearance requirements compared to standard socket cap screws
• Fully threaded along the entire 3/4-inch shank length under the head
• 3/16-inch hex socket drive compatible with standard hex keys and T-handle drivers
• Alloy steel construction for higher strength than carbon steel equivalents
• Black oxide finish provides mild corrosion resistance and low-glare appearance
• Conforms to ASME/ANSI B18.8 fastener standard for dimensional consistency

Compatibility

Designed for use in standard inch-system tapped holes with a 3/8-16 UNC thread form, conforming to ASME/ANSI B18.8 dimensional requirements for low socket cap screws.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed with a 3/16-inch hex key or socket driver. Verify that the mating tapped hole is clean and free of debris before driving the screw to seat. Apply thread lubricant or thread-locking compound as required by the assembly specification. Black oxide finish offers limited corrosion protection and is not a substitute for a plated or coated fastener in wet or outdoor environments.