Value Collection 605283PR Set Screw 5/16-24 X 3/8 in Oval Point

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 605283PR is a 5/16-24 UNF oval point set screw manufactured from Grade 8 alloy steel. Set screws are headless fasteners that thread fully into a tapped hole and bear against a shaft or mating surface to resist rotation or axial movement. This screw measures 3/8 inches in overall length and is driven with a 5/32-inch hex key. The oval point geometry provides a concentrated contact area that minimizes surface damage on softer shafts while maintaining strong holding force. It conforms to ASME/ANSI B18.3 and ASTM F912 standards. Maintenance technicians, machinists, and millwrights install these fasteners in mechanical assemblies across a wide range of industrial and trade applications.

Oval point set screws of this thread size and length are commonly used in shaft collars, pulleys, sprockets, gear hubs, and similar rotary components where the fastener must secure a part to a shaft without protruding. The 5/16-24 UNF thread offers finer thread engagement than coarse-thread equivalents, making it suitable for applications that require precise clamping force adjustment or are subject to vibration. This fastener is appropriate for light to medium industrial assemblies in HVAC equipment, pump drives, blower assemblies, and general mechanical maintenance work.

Key Features

• Oval point tip concentrates clamping load and reduces shaft marring compared to cup or flat point styles
• Grade 8 alloy steel provides high tensile and torsional strength for demanding mechanical assemblies
• 5/16-24 UNF fine thread for precise torque control and improved vibration resistance
• 3/8-inch overall length suits standard shaft collar and hub configurations
• 5/32-inch internal hex drive compatible with standard Allen keys and hex bit drivers
• Meets ASME/ANSI B18.3 and ASTM F912 fastener standards

Compatibility

Designed as a standard replacement or stock fastener for any assembly requiring a 5/16-24 UNF threaded set screw with an oval point and 5/32-inch hex drive, conforming to ASME/ANSI B18.3 and ASTM F912.

Installation Notes

Set screws of this type are installed by licensed millwrights, maintenance technicians, or qualified mechanics using a properly sized 5/32-inch hex key or Allen driver. Ensure the tapped receiving hole is clean and free of debris before installation. De-energize and lock out any rotating equipment before servicing shaft-mounted components. Do not overtighten beyond the torque capacity of the alloy steel fastener or the receiving material.