Value Collection 86853488 Hex Cap Screw 1/2-13x2 in Grade 8

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 86853488 is a 1/2-13 x 2-inch hex head cap screw manufactured from Grade 8 steel with a zinc-plated finish. Grade 8 is the highest commonly specified inch-series bolt grade, making this fastener suitable for high-strength structural and mechanical assemblies. The thread pattern is UNC (Unified National Coarse) at 13 threads per inch, and the shank is partially threaded with the 2-inch length measured under the head. Licensed tradespeople and maintenance technicians working in industrial, commercial, and heavy-equipment applications install these fasteners where a standard Grade 5 bolt would be undersized for the load.

This cap screw is appropriate for bolted connections in steel fabrication, mechanical equipment mounting, HVAC structural frames, electrical enclosure mounting, and general trade maintenance where high-strength, corrosion-resistant hardware is required. The zinc plating provides a baseline level of corrosion resistance suitable for indoor and light outdoor environments. Each package contains 10 pieces, and the minimum order quantity is 1 package.

Key Features

• Grade 8 steel construction for high-tensile-strength bolted connections
• 1/2-13 UNC thread — coarse pitch for fast engagement and resistance to cross-threading
• Partially threaded shank maintains shear strength through the unthreaded grip zone
• Zinc-plated finish provides corrosion resistance in general indoor and light-duty outdoor service
• 2-inch length measured under the head for consistent grip-length specification
• Sold in a 10-piece package with a minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed as a standard inch-series hex head cap screw compatible with any 1/2-13 UNC threaded hole or nut conforming to ASME B18.2.1 dimensional standards.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by mechanics, millwrights, or trade technicians using a standard 3/4-inch wrench or socket. Torque to the value specified by the equipment manufacturer or structural engineer for Grade 8 fasteners at this diameter — do not substitute a torque value not sourced from the applicable specification. Ensure mating threads are clean and free of debris before installation. Do not use impact tools at full power during final tightening unless the joint design specifically allows it.