Value Collection 88546692 Hex Socket Cap Screw 1/4-20 Unc

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 88546692 is a hex socket cap screw designed for secure mechanical fastening in industrial and trade applications. Threaded to the 1/4-20 UNC standard with a 1-1/2 inch length under head, this screw is partially threaded to provide a strong clamp load at the joint. The 3/16 inch hex drive socket head requires a standard hex key or Allen driver. Constructed from alloy steel with a black oxide finish, the fastener offers improved corrosion resistance and reduced light glare in service environments. Each package contains 13 screws. Licensed mechanical tradespeople, millwrights, and HVAC technicians commonly use socket cap screws for equipment panel assembly and structural fastening tasks.

This fastener is suited for general mechanical assembly, equipment mounting, and structural fastening in residential and commercial trade settings. The 1/4-20 UNC thread form is one of the most common unified coarse-thread sizes in North American trade, compatible with standard tapped holes and threaded inserts of the same specification. Partial threading allows the shank to act as a close-tolerance alignment feature in clearance holes. The black oxide alloy steel construction makes this screw appropriate for indoor and controlled-environment applications where moderate corrosion resistance is needed.

Key Features

• 1/4-20 UNC thread size for compatibility with standard unified coarse-thread tapped holes
• 1-1/2 inch length under head provides adequate grip for common panel and bracket thicknesses
• Partially threaded shank improves alignment and clamping performance at the joint
• 3/16 inch hex socket drive for use with standard Allen keys and hex bit drivers
• Alloy steel construction delivers higher tensile strength compared to standard carbon steel
• Black oxide finish reduces surface corrosion and minimizes light reflection

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 1/4-20 UNC hex socket cap screw suitable for use in any application requiring a partially threaded alloy steel fastener with a 3/16 inch hex drive in this thread size and length.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a 3/16 inch hex key or compatible Allen bit driver. Ensure the mating tapped hole is clean and free of debris before threading. Apply appropriate thread lubricant or thread-locking compound per the equipment manufacturer's specifications. Do not exceed the rated torque for the 1/4-20 thread size and fastener grade to avoid stripping or fastener failure.