Value Collection C38161 Machine Screw 10-24 X 3 in Ss 18-8 25pk

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C38161 is a 10-24 x 3-inch pan head Phillips machine screw manufactured from grade 18-8 stainless steel with a bright, uncoated finish. Featuring a unified national coarse (UNC) thread form, this fastener is sized using length-under-head measurement at 3 inches. The pan head profile provides a low-profile, broad bearing surface suitable for general mechanical assemblies. The Phillips drive accepts standard #2 Phillips bits. This package contains 25 screws, making it appropriate for small-batch jobs or service calls where a full box is not needed. Electricians, HVAC technicians, plumbers, and general mechanical tradespeople commonly use fasteners of this type when assembling panels, brackets, equipment enclosures, and access covers.

These machine screws are suited for use in light- to medium-duty mechanical connections where corrosion resistance matters. Grade 18-8 stainless steel performs reliably in damp or humid environments, including mechanical rooms, outdoor enclosures, pool equipment panels, and coastal installations. The 10-24 UNC thread mates with standard tapped holes or hex nuts of the same specification. No washer is included, and no washer is built into the head design. Typical applications include equipment panel assembly, terminal block mounting, and hardware replacement on HVAC, plumbing, or electrical enclosures.

Key Features

• Grade 18-8 stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in humid or wet environments
• 10-24 UNC thread for compatibility with standard tapped holes and matching hex nuts
• 3-inch length under head provides adequate grip for layered panel or bracket assemblies
• Pan head profile offers a broad bearing surface and low-profile seating
• Phillips drive accepts a standard No. 2 Phillips bit, commonly available on any job
• Bright, uncoated finish — no plating to flake or contaminate electrical or mechanical assemblies
• Package of 25 screws suited for service-call quantities without waste

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 10-24 UNC machine screw replacement for use in any application requiring a pan head Phillips fastener with a 3-inch length under head in grade 18-8 stainless steel.

Installation Notes

Install using a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver or matching bit driver. Ensure the mating tapped hole or nut is rated for 10-24 UNC thread before installation. Power down or de-energize any equipment before replacing fasteners on electrical enclosures or control panels, in accordance with applicable NFPA 70 (NEC) lockout/tagout requirements. Do not overtighten stainless steel fasteners into stainless tapped holes, as galling can occur — apply a small amount of anti-seize compound when thread galling is a concern.