Value Collection HCI203102000FT-100BX Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION HCI203102000FT-100BX is a fully threaded hex head cap screw sized 5/16-18 x 2 inches, manufactured from Grade 2 steel with a zinc-plated finish. The unified national coarse (UNC) thread pattern and full threading along the shank provide consistent clamping force across the entire fastened joint. The zinc coating offers a baseline level of corrosion resistance suitable for general indoor and light outdoor applications. This fastener is sold in a minimum order quantity of 100 pieces, making it appropriate for production assembly, maintenance stock, or job-site supply. Licensed tradespeople in mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work routinely use fasteners of this type for equipment mounting, panel attachment, and structural bracketing.

This screw is well suited for light- to medium-duty fastening tasks in residential and commercial settings. Common applications include equipment base mounting, access panel installation, and general mechanical assembly where Grade 2 steel meets the load requirements. The 5/16-18 UNC thread is one of the most widely stocked sizes across trade work, fitting standard hex nuts, locknuts, and tapped holes of the same specification. The fully threaded design is particularly useful in shorter-engagement or through-bolt installations where thread engagement length is critical.

Key Features

• 5/16-18 UNC thread form for broad compatibility with standard hardware
• 2-inch length under head, fully threaded for maximum engagement flexibility
• Grade 2 steel construction suitable for general-purpose mechanical fastening
• Zinc-plated finish provides baseline corrosion resistance
• Inch measurement system, length measured under head
• Sold in 100-piece minimum order quantity for stock and production use

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose inch-series hex head cap screw compatible with standard 5/16-18 UNC hex nuts, flat washers, lock washers, and tapped holes conforming to UNC thread standards.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed with a standard hex wrench or socket set sized for a 5/16-18 fastener. Always ensure the mating thread or nut matches the UNC 5/16-18 specification before driving the fastener. Do not exceed the torque rating for Grade 2 steel fasteners; consult applicable mechanical or equipment specifications for proper torque values. For applications subject to vibration, consider pairing with a locknut or thread-locking compound as required by the relevant installation standard.