Value Collection MS16997-22 Hex Socket Cap Screw 6-32

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MS16997-22 is a hex socket cap screw designed for precision fastening applications requiring a compact drive interface and reliable clamping force. This screw features a 6-32 UNC thread with a 3/4 inch length under the head and is fully threaded from head to tip. The 7/64 inch hex drive accepts standard Allen wrenches and hex keys. It is manufactured from 4037 alloy steel with a yellow cadmium plate finish that provides corrosion resistance in moderate-exposure environments. This fastener meets ASME B18.3 standards and is appropriate for use by machinists, maintenance technicians, and assembly professionals working in industrial, mechanical, or electrical enclosure applications.

This screw is suited for light mechanical assemblies, panel mounting, equipment frames, and general fastening tasks where a low-profile socket head and controlled torque are required. The fully threaded shank maximizes thread engagement in thinner materials. Its compact 6-32 UNC thread size makes it a common choice in instrumentation, electrical enclosures, and precision mechanical assemblies where small fasteners are standard.

Key Features

• 6-32 UNC thread for compatibility with standard tapped holes in light mechanical and electrical assemblies
• 3/4 inch length under head with full threading from tip to head for maximum thread engagement
• 7/64 inch hex socket drive for use with standard Allen wrenches or hex keys
• 4037 alloy steel construction provides mechanical strength suitable for load-bearing fastener applications
• Yellow cadmium plate finish offers corrosion resistance in moderate-exposure environments
• Manufactured to ASME B18.3 fastener standard for dimensional and performance consistency

Compatibility

Designed as a standard ASME B18.3 hex socket cap screw for use in any application requiring a 6-32 UNC tapped hole with a 3/4 inch fastener length under head.

Installation Notes

Install using a 7/64 inch hex key or Allen wrench. Ensure the mating tapped hole is clean and free of debris before threading. Do not overtighten, as the alloy steel construction is strong but small-diameter threads can be stripped in softer base materials. Follow applicable assembly standards or engineering specifications for torque requirements specific to your application.