Value Collection MS16997-60 Hex Socket Cap Screw 1/4-20

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MS16997-60 is a hex socket cap screw designed for general industrial and mechanical fastening applications. It features a 1/4-20 UNC thread form and a 3/4-inch length under head with full threading along the entire shank. The drive is a 3/16-inch hex socket, requiring an Allen key or hex bit driver for installation. Manufactured from 4037 alloy steel with a yellow cadmium-plate finish, this fastener meets ASME B18.3 dimensional standards. It is suited for applications where a recessed-drive, high-strength fastener is needed in a compact form factor.

This screw is appropriate for use in machinery assembly, equipment maintenance, and structural fastening tasks where a flush or low-profile head is required. The yellow cadmium coating provides corrosion resistance in environments exposed to moderate moisture or chemicals. Its fully threaded shank makes it well suited for threading into tapped holes or use with a nut across the full grip length. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and mechanical contractors typically install this type of fastener.

Key Features

• 1/4-20 UNC thread size for wide compatibility with standard tapped holes and hardware
• Fully threaded shank provides maximum thread engagement along the entire 3/4-inch length under head
• 3/16-inch hex socket drive for use with standard Allen keys or hex bit drivers
• 4037 alloy steel construction for strength in demanding mechanical applications
• Yellow cadmium-plate finish provides corrosion and chemical resistance
• Conforms to ASME B18.3 fastener standard for dimensional consistency

Compatibility

Designed as a standard ASME B18.3 hex socket cap screw for use in any application requiring a 1/4-20 UNC fully threaded fastener with a 3/16-inch hex drive.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed with a 3/16-inch hex key or hex bit driver. Ensure the receiving tapped hole is clean and free of debris before threading. Apply appropriate thread lubricant or anti-seize compound if cadmium coating alone is insufficient for the service environment. Always follow applicable torque guidelines from your engineering documentation or applicable standards for 1/4-20 alloy steel fasteners.