{"product_id":"value-collection-nt-1428-375-ss-set-screw-1-4-28-x-3-8-in-ss","title":"Value Collection NT-1428-375-SS Set Screw 1\/4-28 X 3\/8 in Ss","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Value Collection NT-1428-375-SS is a 1\/4-28 hex-drive set screw with a soft nylon tip, manufactured from grade 18-8 stainless steel. Set screws of this type are used to secure a component — such as a shaft collar, pulley, or knob — against a mating shaft without a protruding head. The nylon tip protects the mating surface from marring or gouging during installation and tightening. At 3\/8 inches in thread length, this screw suits applications where a compact fastener profile is required. The 18-8 stainless construction provides corrosion resistance suitable for wet, outdoor, or chemically exposed environments. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and mechanical assemblers are the typical installers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set screw is suited for light-duty to medium-duty mechanical assemblies across industrial, HVAC, plumbing, and general trade applications. The 1\/4-28 thread is a unified fine (UNF) thread, offering higher thread engagement and better resistance to loosening under vibration compared to coarse-thread equivalents. Typical use cases include shaft-to-hub retention on fan assemblies, motor pulleys, valve handles, and similar rotating or adjustable components where surface protection of the mating part is a priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNylon soft tip protects mating shaft surfaces from damage during tightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrade 18-8 stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in wet or outdoor environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/4-28 UNF thread provides fine-pitch engagement and vibration resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHex drive accepts standard hex keys for controlled torque application\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeadless design sits flush or below the surface for low-profile installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard 1\/4-28 UNF set screw for use in any tapped hole or threaded insert requiring a 1\/4-28 fine-thread fastener with a soft tip point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall using a properly sized hex key or Allen wrench to avoid rounding the drive socket. Ensure the tapped hole is clean and free of debris before threading in the screw. Avoid over-tightening, as excessive force can shear or deform the nylon tip and reduce its surface-protecting function. No power-down requirement applies to purely mechanical fastener installations, but always follow applicable equipment lockout-tagout procedures when working on machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/4-28\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e: UNF\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hex\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soft Tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: Value Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: NT-1428-375-SS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VALUE COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51709620224306,"sku":"NT-1428-375-SS","price":1213.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/3c2560d46a69d9a6d9049cbc4261f843.jpg?v=1788458500","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/value-collection-nt-1428-375-ss-set-screw-1-4-28-x-3-8-in-ss","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}