Value Collection NT-832-250-AS Set Screw 8-32 X 1/4 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION NT-832-250-AS is a Grade 8 alloy steel set screw designed for secure, non-marring fastening applications in light industrial, mechanical, and trade assembly work. It features an 8-32 UNC/UNF thread and a 1/4-inch thread length, with a hex drive socket for reliable torque application. The nylon soft tip point protects delicate mating surfaces from damage during tightening, making it well suited for locking shafts, collars, and adjustment mechanisms where surface finish must be preserved. Machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians are the primary installers of this fastener type.

This set screw is used across a wide range of mechanical and electromechanical assemblies. Typical applications include shaft-to-hub locking on motors, pulleys, and gears, as well as position-locking of sliding components and adjustment screws in equipment panels. The soft nylon tip is especially useful when the mating component is made of a softer metal, a coated surface, or a precision-ground shaft where bite marks or gouging would be unacceptable. Sold individually, with a minimum order quantity of 10 units.

Key Features

• Grade 8 alloy steel construction for high tensile and proof load strength
• Nylon soft tip point prevents marring or scoring of mating shaft surfaces
• Hex socket drive for precise torque application with standard hex keys or Allen wrenches
• 8-32 thread size compatible with UNC and UNF thread standards
• 1/4-inch length suits shallow-engagement fastening applications in tight spaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or stock fastener for mechanical assemblies requiring an 8-32 x 1/4-inch hex socket set screw with a soft nylon tip point.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists, maintenance technicians, or qualified assembly personnel using a properly sized hex key or Allen wrench. Always de-energize and lock out equipment before servicing any rotating or moving assembly that incorporates this fastener. Do not exceed the rated torque range for 8-32 Grade 8 set screws, and verify that the nylon tip is fully seated before applying load. Inspect the tip for wear or deformation during routine maintenance and replace the screw if the tip is damaged.