Value Collection R38124466 Hex Head Cap Screw M3 X 0.50

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R38124466 is a metric hex head cap screw designed for general mechanical assembly applications requiring corrosion-resistant fasteners. Manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel with no surface coating, this screw measures M3 x 0.50 thread pitch with an 8 mm length under the head and is fully threaded along its entire shank. The 5.5 mm hex drive accepts a standard metric hex wrench or socket for installation and removal. At 0.0014 pounds per unit, it is a lightweight fastener suited for precision assemblies, instrumentation panels, and light structural connections where stainless material is required for corrosion resistance or aesthetic reasons.

This fastener is appropriate for use in HVAC control enclosures, electrical panel fabrication, plumbing fixture assembly, pump housings, and general trade equipment where a small-diameter metric screw is called for. The M3 thread size is common in compact mechanical and electromechanical assemblies. Fully threaded construction maximizes thread engagement across the full grip length, which is advantageous in thin-material or close-tolerance applications. Installation is typically performed by technicians and assemblers working on metric-standard equipment.

Key Features

• 18-8 stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance without surface coating
• Fully threaded shank for maximum thread engagement along the entire 8 mm length under head
• M3 x 0.50 metric thread conforms to standard metric thread specifications
• 5.5 mm hex key drive for use with standard metric wrenches or sockets
• Uncoated finish — no risk of coating flaking or outgassing in sensitive environments

Compatibility

Designed as a standard metric M3 x 0.50 hex head cap screw for use in any application requiring an 18-8 stainless steel fully threaded fastener of this thread size and grip length.

Installation Notes

Power down or de-energize any equipment before fastener installation or removal in electrical or control enclosure applications. Use a correctly sized 5.5 mm hex wrench or socket to avoid rounding the drive head. Follow applicable torque guidelines for M3 stainless fasteners per the equipment manufacturer's documentation. Do not mix stainless steel fasteners with dissimilar metals in environments where galvanic corrosion is a concern.