Value Collection R40682232 Hex Socket Cap Screw 3/8-16

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R40682232 is a hex socket cap screw designed for fastening applications that require a recessed drive and a clean, low-profile head. This screw features a 3/8-16 UNC thread and measures 2-3/4 inches in length under the head, making it suited for medium-duty clamping and assembly work. The 5/16-inch hex drive accepts a standard Allen key or hex bit driver. Constructed from 18-8 stainless steel, the fastener offers good corrosion resistance for use in wet, humid, or mildly corrosive environments. Licensed trades and general contractors use these in equipment mounting, panel assembly, and structural fastening tasks.

This hex socket cap screw is commonly used in industrial, commercial, and mechanical assembly settings where a flush or recessed fastener is preferred over an external hex head. The 3/8-16 UNC coarse thread engages quickly during installation and holds well in metal, fiberglass, and other tapped materials. The 18-8 stainless steel construction makes it a practical choice for outdoor enclosures, food-grade equipment frames, HVAC brackets, and plumbing support structures where standard carbon steel fasteners would corrode.

Key Features

• 3/8-16 UNC coarse thread for fast engagement in tapped metal and structural components
• 2-3/4 inch length under head accommodates moderate material stack heights
• 5/16-inch hex socket drive compatible with standard Allen keys and hex bit drivers
• 18-8 stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in wet or humid environments
• Low-profile socket cap head keeps fastener flush with or below the work surface

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 3/8-16 UNC hex socket cap screw suitable for use in any tapped hole or nut conforming to 3/8-16 UNC thread specifications.

Installation Notes

Install using a 5/16-inch hex key or bit driver. Verify the receiving thread is clean and properly tapped to 3/8-16 UNC before driving the fastener. Do not overtighten stainless steel fasteners, as 18-8 alloy is susceptible to galling; apply an anti-seize compound when torquing into stainless or aluminum tapped holes. Follow applicable mechanical or structural codes for fastener torque and joint requirements.