Value Collection R48622912 Low Socket Cap Screw 8-32

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R48622912 is a low socket cap screw designed for applications where clearance above the fastener head is limited. It features an 8-32 UNC thread and measures 1/2 inch in length under the head. The head is driven with a 5/64-inch hex key. Constructed from 18-8 stainless steel, this fastener offers solid corrosion resistance for use in wet, marine, or chemically exposed environments. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabricators reach for this style when a standard socket cap head would foul an adjacent component or mating surface.

This screw is suited for light mechanical assemblies, panel mounting, electronic enclosures, and general machine construction where a low-profile fastened joint is required. The 8-32 UNC thread is one of the most common inch-series machine screw sizes, making this fastener broadly applicable across residential equipment, industrial hardware, and commercial fabrication work. It is sold in multiples of 25 units per order.

Key Features

• Low socket cap head profile reduces clearance requirements compared to standard socket cap screws
• 8-32 UNC thread for broad compatibility with standard tapped holes and nuts
• 5/64-inch hex socket drive for precise torque application in tight spaces
• 18-8 stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in damp or mildly corrosive environments
• 1/2-inch length measured under the head for accurate depth planning

Compatibility

Designed as a standard inch-series machine screw for use in any application requiring an 8-32 UNC threaded fastener with a low socket cap head profile.

Installation Notes

Install with a calibrated 5/64-inch hex key or hex bit driver. Confirm the mating threaded hole or nut meets 8-32 UNC specifications before driving. Avoid over-torquing stainless steel fasteners, as 18-8 alloy is susceptible to galling; apply an appropriate anti-seize compound when threading into stainless or aluminum tapped holes. De-energize and lock out any equipment before accessing fastened assemblies on powered systems.