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Socket Head Cap Screws

Socket Head Cap Screws

Socket head cap screws provide a secure fastening solution that withstands demanding industrial conditions. Nickel Systems offers a wide range of fasteners made from exotic-grade materials to secure components in industries such as aerospace and medicine. Contact us today to find the most suitable socket screws for your needs.

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Specifications & Technical Data

Nickel Systems offers socket head cap screws in a variety of head types, thread sizes and materials to meet project-specific requirements. View our dimensioning and specification table below to select your ideal product. We can also supply socket head cap screws in nonstandard sizes, coatings or configurations upon request.

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Dimensions

Dimensions of Hexagon and Spline Socket Head Cap Screws
Nominal Size (Basic Screw Diameter) Body Diameter, D Head Diameter, A Head Height, H Maximum Chamfer or Radius, C Nominal Spline Socket Size, M Nominal Hexagon Socket Size, J Minimum Key Engagement, T Minimum Wall Thickness, G Maximum Chamfer or Radius, K
Max Min Max Min Max Min
0 (0.0600) 0.0600 0.0568 0.096 0.091 0.060 0.057 0.004 0.060 0.050 0.025 0.020 0.007
1 (0.0730) 0.0730 0.0695 0.118 0.112 0.073 0.070 0.005 0.072 1/161/16 0.0620.062 0.031 0.025 0.007
2 (0.0860) 0.0860 0.0822 0.140 0.134 0.086 0.083 0.008 0.096 5/64 0.078 0.038 0.029 0.007
3 (0.0990) 0.0990 0.0949 0.161 0.154 0.099 0.095 0.008 0.096 5/64 0.078 0.044 0.034 0.007
4 (0.1120) 0.1120 0.1075 0.183 0.176 0.112 0.108 0.009 0.111 3/32 0.094 0.051 0.038 0.008
5 (0.1250) 0.1250 0.1202 0.205 0.198 0.125 0.121 0.012 0.111 3/32 0.094 0.057 0.043 0.008
6 (0.380) 0.1380 0.1329 0.226 0.218 0.138 0.134 0.013 0.133 7/64 0.109 0.064 0.047 0.008
8 (0.1640) 0.1640 0.1585 0.270 0.262 0.164 0.159 0.014 0.168 9/64 0.141 0.077 0.056 0.008
10 (0.1900) 0.1900 0.1840 0.312 0.303 0.190 0.185 0.018 0.183 5/32 0.156 0.090 0.065 0.008
1/4 (0.2500) 0.2500 0.2435 0.375 0.365 0.250 0.244 0.025 0.216 3/16 0.188 0.120 0.095 0.010
5/16 (0.3125) 0.3125 0.3053 0.469 0.457 0.312 0.306 0.033 0.291 1/4 0.250 0.151 0.119 0.010
3/8 (0.3750) 0.3750 0.3678 0.562 0.550 0.375 0.368 0.040 0.372 5/16 0.312 0.182 0.143 0.010
7/16 (0.4375) 0.4375 0.4294 0.656 0.642 0.438 0.430 0.047 0.454 3/8 0.375 0.213 0.166 0.015
1/2 (0.5000) 0.5000 0.4919 0.750 0.735 0.500 0.492 0.055 0.454 3/8 0.375 0.245 0.190 0.015
5/8 (0.6250) 0.6250 0.6163 0.938 0.921 0.625 0.616 0.070 0.595 1/2 0.500 0.307 0.238 0.015
3/4 (0.7500) 0.7500 0.7406 1.125 1.107 0.750 0.740 0.085 0.620 5/8 0.625 0.370 0.285 0.015
7/8 (0.8750) 0.8750 0.8647 1.312 1.293 0.875 0.864 0.100 0.698 3/4 0.750 0.432 0.333 0.020
1 (1.0000) 1.0000 0.9886 1.500 1.479 1.000 0.988 0.114 0.790 3/4 0.750 0.495 0.380 0.020
1-1/8 (1.1250) 1.1250 1.1086 1.688 1.665 1.125 1.111 0.129 7/8 0.875 0.557 0.428 0.020
1-1/4 (1.2500) 1.2500 1.2336 1.875 1.852 1.250 1.236 0.144 7/8 0.875 0.620 0.475 0.020
1-3/8 (1.3750) 1.3750 1.3568 2.062 2.038 1.375 1.360 0.160 1 1.000 0.682 0.523 0.020
1-1/2 (1.5000) 1.5000 1.4818 2.250 2.224 1.500 1.485 0.176 1 1.000 0.745 0.570 0.020
1-3/4 (1.7500) 1.7500 1.7295 2.625 2.597 1.750 1.734 0.207 1-1/4 1.250 0.870 0.665 0.020
2 (2.000) 2.000 1.9780 3.000 2.970 2.000 1.983 0.238 1-1/2 1.500 0.995 0.760 0.020
2-1/4 (2.2500) 2.2500 2.2280 3.375 3.344 2.250 2.232 0.269 1-3/4 1.750 1.120 0.855 0.036
2-1/2 (2.5000) 2.5000 2.4762 3.750 3.717 2.500 2.481 0.300 1-3/4 1.750 1.245 0.950 0.036
2-3/4 (2.7500) 2.7500 2.7262 4.125 4.090 2.750 2.730 0.332 2 2.000 1.370 1.045 0.036
3 (3.000) 3.000 2.9762 4.500 4.464 3.000 3.979 0.363 2-1/4 2.250 1.495 1.140 0.036
3-1/4 (3.2500) 3.2500 3.2262 4.875 4.837 3.250 3.228 0.394 2-1/4 2.250 1.620 1.235 0.036
3-1/2 (3.5000) 3.5000 3.4762 5.250 5.211 3.500 3.478 0.426 2-3/4 2.750 1.745 1.330 0.036
3-3/4 (3.7500) 3.7500 3.7262 5.625 5.584 3.750 3.727 0.458 2-3/4 2.750 1.870 1.425 0.036
4 (4.0000) 4.0000 3.9762 6.000 5.958 4.000 3.976 0.489 3 3.000 1.995 1.520 0.036

 

Socket Head Cap Screw Specifications

  • Standard (ASME/ANSI)
    • ASME B18.3-2012
  • Metric (IFI)
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What Are Socket Screws?

Socket screws are threaded fasteners characterized by a hexagonal recess in the head. The recessed head allows for effective tightening using Allen wrenches or hex keys. Socket screws are ideal for applications with limited clearance to use standard screwdrivers. The recessed design allows for increased torque application and minimizes the risk of cam-out.

Key Characteristics

Socket screws are characterized by:

  • Hexagonal recessed drive
  • Fully or partially threaded shafts
  • Enhanced resistance to cam-out
  • Minimal space requirements

Common Types

Some common types of socket screws include:

What Are Socket Head Cap Screws?

Socket head cap screws are a subtype of socket screws that feature a cylindrical head height equal to the nominal diameter and an internal hex socket drive. For sizes ¼-inch and larger, the head diameter typically measures one-and-a-half times the nominal diameter. Socket head cap screws with ½-inch diameter and above often come fully threaded. These fasteners are often used in assemblies with counterbored holes.

Other Names

These screws can also be known as:

  • Allen head cap screws
  • Hex socket head screws
  • Allen drive cap screws
  • Hex cap screws
  • Hex socket head cap screw
  • Hex socket head screw

Industries and Applications

Socket head cap screws, especially those made from exotic alloys, offer reliable fastening in industries that demand high performance.

Aerospace

The aerospace sector requires lightweight and durable screws that withstand extreme temperatures, pressure and mechanical stress. Hex cap screws provide exceptional torque resistance and stability for aircraft components.

  • Applications: Aircraft engine assemblies, structural panel connections, avionics enclosures
  • Materials: Titanium alloys, Inconel®, aerospace-grade stainless steel

Electronics

Socket head cap screws’ compact design and high-torque fastening make them ideal for electronics where space is limited.

Medical

Hex socket head screws offer biocompatibility and reliable performance for critical medical devices.

  • Applications: Surgical instruments, diagnostic equipment, orthopedic implants
  • Materials: Titanium, 316 stainless steel

Tips for Purchasing

Follow these guidelines when specifying your Allen drive cap screws for the best results:

  • Check dimensions thoroughly: Select the correct nominal diameter, thread pitch, length and head diameter by referring to our dimensioning table above.
  • Specify material accurately: Choose materials that match the environmental conditions and mechanical demands of your project.
  • Choose the correct thread type: Pick fine threads for higher tensile and shear strength and coarse threads for quicker assembly and softer materials.

 

Contact Nickel Systems for Top-Tier Socket Head Cap Screws

Nickel Systems is a true stocking distributor of socket head cap screws made from exotic-grade alloys. Thanks to our custom manufacturing capabilities and rapid shipping, we fulfill your requirements efficiently and accurately. Request a quote today, and our team will help you choose the ideal fasteners for your project.

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Sample Products

Check out our socket head cap screw sample products.

Socket Head Cap Screws 5/8″ Inconel 625 Material

 

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Socket Head Cap Screw 3/4″ Diameter, Fully Threaded, ASTM A453 Grade 660 Class D, A286 Material

 

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Socket Head Cap Screw 3/4″ Diameter, Partially Threaded, ASTM A453 Grade 660 Class D, A286 Material

 

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Socket Head Cap Screw 3/4″ Diameter, Partially Threaded, ASTM A453 Grade 660 Class D, A286 Material

 

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Socket Head Cap Screw 5/8″ Diameter, 2205 Duplex Stainless Steel Material

 

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Industries We Serve

Nickel Systems provides high quality exotic grade materials that hold up in the toughest, most severe heat and corrosive environments. With our large inventory of specialty fasteners in stock, we are always ready to answer the call to serve the most challenging applications.

Nickel Systems maintains an inventory of Hastelloy® C276 socket head cap screws in both inch and metric sizes. Current inventory in socket head cap screws includes Duplex 2205, A286, Carpenter® 20 (Alloy 20), Nitronic® 60 (Alloy 60), 310 Stainless, 330 Stainless, 17-4 PH, 18-8 Stainless and 316 Stainless.

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