Set Screw: #8-32 x 1/2", Cup & Knurled Cup Point, Alloy Steel, Grade 8 MPN:103071

The set screw, type #8-32, is an external threaded fastener that comes with a cup point, knurled top portion to provide added holding power in the assembled state. It has a material grade of alloy steel, grade 8 which denotes its durability and resistance to corrosion when in use. Some of the key specifications include a diameter of 1/4 inch or 6.35mm (measured from under the head), thread length of 5/16 inches, and an overall length of 0.7825 inches. These set screws have varying uses depending on industries including furniture construction, machine assembly, vehicle manufacturing among other general mechanical purposes where a threaded fastener is needed to hold two or more pieces together temporarily until a permanent method of fastening such as welding, brazing, riveting takes place. They're suitable for wood, plastics or metal substrates, making them popular with users in numerous domains.