Socket Screws: High-Strength Fasteners for Machinery

Fasteners Etc., Inc. offers an extensive line of standard and metric socket screws, including low-profile options. The category of socket screws encompasses a variety of screws with different head styles, but each one shares a hexagon-shaped drive. This hexagon shape on these socket screws requires a hex key or Allen key for installation. Many applications will require a socket screw for its high tensile strength and/or the ability to be installed with limited space. These benefits make socket screws an excellent choice for machinery or manufacturing applications. Socket screws are often preferred for their high-strength capability and are available in finishes like black oxide and stainless steel for enhanced corrosion resistance. You can find these tools and products, such as button head socket screws and flat head screws, by browsing our Shop Supplies.
 
Standard socket cap screws are not designated by classes as other bolts are; however, metric socket screws are offered in classes 8.8, 10.9, and 12.9. A regular steel socket head cap screw, for example, offers a tensile strength of up to 200,000psi. A hex cap screw, grade 8, offers a tensile strength of up to 150,000psi. You can quickly see why many projects prefer the strength of socket screws.
 
If you have a custom project with specific requirements, please ask for a custom quote today. We can absolutely provide custom socket screws with any finish you might require!

• Socket Head Cap Screws
• Button Head Cap Screws
• Flat Head Cap Screws
• Shoulder Cap Screws (Shoulder Bolts)
• Set Screws