1/2-13 x 2 Stainless Steel 18-8 Hex Head Cap Screw

Description

1/2-13 x 2 SS 18-8 Hex Cap Screw is a high-quality, durable fastener that offers greater corrosion resistance than zinc or HDG alternatives, often used for marine and chemical-exposure applications.

Hex cap screws have a flat bearing surface, a hexagonal head, and a partially or fully threaded shank. Their six-sided head allows for easy tightening with standard wrenches and sockets, and the stainless steel construction provides reliable performance in corrosive and submerged environments.

Stainless Steel (SS) 18-8

• Stainless Steel 18-8 hex cap screws have a higher corrosion resistance than zinc or HDG alternatives
• These are often used around chemicals or saltwater, and in applications requiring a clean, polished appearance

1/2-13 x 2 SS 18-8 Hex Cap Screw Features

• High torque capacity due to the six-sided head, allowing use with wrenches, ratchets, and impact drivers
• Versatile thread options available in partial or full thread configurations for different grip and holding requirements
• Corrosion and scratch resistant, durable when submerged in water or exposed to mild chemicals

Common Uses

• Marine construction, docks, and boat building
• Food processing, water treatment, and chemical handling equipment
• Outdoor structures, coastal construction, and applications requiring a clean aesthetic finish

Application

• Only insert into a pre-drilled and, when required, tapped hole
• Use a wrench, socket, or impact driver sized to the hex head
• Pair with an appropriate nut and washer for through-bolting applications; use with a tapped hole when threading directly into material

Tips

• Always use a washer under the head to distribute load and prevent surface damage
• Hex cap screws are measured from directly under the head to the tip of the threaded shank
• Use stainless steel nuts and washers to avoid galvanic corrosion when pairing with SS 18-8 fasteners