Flat Head Socket Machine Screw · 8-32 Thread x 1/2 in Zinc-Plated Steel Flush Mount · Fasteners 8-32X1/2F
Zinc-plated steel machine screw with #8-32 thread and 1/2 in length for countersunk, flush-mount fastening in electrical boxes, covers and equipment assemblies. Typical use is where a low-profile finished surface is needed; actual fit depends on thread compatibility, hole preparation and installation conditions.
What this product is for
This flat head socket machine screw is used to fasten electrical covers, device plates, brackets and enclosure components where the screw head should sit flush with the surface. The #8-32 thread is a common machine screw size used in electrical hardware and equipment assemblies.
Use for
Use for countersunk holes in metal parts, electrical enclosures, junction box covers, control panels and similar assemblies that require a clean, low-profile finish. Zinc plating is commonly selected for dry indoor locations and light exposure to moisture.
Avoid for
Avoid using this screw where a non-countersunk head is required, where stainless steel corrosion resistance is needed, or where the mating thread is not #8-32. Do not assume suitability for structural anchoring or outdoor corrosive environments without confirming material and coating requirements.
Best for
Best for electricians and panel builders who need a flush head screw for electrical hardware with hex socket drive access in tighter spaces than slotted or Phillips alternatives.
Installed in
Typically installed in electrical boxes, cover plates, equipment housings, panel interiors and fabricated metal components with a countersunk opening.
Why this product exists
A flat head socket machine screw provides a flush finished surface while still allowing internal hex drive installation. This helps where clearance matters or where a protruding head could interfere with covers or adjacent components.
Compared with similar products
Compared with pan head or button head machine screws, a flat head screw sits flush in a countersunk hole. Compared with stainless versions, zinc-plated steel is typically a lower-cost choice for indoor electrical work but offers less corrosion resistance. Typical flat head socket screws in this size use an 82 deg countersink profile; confirm the mating hole before ordering.
Specifications
- Product type: Flat head socket machine screw
- Thread size: #8-32
- Length: 1/2 in (approximately 12.7 mm)
- Head style: Flat head, countersunk, flush-mount style
- Drive type: Socket drive
- Material: Steel
- Finish: Zinc-plated
- System of measurement: Inch
- Typical countersink angle for this product style: 82 deg
- Typical application: Electrical enclosures, covers and component fastening
Typical guidance only: verify head dimensions, drive size and thread fit against the mating component before installation. Actual performance depends on installation conditions, material thickness and application requirements.
- Length1/2 in (approximately 12.7 mm)
- ApplicationElectrical enclosures, covers and component fastening
- MaterialSteel
- Head StyleFlat head, countersunk, flush-mount style
- FinishZinc-plated
- Thread Size#8-32
- Drive TypeSocket drive
- System Of MeasurementInch
- BrandsWhite Label
- Stock in Elmira1
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