What are Metric Hex Socket Screws?
Hex socket screws are a type of screw that has an internal hex socket or a hex recess that is used for tightening with an Allen key or a hex key, sometimes also referred to as a hex wrench.
Depending on the type and size of socket screw, they can be either fully threaded or partially threaded. A socket screw that is partially threaded is also often referred to as a hex socket bolt or an Allen bolt.
To gain a better understanding of socket screws and their uses, you can read our article, Socket Screws : The Ultimate Guide To A Screw With Socket.
Types of Socket Screws
There are many different types of socket screws available for many different applications. Some of the most common ones and also the types that we hold in stock are as follows. What type you select will depend on your application and any special requirements you have.
· Socket cap screws
· Button head
· Flange button
· Socket countersunk
· Cone point grub screws
· Cup point grub screws
· Flat point grub screws
How To Use A Screw With Socket
To use a screw with a socket, you would first need to make sure that you have an appropriate-sized hole to insert your socket screw into. Usually, the hole will be threaded to screw them into but they can also be inserted into an unthreaded hole and fastened with nuts and washers.
A screw with socket is ideal where space is tight as they can be tightened with an offset ball end hex key or simply with the short end of the Allen key.
Socket Screws Materials
In our range, we offer socket screws in A2 stainless Steel, A4 Stainless Steel and High Tensile Self Colour Steel. This though is only a fraction of what we can supply, If you need a screw with socket in any other material that you cannot find on our site, just give us a shout and we will source it for you.
Socket Screws Sizes
Our in-stock range of socket screws starts from m1.6 and goes up to m12, however, this is only what we have sitting on the shelf. We can quote for any size and any quantity that you require.
Although mostly not listed on boltbase.com, we can supply many different fine pitch socket screws and also a few options for left hand socket screws.
Socket Screws Manufacturing
Do you have a special requirement that is not readily available off the shelf? We can have any type of bespoke screw with socket manufactured to your spec, in any size, material or quantity that you need. Just contact us or send a whatsapp and we will help with your requirements.
At Bolt Base, we are specialist distributors of all types of socket screws. We can provide competitive quotes on any screw with socket you may require, in any quantity that you need.
If you have any questions you would like answered on hex socket screws, feel free to contact us and one of our friendly team will be happy to help you out.
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