Socket Head Cap Screws

StandardDIN 912 · ISO 4762 · ASTM A574
Material42CrMo / SCM435 / 40Cr
Strength Grade10.9 / 12.9
Size RangeM3-M24
Surface TreatmentBlack Oxide / Zinc Flake
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Product Description

Product Description & Key Specifications

Socket head cap screws are high-strength internal hex drive screws used where compact head diameter, high clamp load and tool access from above are required. This range is supplied in 42CrMo, SCM435 and 40Cr with 10.9 / 12.9 strength options to DIN 912, ISO 4762 and ASTM A574 references.

They are used in machinery housings, tooling, rail equipment, EV fixtures, aerospace ground equipment, renewable energy accessories and precision assemblies. Compared with ordinary pan head screws, socket head cap screws support higher strength and more controlled tightening, but the mating thread and washer surface must be suitable for the clamp load.

Black oxide is common for machinery and controlled indoor assemblies, while zinc flake can be selected for better corrosion performance and controlled coating thickness. RFQs should confirm size, length, grade, thread pitch, finish, certificate requirements and whether locking nuts or wedge lock washers are needed.

Product typeSocket head cap screws / internal hex cap screws
StandardsDIN 912 / ISO 4762 / ASTM A574
Material42CrMo / SCM435 / 40Cr
Strength grade10.9 / 12.9
Size rangeM3-M24
Common modelsM3 x 8, M4 x 10, M5 x 12, M6 x 16, M8 x 25, M10 x 30, M12 x 40, M16, M20, M24
Drive and headCylindrical socket head with internal hex drive
Surface finishBlack oxide / Zinc flake
Matched hardwareAll-metal lock nuts, wedge lock washers, flat washers and tapped components
DocumentationMTC, CoC, hardness, tensile, dimensional and coating report on request
Dimensions & SpecificationsDIN 912 / ISO 4762

Technical Drawing

DIN 912 technical drawing

Dimensional Table

ParameterM1.4M1.6M2M2.5M3M4M5M6M8M10M12M14M16M18M20M22M24M27M30M33M36M42M48M56M64M72M80M90M100
P0.30.350.40.450.50.70.811|1.251|1.25|1.51.25|1.5|1.751.5|21.5|21.5|2|2.51.5|2|2.51.5|2|2.52|32|32|3.52|3.53|43|4.53|54|5.54|64|64|64|64|6
dk/max2.633.84.55.578.5101316182124273033364045505463728496108120135150
dk/min2.462.863.624.325.326.788.289.7812.7315.7317.7320.6723.6726.6729.6732.6135.6139.6144.6149.6153.5462.5471.5483.4695.46107.46119.46134.37149.37
da/max1.822.63.13.64.75.76.89.211.213.715.717.720.222.424.426.430.433.436.439.445.552.66371798797107
e/min1.51.731.732.32.873.444.585.726.869.1511.4313.72161619.4419.4421.7321.7325.1527.4330.8536.5741.1346.8352.5362.8174.2185.6197.04
k/max1.4 1.6 2.0 2.5 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 8.0 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 27 30333642485664728090100
k/min1.261.461.862.362.863.824.825.707.649.6411.5713.5715.5717.5719.4821.4823.4826.4829.4832.3835.3841.3847.3855.3863.2671.2679.2689.1399.13
r/min0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.25 0.4 0.4 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.8 0.8 0.8 1.0 1.0 1.01.01.21.62.02222.52.5
s/min1.321.521.522.022.523.024.025.026.028.02510.02512.03214.03214.03217.0517.0519.06519.06522.06524.06527.06532.0836.0841.0846.0855.165.175.185.12
s/max1.361.561.562.062.583.084.0955.146.148.17510.17512.21214.21214.21217.2317.2319.27519.27522.27524.27527.27532.3336.3341.3346.3355.465.475.485.47
t/min0.60.711.11.322.5345678910111213.515.518192428343843485460

Engineering references

Technical resources

Review the applicable dimensions, drawing and standard relationship before confirming the ordered specification.
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Selection

Selection Advantages by Application

Machinery Housings and Tooling

12.9 socket head cap screws are common in machinery housings, fixtures, tooling and equipment bases where compact high-strength fastening is needed.

Industrial equipment fasteners

Railway and Vibration Assemblies

Zinc flake socket screws can be used in rail equipment and vibration-sensitive brackets with compatible locking nuts or wedge lock washers.

Railway fasteners

Aerospace Ground and Renewable Equipment

DIN 912 / ISO 4762 screws support selected aerospace ground equipment, EV fixtures and renewable energy assemblies where strength and socket drive access matter.

Aerospace fasteners
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Assembly

Recommended Matching Products

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Manufacturing

Manufacturing & Quality Control

Manufacturing CapabilityQuality Control
Cold heading or machining of alloy steel socket screw blanks42CrMo / SCM435 / 40Cr material verification
Heat treatment for 10.9 / 12.9 strength gradesHardness, tensile and mechanical property inspection
Internal hex socket and cylindrical head formingSocket depth, head dimensions, thread gauge and length inspection
Black oxide or zinc flake surface finishingCoating thickness, appearance and corrosion test support when specified
Standard or drawing-based screw supplyMTC, CoC and dimensional report prepared on request
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FAQ

Common Questions Before RFQ

What are socket head cap screws used for?

They are used for compact high-strength fastening in machinery, tooling, equipment and precision assemblies.

What is the difference between DIN 912 and ISO 4762?

Both are common references for metric socket head cap screws. Use the project drawing to confirm exact dimensions.

What grades are available?

10.9 and 12.9 grades are available in alloy steel material routes such as 42CrMo, SCM435 and 40Cr.

Which finish should I choose?

Black oxide is common for machinery; zinc flake provides improved corrosion resistance with controlled coating thickness.

Can locking hardware be supplied?

Yes. Socket screws can be supplied with all-metal lock nuts, wedge lock washers or flat washers when specified.

Need DIN 912 / ISO 4762 socket head cap screws?

Send size, length, grade, material, finish, quantity and locking hardware needs. We can quote M3-M24 10.9 / 12.9 socket screws in black oxide or zinc flake finish.

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