For slotted truss head machine screws, unc in A2 Stainless Steel, the controlling selection factors are corrosion exposure, strength requirement and service temperature. The grade data for A2 Stainless Steel (ISO 3506 group A2 (304 / 1.4301), commonly supplied A2-70) is summarized below together with every size supplied.
Why Choose A2 Stainless Steel for Slotted Truss Head Machine Screws, UNC
The most common stainless group for indoor and general outdoor fasteners. For slotted truss head machine screws, unc, this matters when good general corrosion resistance is the primary requirement.
Mechanical & Physical Properties
| Grade designation | ISO 3506 group A2 (304 / 1.4301), commonly supplied A2-70 |
|---|---|
| Magnetic response | Largely non-magnetic |
| Service temperature | approx. -200 °C to +400 °C, subject to the property class and the joint |
| Corrosion characteristic | Good general corrosion resistance |
Corrosion Behavior in Service
A2 (304) gives excellent atmospheric and most-water corrosion resistance and is the most common stainless for Slotted Truss Head Machine Screws, UNC in indoor and general outdoor service. In chloride-bearing environments (marine air, road salt, swimming pools) consider stepping up to A4 (316).
Galvanic & Galling Considerations
Two important notes for stainless slotted truss head machine screws, unc: (1) stainless can gall on stainless threads under load — use a thread lubricant or anti-galling compound, especially for M6 and below; (2) when joined to aluminum or galvanized steel, stainless can drive galvanic corrosion of the less-noble metal in wet service — isolate with a coating or sleeve where appropriate.
Using Stainless Fasteners in Aluminum
Stainless steel is more noble than aluminum, so with an electrolyte present — rain, condensation, salt spray — the aluminum becomes the anode and corrodes at the joint. Area ratio decides how bad it gets: a small stainless fastener in a large aluminum section is normally acceptable, a large stainless fastener in thin aluminum is not. Where the joint gets wet, isolate the metals with a coated or nylon washer and a sealant, or specify an aluminum or coated fastener instead.
Sizes of Slotted Truss Head Machine Screws, UNC Available in A2 Stainless Steel
| Size | Pitch P (in) | Head diameter dk (in) | Head height k (in) | R (in) | J (in) | T (in) | Length range l (in) | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #0 | 0.013 | 0.131 | 0.037 | 0.087 | 0.023 | 0.022 | 1/16"~1 1/2" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #1 | 0.016 | 0.164 | 0.045 | 0.107 | 0.026 | 0.027 | 1/16"~1 1/2" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #2 | 0.018 | 0.194 | 0.053 | 0.129 | 0.031 | 0.031 | 1/16"~2 1/2" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #3 | 0.021 | 0.226 | 0.061 | 0.151 | 0.035 | 0.036 | 1/8"~2 1/2" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #4 | 0.025 | 0.257 | 0.069 | 0.169 | 0.039 | 0.04 | 1/8"~4" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #5 | 0.025 | 0.289 | 0.078 | 0.191 | 0.043 | 0.045 | 3/16"~4" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #6 | 0.031 | 0.321 | 0.086 | 0.211 | 0.048 | 0.05 | 1/8"~4" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #8 | 0.031 | 0.384 | 0.102 | 0.254 | 0.054 | 0.058 | 1/8"~5" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #10 | 0.042 | 0.448 | 0.118 | 0.283 | 0.06 | 0.068 | 3/16"~8" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| #12 | 0.042 | 0.511 | 0.134 | 0.336 | 0.067 | 0.077 | 1/4"~8" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| 1/4" | 0.05 | 0.573 | 0.15 | 0.375 | 0.075 | 0.087 | 3/8"~10" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| 5/16" | 0.056 | 0.698 | 0.183 | 0.457 | 0.084 | 0.106 | 1/2"~10" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| 3/8" | 0.062 | 0.823 | 0.215 | 0.538 | 0.094 | 0.124 | 1/2"~12" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| 7/16" | 0.071 | 0.948 | 0.248 | 0.619 | 0.094 | 0.142 | 3/4"~12" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| 1/2" | 0.077 | 1.073 | 0.28 | 0.701 | 0.106 | 0.161 | 3/4"~12" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| 9/16" | 0.083 | 1.198 | 0.312 | 0.783 | 0.118 | 0.179 | 3/4"~12" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| 5/8" | 0.091 | 1.323 | 0.345 | 0.863 | 0.133 | 0.196 | 3/4"~14" | ASME B18.6.3 |
| 3/4" | 0.1 | 1.573 | 0.41 | 1.024 | 0.149 | 0.234 | 1"~14" | ASME B18.6.3 |
Dimensions are independent of the material: every size above is available in A2 Stainless Steel.
Custom manufacturing · Made to drawing
Need this screw in a grade that is not listed?
A2 Stainless Steel is one of the grades the catalog describes. Where the standard stops, the drawing takes over: fine pitches, left-hand threads, partial threading, and property classes above the catalogued grade where material and heat treatment allow. Made by cold heading or warm forging.
Minimum order from 2,000 pieces; samples within 7 days of drawing approval.
