A4 Stainless Steel (ISO 3506 group A4 (316 / 1.4401), commonly supplied A4-80) is specified for marine, coastal and chemical applications. When slotted flat point set screw are specified in this grade, the dimensions remain per GB/T 73 / ISO 4766; the material determines corrosion behavior (superior, including marine and chloride environments) and the service temperature range (approx. -200 °C to +400 °C, subject to the property class and the joint). Both are covered below with the size table.
Why Choose A4 Stainless Steel for Slotted Flat Point Set Screw — GB/T 73 / ISO 4766 (Series 038)
Specified for marine, coastal and chemical applications. For slotted flat point set screw — gb/t 73 / iso 4766 (series 038), this matters when superior, including marine and chloride environments is the primary requirement.
Mechanical & Physical Properties
| Grade designation | ISO 3506 group A4 (316 / 1.4401), commonly supplied A4-80 |
|---|---|
| Magnetic response | Largely non-magnetic |
| Service temperature | approx. -200 °C to +400 °C, subject to the property class and the joint |
| Corrosion characteristic | Superior, including marine and chloride environments |
Galvanic & Galling Considerations
Two important notes for stainless slotted flat point set screw — gb/t 73 / iso 4766 (series 038): (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.
Comparable Grades
For Slotted Flat Point Set Screw — GB/T 73 / ISO 4766 (Series 038), the alternative stainless grade is A2 (304). A2 (304) suits general indoor and outdoor service; A4 (316) adds molybdenum for marine and chloride environments. Where higher strength matters more than corrosion, switch to plated alloy-steel class 8.8 or 10.9.
Using Stainless Fasteners in Aluminum
Stainless steel is more noble than aluminum, so in the presence of an electrolyte — rain, condensation, salt spray — the aluminum becomes the anode and corrodes at the joint. The effect is driven by the area ratio: a small stainless fastener in a large aluminum section is normally acceptable, while a large stainless fastener in thin aluminum is not. Where the joint is wet, isolate the two metals with a coated or nylon washer and a sealant, or specify an aluminum or coated fastener instead.
Sizes of Slotted Flat Point Set Screw — GB/T 73 / ISO 4766 (Series 038) Available in A4 Stainless Steel
| Size | Pitch (mm) | Length L (mm) | Hex socket s (mm) | Engagement depth t min (mm) | Point diameter dp (mm) | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 | 0.5 | 6 | 1.5 | 1.4 | 2.0 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M4 | 0.7 | 6 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.5 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M5 | 0.8 | 7 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 3.5 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M6 | 1.0 | 9 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 4.0 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M8 | 1.25 | 12 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 5.5 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M10 | 1.5 | 15 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 7.0 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M12 | 1.75 | 18 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 8.5 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M16 | 2.0 | 24 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 12.0 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M20 | 2.5 | 30 | 10.0 | 10.0 | 15.0 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
| M24 | 3.0 | 36 | 12.0 | 12.0 | 18.0 | ISO 4026-4029 / GB/T 77-79 |
