RS PRO Plain Nylon Hex, Hex Bolt, M8 x 40mm

RS PRO nylon 6.6 set screws are a type of fastener and can be used in various fastening applications. Set screws are often used in engineering, product design and repair applications, often to keep a potentially moving part locked in place. The set screw works by passing through a threaded hole in one component and butting up tightly against the surface of a second part on the rear side.

Hex set screws are fully threaded and can be used with a nut or in a tapped hole. The bolts are tightened with a wrench and are usually used with appropriate hex nuts and washers.

Hexagon Head Set Screw Options include:
292-631 - M8x16 mm
292-647 - M8x20 mm
292-653 - M8x25mm
292-669 - M8x30 mm
292-675 - M8x40 mm
292-681 - M8x60 mm
292-697 - M10x20 mm
292-704 - M10x30 mm
292-710 - M10x40 mm
292-726 - M10x50 mm
292-732 - M10x60 mm
292-748 - M12x20 mm
292-754 - M12x30 mm
292-760 - M12x40 mm
292-776 - M12x50 mm
292-798 - M12x70 mm

When it comes to tools and fasteners, we know that versatility and dependability are what you need. As such, we stock a variety of mainstay and specialist fasteners and couplers to suit any application. Whether you're a professional electrician, plumber, builder or DIY enthusiast, RS PRO is here to support you.

Made from nylon 6.6
Features hex head and hex drive
Metric thread

Set screws are sometimes called setscrews, socket set screws, or grub screws. They are a type of threaded fastener, most often used for securing components in place. Due to their versatility, set screws are used in many applications where two materials need to be joined together. Set screws can be made from various material like steel, stainless steel, brass and ceramic and these RS PRO screws are constructed from nylon 6.6. They can be used in:
• Construction
• Machine repairs
• Outdoor furniture
• DIY projects

Why RS PRO?
RS PRO is our own brand range and brings you a wide range of high-quality, great value products offering you more choice. Trusted by engineers all over the world, every part of every RS PRO product has been rigorously tested against demanding industry standards; they’re only given the RS PRO seal of approval if we’re confident of their exceptional quality, which means you can be confident too.