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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

PL8Screw,shoulder

W. M. Berg, Inc. · NSN 5305-00-178-8642 · FSC 5305 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5305-00-178-8642 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5305-00-178-8642. Primary manufacturer part number: PL8.
Features
  • Screw,shoulder — FSC 5305
  • Shoulder Diameter: 0.186 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.187 INCHES MAXIMUM FIRST SHOULDER IN
  • Thread Series Designator: UNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
  • Material: STEEL COMP 416 OVERALL
  • Hardness Rating: 28.0 ROCKWELL C MINIMUM AND 32.0 ROCKWELL C MAXIMUM OVERALL
  • Thread Quantity Per Inch: 32
  • Nominal Thread Diameter: 0.164 INCHES IN
  • Head Height: 0.156 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Applications
  • Structural fastening and assembly
  • Equipment mounting
  • Panel and housing attachment
  • Applications requiring Steel Comp 416 Overall construction
General Description

The Screw,shoulder, cataloged under National Stock Number 5305-00-178-8642, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5305 (No Item Name Available) of the Hardware and Abrasives group. The primary manufacturer of record is W. M. Berg, Inc.. Government technical data includes 16 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 1 commercial cross-reference from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5305-00-178-8642
Primary Part NumberPL8
Item NameScrew,shoulder
FSC / FSG5305 / 53 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerW. M. Berg, Inc.
StatusACTIVE
Shoulder Diameter0.186 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.187 INCHES MAXIMUM FIRST SHOULDER IN
Thread Series DesignatorUNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC)
MaterialSTEEL COMP 416 OVERALL
Hardness Rating28.0 ROCKWELL C MINIMUM AND 32.0 ROCKWELL C MAXIMUM OVERALL
Thread Quantity Per Inch32
Nominal Thread Diameter0.164 INCHES IN
Head Height0.156 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Head StyleFLAT CHAMFER
Fastener Length0.439 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.441 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
Thread Length0.188 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Head Diameter0.312 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Thread DirectionRIGHT-HAND
Thread Class2A A
Internal Drive StyleSLOT
Shoulder ShapeROUND FIRST SHOULDER
Shoulder Length0.251 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.253 INCHES MAXIMUM FIRST SHOULDER IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 2
5120-00-223-7397 INTERCHANGEABLE
Pliers,slip Joint
5305-01-171-0151 INTERCHANGEABLE
Screw,externally Relieved Body
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
PL8 W. M. Berg, Inc. (USA)
Related Parts
5120-00-223-7397INTERCHANGEABLE
PLIERS,SLIP JOINT
5305-01-171-0151INTERCHANGEABLE
SCREW,EXTERNALLY RELIEVED BODY

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5305-00-178-8642?

NSN 5305-00-178-8642 is a Screw,shoulder, manufactured by W. M. Berg, Inc., classified under FSC 5305 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5305-00-178-8642?

NSN 5305-00-178-8642 has 1 cross-referenced part number: PL8 (W. M. Berg, Inc.).

What NSN replaces 5305-00-178-8642?

There are 2 known substitutes for 5305-00-178-8642: 5120-00-223-7397, 5305-01-171-0151. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of PL8?

Key specifications for PL8: Shoulder Diameter: 0.186 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.187 INCHES MAXIMUM FIRST SHOULDER IN; Thread Series Designator: UNIFIED NATIONAL COARSE (UNC); Material: STEEL COMP 416 OVERALL; Hardness Rating: 28.0 ROCKWELL C MINIMUM AND 32.0 ROCKWELL C MAXIMUM OVERALL. 16 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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