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8-32NC3X5-16LG — SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HEAD

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— · BOLT SCREW
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

8-32NC3X5-16LG: SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HEAD.

The SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HEAD is a the manufacturer industrial component. Key specifications include material: STEEL COMP 302 OR STEEL COMP 303 OR STEEL COMP 304 OR STEEL COMP 305 OR STEEL COMP 316 OVERALL, head_style: FLAT CHAMFER, head_height: 0.159 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.164 INCHES MAXIMUM IN, thread_class: 3A A, head_diameter: 0.262 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.270 INCHES MAXIMUM IN, thread_length: 0.282 INCHES MINIMUM IN. This part is cataloged in the U.S.

Government catalog under NSN 5305-00-274-0397, indicating validated use in U.S. government and defense logistics supply chains. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels.

Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
8-32NC3X5-16LG
NSN: 5305-00-274-0397
FSC: 5305 — Screws
CAGE: 97852 — STAR STAINLESS SCREW CO (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
materialSTEEL COMP 302 OR STEEL COMP 303 OR STEEL COMP 304 OR STEEL COMP 305 OR STEEL COMP 316 OVERALL
head_styleFLAT CHAMFER
head_height0.159 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.164 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
thread_class3A A
head_diameter0.262 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.270 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
thread_length0.282 INCHES MINIMUM IN
fastener_length0.296 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.344 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
hardness_rating80.0 ROCKWELL B MINIMUM OVERALL
thread_directionRIGHT-HAND
surface_treatmentPASSIVATE OVERALL
width_across_flats0.125 INCHES NOMINAL IN
internal_drive_styleHEXAGON
NSN5305-00-274-0397
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
BOLT / SCREW — THREAD VERIFICATION REQUIRED Hex HEAD LENGTH: — THREAD: — × — MATERIAL: — PN: 8-32NC3X5-16LG · OEM ⚠ VERIFY BEFORE ORDERING Verify thread pitch before ordering — metric (M8×1.25) ≠ imperial (5/16-18). Wrong thread = wrong part. Grade/class stamped on bolt head determines tensile strength ✓ BROKER TIP Grade/class stamped on head determines tensile strength. Grade 8 > Grade 5 > Grade 2. Always confirm head marking matches specification requirement PARTSTABLE TECHNICAL DRAWING — NOT TO SCALE
KEY FEATURES
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WIDTH ACROSS FLATS: 0.125 INCHES NOMINAL IN
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HEAD HEIGHT: 0.159 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.164 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
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FASTENER LENGTH: 0.296 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.344 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
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SURFACE TREATMENT DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION: QQ-P-35 FED SPEC SINGLE TREATMENT RESPONSE OVERALL
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THREAD LENGTH: 0.282 INCHES MINIMUM IN
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HARDNESS RATING: 80.0 ROCKWELL B MINIMUM OVERALL
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MATERIAL DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION: 66 FED STD ALL MATERIAL RESPONSES OVERALL
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NOMINAL THREAD DIAMETER: 0.164 INCHES IN
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
WIDTH ACROSS FLATS0.125 INCHES NOMINAL IN
HEAD HEIGHT0.159 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.164 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
FASTENER LENGTH0.296 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.344 INCHES MAXIMUM IN
SURFACE TREATMENT DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATIONQQ-P-35 FED SPEC SINGLE TREATMENT RESPONSE OVERALL
THREAD LENGTH0.282 INCHES MINIMUM IN
HARDNESS RATING80.0 ROCKWELL B MINIMUM OVERALL
MATERIAL DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION66 FED STD ALL MATERIAL RESPONSES OVERALL
NOMINAL THREAD DIAMETER0.164 INCHES IN
HEAD STYLEFLAT CHAMFER
THREAD DIRECTIONRIGHT-HAND
OTHER ITEMS IN FSC 5305 — Screws
Items in the same Federal Supply class. No interchangeability or substitution relationship is implied.
5305-00-000-0094 5305-00-000-1397 5305-00-000-2625 5305-00-000-3669 5305-00-000-3830 5305-00-000-3831
SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 1
FFS86TYPE1Reference document
Same NSN cross-reference
Reference document — Identification reference
LIFECYCLE
NSN statusActive· U.S. Government catalog
Acquisition advice: Normally procured from the manufacturer (OEM)No demilitarization required
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 8-32NC3X5-16LG?
8-32NC3X5-16LG is a SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HEAD.
What parts can replace 8-32NC3X5-16LG?
There is 1 known substitute for 8-32NC3X5-16LG: FFS86TYPE1. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for 8-32NC3X5-16LG?
8-32NC3X5-16LG is cataloged in the U.S. Government catalog under NSN 5305-00-274-0397. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-18.
PartsTable commercial catalog: edition Unified commercial catalog snapshot through 2026-09-28, edition date not on file, retrieved 2026-09-28.