
Socket Head Cap Screw
Alloy Steel bicycle Socket Head Cap Screw - Screws & Bolts
10B38 Carbon Steel bolt / screw Cold-headed & thread-rolled. Built for OEM bicycle assembly with traceable material and consistent quality.
01 Dimensions & Tolerances
Core dimensions are controlled for repeatable bicycle frame assembly. Custom dimensions, tolerances, and surface finish can be supplied from drawing.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Thread Size | M5 × 0.8 |
| Thread Accuracy | 6g (ISO 965-2) |
| Thread Direction | Right-hand |
| Head Diameter | 8.5 mm |
| Head Height | 5 mm |
| Screw Length | 12-25 mm, multiple specifications |
| Hex Drive Size | 4 mm |
| Overall Height | 17-30 mm |
| Tolerance Grade | ±0.05 mm |
02 Material & Performance
Material selection is optimized for the target bicycle application with verified mechanical properties and corrosion resistance.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Primary Material | 10B38 carbon steel |
| Material Grade / Class | 8.8 (ISO 898-1) |
| Applicable Standards | ASTM A29 / ISO 898-1 |
| Tensile Strength | 800 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 640 MPa |
| Shear Strength | 480 MPa |
| Hardness | HRC 22-32 |
| Density | 7.85 g/cm³ |
| Process | Cold-headed & thread-rolled |
| Surface Finish | black oxide (Standard) / drawing-specified option |
03 Application & Compatibility
Designed for bicycle OEMs, assembly factories, and component brands that need repeatable supply with documented QC.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Frame Type | all bicycles |
| Typical Position | rack mounting hole, fender installation project-specific, additional accessory cable fixing |
| Accessory / Mating Part | rack, fender, brake mount, auxiliary accessory |
| Environment | indoor and outdoor use |
| Compatible Standards | ISO 68-1 / ISO 965-2 / DIN 912 |
| Load Rating | standard |
| Recommended Torque | 4-6 N·m |
| Maximum Torque | 8 N·m |
| Installation Method | threaded connection |
| Recommended Tool | 4mmhex key |
| Thread Locker | Loctite 243 medium-strength blue threadlocker |
| Installation Position | fender, rack, brake mountetc.project-specific |
Installation Steps
04 Quality Assurance
Each production batch can be supplied with traceability records, inspection data, and packaging labels for OEM receiving control. SGS/TUV third-party test reports available on request.
| Test / Inspection | Standard & Criteria |
|---|---|
| Salt Spray Test | 24 hours for black oxide; 1,000 hours for Dacromet treatment to ISO 10683 |
| Torque Verification | ISO 16047 |
| Hardness Testing | ASTM E18 Rockwell HRC |
| Thread Inspection | ISO 965-2 GO/NO-GO gauge inspection |
| Dimensional Inspection | AQL 4.0 sampling inspection |
05 Packaging & Ordering
Standard bulk packaging is available for assembly lines. Custom labels, kitting, and retail packaging can be prepared for brand programs.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard Pack | 500 pcs/bag |
| Packaging Material | PE resealable bag + corrugated carton |
| Industry Batch Reference | 1,000 pcs/specification for standard parts / 500 pcs/specification for other items |
| Batch Pricing Model | tiered volume pricing with no mandatory MOQ |
| Required Quote Data | Size, material, finish, quantity, drawing if custom |
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