XB10814
Thread Cutting Screw, 3/8-16 x 5/8 in
SAF-Holland

Designed as a high-strength thread-cutting fastener, this steel screw features a 3/8-16 thread and an overall length of 5/8 inch. It is intended for direct threading into tapped components or through-hole mounting points on SAF-Holland assemblies, enabling secure attachment of brackets, guards, or cover plates within the vehicle's drivetrain, braking, and suspension subsystems. The thread-cutting geometry helps to form its own threads as it is installed, improving capture and grip in comparatively soft or pre-drilled holes encountered in older or worn hardware. The component category 42597 covers fastener applications in safety-critical systems, requiring adherence to torque specifications and static/dynamic load expectations. The VMRS code 053-007-006 identifies it within the fastener family for maintenance planning and cross-reference with other 3/8-16 components. In practice, technicians verify correct engagement by torqueing to spec using appropriate lubricants and thread sealants where specified. This screw is interchangeable with standard industry fasteners in similar applications, but it is designed to deliver consistent clamping force across a broad operating envelope. Cross references: none listed.