S-97267A122 1/2"-13 x 1" EHEDG Certified, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 Sanitary Hex Head Screws

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Superior corrosion resistance with 316 Stainless Steel construction, ideal for harsh food processing environments and frequent washdowns.
• Enhanced hygiene and contamination prevention through a smooth 32 microinch exterior finish and an integrated Nitrile Rubber seal.
• Reliable detection for safety protocols with dual metal and X-ray detectability, ensuring no foreign objects enter the food chain.
• High-strength performance under stress, offering a 70,000 psi tensile strength to maintain joint integrity in demanding applications.
• Broad operational temperature tolerance from -75° to 390° F, ensuring consistent performance in both freezing and high-heat processes.
• Simplified installation and removal with a standard external hex drive and coarse UNC threads for quick assembly.
• Guaranteed compliance and peace of mind, meeting EHEDG, FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, and RoHS 3 standards for food safety and environmental regulations.

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

This 1/2"-13 UNC Hex Head Screw is engineered to solve critical challenges in sanitary and food industry applications. The 316 Stainless Steel material provides excellent resistance to corrosive agents like chlorides and acids commonly found in food processing, preventing contamination and equipment failure. The fully threaded design and Class 2A thread fit ensure consistent clamping force and vibration resistance in machinery assemblies, conveyor systems, and mixing equipment. The inclusion of a Nitrile Rubber seal and a smooth 32 microinch finish prevents bacterial harborage and facilitates easy cleaning, directly addressing hygiene and maintenance pain points. Its metal and X-ray detectable features add an essential layer of safety, protecting product purity in compliance with stringent industry protocols.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This hex head screw features a 1/2"-13 UNC coarse thread with a Class 2A thread fit for reliable assembly. It is manufactured to meet EHEDG certification for hygienic design, is FDA compliant per 21 CFR 177.2600 for food contact, and is RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) compliant with exemption 6(c). The screw is fully threaded, with a length of 1", head width of 3/4", and a flange diameter of 1 1/16".