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=== Cap-Head ===
 
=== Cap-Head ===
Cap head screws have a cylindrical head. They are most common, and useful in applications which don't require a button head geometry. They are easier to model in assemblies and have a stronger head than button-head screws.
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Cap head screws have a cylindrical head. They are the go to fastener in most situations. They are easier to model in assemblies and have a stronger socket than button-head screws.
    
=== Button-Head ===
 
=== Button-Head ===
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=== Square Nut ===
 
=== Square Nut ===
Square nuts are similar to standard nuts, but with a square exterior. These are mostly used for inserting in 3D printed pieces, as they are stronger and easier to install compared to standard nuts.
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Square nuts are similar to standard nuts, but with a square exterior. These are mostly used for inserting in 3D printed pieces, as they create a stronger attachment and easier to install compared to standard nuts.
    
=== Nylock Nut ===
 
=== Nylock Nut ===
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=== Heat-Set Inserts ===
 
=== Heat-Set Inserts ===
Heat set inserts are used to create stronger threads in plastic components. They are installed by heating the insert (with a soldering iron), and pressing it into a piece of plastic.  
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Heat set inserts are used to create stronger threads in plastic components. They are installed by heating the insert (with a soldering iron), and pressing it into a hole in the plastic.  
    
=== Self-threading screws ===
 
=== Self-threading screws ===
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== Re-order Links ==
 
== Re-order Links ==
 
Note: If a part is out of stock or requiring shipping from a different location, the "corrosion resistance" equivalent can be substituted, however slightly more expensive.
 
Note: If a part is out of stock or requiring shipping from a different location, the "corrosion resistance" equivalent can be substituted, however slightly more expensive.
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{| class="wikitable"
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!Part
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!McMaster SKU
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!Link
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|-
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|M2 Socket Head, 4mm
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|91292A004
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/91292A004
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|-
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|M2 Socket Head, 6mm
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|91292A831
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/91292A831
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|-
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|M2 Socket Head, 8mm
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|91292A832
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/91292A832
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|-
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|M2 Socket head, 12mm
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|91292A834
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/91292A834
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|-
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|M2 Nut
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|91828A111
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/91828A111
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|}
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
|+M3
 
|+M3
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!McMaster SKU
 
!McMaster SKU
 
!Link
 
!Link
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|-
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|M3 Socket Head, 4mm
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|91292A109
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/91292A109/
 
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|M3 Socket Head, 6mm
 
|M3 Socket Head, 6mm
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|91292A048
 
|91292A048
 
|https://www.mcmaster.com/91292A048
 
|https://www.mcmaster.com/91292A048
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|-
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|M4 Cap Head, 8mm
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|[[/www.mcmaster.com/94500A226|94500A226]]
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/94500A226
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|-
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|M4 Cap Head, 12mm
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|94500A228
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/94500A228/
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|-
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|M4 Cap Head, 16mm
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|[[/www.mcmaster.com/94500A282|94500A282]]
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|https://www.mcmaster.com/94500A282
 
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|M4 Thread Forming, 8mm
 
|M4 Thread Forming, 8mm
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