Screw Baks SAM8X25E (1.4301) by Baks — stainless steel fastener, model 898525

Baks SAM8X25E (1.4301) screw is a stainless steel fastener designed for corrosion-resistant assemblies and general mechanical fastening. Manufactured from material grade 1.4301 (commonly known as austenitic stainless steel), this screw provides reliable performance where resistance to rust and oxidation is required. The product is intended for use in joining metal parts, structural components, and other applications where a durable stainless fastener is preferable to carbon steel alternatives.

Advantages

The stainless steel construction offers good corrosion resistance in many indoor and outdoor environments, reducing the need for additional coatings. The SAM8X25E geometry provides consistent clamping and mechanical stability in typical fastening tasks. Made by an established fastener manufacturer, the screw is produced to suit standard assembly processes and is compatible with common hand and power tools used for installation.

Suitable for

• Joining metal sheets, brackets and structural components
• Applications requiring rust resistance such as outdoor fixtures and damp indoor environments
• General mechanical assemblies, maintenance and repair work

When it may not be suitable

This stainless steel fastener is not appropriate for highly acidic or heavily chlorinated environments without additional corrosion protection, as such conditions can accelerate localized corrosion. It may also be unnecessary for non-critical indoor applications where a lower-cost carbon steel screw with protective coating would suffice.

Key specifications

• Material: austenitic stainless steel (grade 1.4301)
• Type: machine/fastening screw suitable for mechanical joinery
• Length: 25 mm (shaft length)
• Diameter: 8 mm nominal
• Surface finish: untreated stainless steel (natural finish)

How to use

Select an appropriate pilot hole or mating thread size for an 8 mm nominal diameter screw and prepare mating surfaces to ensure proper alignment. Use compatible tools—such as a matched driver or socket and torque-limited driver if required—to drive the screw until the required clamp force is achieved. For structural or safety-critical joints, follow applicable torque specifications and fastening procedures, and check for proper engagement and absence of cross-threading.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm the 8 mm diameter and 25 mm length match your application requirements
• Assess whether grade 1.4301 stainless steel provides sufficient corrosion resistance for the intended environment
• Determine the required head type, drive style and thread form for compatibility with your equipment (verify separately)

Usage recommendations

For best results use proper torque control when installing stainless steel fasteners to avoid galling; lubricants or anti-seize compounds compatible with stainless steel can be considered in assemblies where repeated disassembly is expected.