Graco 116552 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4-28 x .38

Graco 116552 – Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4‑28 × .38″

The Graco 116552 Pan Head Machine Screw is an OEM-grade fine‑thread fastener used in various Graco equipment assemblies. It features a pan‑head design with 1/4‑28 thread and a length of approximately 0.38 inches — ideal for securing panels, housings, or internal components.

Key Features & Purpose

• Thread / Size: 1/4‑28 (fine thread), standard for many Graco assemblies. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Length: approx. 0.38″ — matches OEM specification. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Head Style: Pan‑head — provides good clamping area and flush‑ish finish for panels or covers. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• OEM‑Quality: Genuine Graco part — ensures correct fit, thread spec, and reliability compared to generic fasteners. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Use‑Case: Securing housings, control panels, covers or internal assemblies in spray, pump, or control‑panel based Graco machines. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Compatible Systems / Applications

• Graco spray / pump / coating equipment whose parts diagram lists 116552 as the machine screw — for example, control‑panel or housing assemblies where 1/4‑28 × .38″ screws are called out. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Any Graco unit requiring a 1/4‑28 fine‑thread pan‑head screw of approximately .38″ length — usable for repairs or replacements of standard machine‑screw fastening points.
• Maintenance or servicing tasks where original screws are missing or damaged, and a genuine OEM fastener is required to preserve fit and integrity.

Note: Since this is a basic fastening component, make sure your equipment’s parts list or assembly drawing actually specifies 1/4‑28 × .38″ pan‑head screws before ordering or installing — to ensure proper fit and avoid mismatches.

When & Why to Use / Replace 116552

• When original fasteners are lost, stripped, damaged or corroded — replacing with 116552 preserves proper threading and assembly integrity.
• During maintenance, disassembly or servicing of housings, panels, or internal assemblies — using the correct OEM‑spec screws avoids misalignment or leaks.
• To ensure long-term reliability — OEM screws maintain correct torque, fit, and structural integrity compared to generic substitutes.

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