Slotted Countersunk Head Screw GB68C-76 M6x26mm for Steam Turbine Assemblies
The Steam Turbine Screw GB68C-76 M6x26mm is a high-standard fastener specifically engineered for the connection of steam turbines and their associated precision mechanical equipment.
1. Design and Functional Advantages
This screw features a countersunk head design, typically with a 90-degree taper. The core advantage of this geometry is that the head sits flush with or below the surface of the component within a countersunk hole.
In the compact internal environment of a steam turbine—where component clearances are extremely tight—this flush-fitting characteristic is vital. It prevents interference or collisions between rotating parts and protruding fasteners, thereby eliminating significant operational safety hazards.
2. Material and Manufacturing Standards
Given that steam turbines operate under prolonged conditions of high temperature, high pressure, and intense vibration, these screws are generally manufactured from high-strength alloy steel or premium stainless steel. Key performance attributes include:
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Mechanical Strength: High tensile and shear resistance to maintain clamping force.
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Fatigue Resistance: Ability to withstand cyclic loading and alternating stresses.
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Thermal Stability: Excellent resistance to high-temperature oxidation and creep.
To ensure long-term reliability, these fasteners may be paired with locking washers or treated with specialized thread-locking coatings to prevent self-loosening due to vibration.
3. Quality Assurance
As a standard part in turbine maintenance and assembly, the quality of the GB68C-76 M6x26mm screw directly impacts assembly precision and sealing integrity. Every unit undergoes rigorous dimensional tolerance inspections and mechanical testing to ensure dependable performance under extreme stress.
4. Steam Turbine Fastener Specifications Table
The following table summarizes common high-strength bolts, nuts, and screws utilized in steam turbine maintenance and assembly:
| Component Name | Specification / Standard | Material Grade | Application Reference |
| Countersunk Screw | GB68C-76 M6x26mm | Alloy Steel / Stainless | General Precision Connection |
| Hexagon Nut | GB6170C-86 M20 | 25Cr2MoVA | High-Temperature Pressure Parts |
| Stud Bolt | GB901G-88 M24×160 | High-Strength Alloy | Casing / Flange Assembly |
| Socket Head Cap Screw | GB/T70.1 M20×190 | Grade 12.9 | Heavy-Duty Structural Fastening |
| Socket Head Cap Screw | GB/T70.1 M10x65mm | Grade 12.9 | High-Strength Mechanical Fix |
| Socket Head Cap Screw | GB/T70.1 M20 (60-90mm) | SCM435 (12.9) | High-Torque Precision Loading |
| Hexagon Head Bolt | GB/T5782 M36×600mm | Grade 8.8 / 25Cr2MoVA | Large Component Clamping |
| Heavy Hex Nut | GB/T6175 M36 | Grade 12 / 30CrMoA | High-Load Support |
| Slotted Screw | GB79E-85 M8x12 | Steel 45 | Adjustment / Set Screw |
| Fitted Bolt | GB27-88 M16x90 | Steel 45 | Shear Loading / Alignment |
| Gland Plate Screw | GB68C-85 | Standard | Steam Seal Gland Fixation |
| Diaphragm Plate Screw | GB65C-76 | Standard | Diaphragm Component Retention |
| Bottom Key Screw | GB70C-85 | Standard | Keyway / Alignment Fixation |
| Casing Block Screw | GB70C-85 | Standard | External Casing Components |
| Locking Washer | GB854K-88 | Standard | Anti-Loosening Security |

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