Threads - Threads to conform to table III (from spec. SS-102)/socket screw prod. bureau. N.Y., N.Y.
Pitch diameter - The pitch dia. at the socket face is the diametral equivalent of one-half thread larger than the pitch dia. (e1) of a standard pipe thread tapered tapped hole (0.750 diametral taper per 12") this provides the basic point of thread interference to produce a high pressure sealed joint.
Material - Steel, High grade. Hardened by quenching in a suitable medium from the hardening temperature tempered to a through hardness of rockwell "c" 36-43. (5-A) unless otherwise requested by customer.
Identification grooves - Six equally spaced identification grooves (3 permitted on 1/16-27 due to space limitations) to be located equidistant between corners of hexagon socket and edge of chamfer. No particular alignment with Hexagon is required.