Overview
The Corally Steel Screws M3 x 12mm Hex Flat Head are essential fastening components designed for RC enthusiasts who demand quality and reliability in their builds. Whether you're working on an RC car, truck, buggy, or crawler, these precision-engineered screws provide the secure fastening you need to keep your RC model together during intense off-road action. As a dedicated RC hobbyist in the UK, you'll appreciate having a reliable supply of quality fasteners that won't let you down when you're out on the track or trail.
These steel screws are manufactured to exacting standards and comply with the DIN 7991 industrial specification, ensuring consistent quality across every screw in the pack. The hex flat head design makes them ideal for applications where a flush, professional finish is required, and the M3 diameter with 12mm length makes them suitable for a wide range of RC assembly tasks. Whether you're building a new RC model from scratch, performing maintenance on your existing fleet, or replacing damaged fasteners, these Corally screws are an indispensable addition to any RC workshop.
Supplied in a convenient pack of 10 pieces, these black steel fasteners are manufactured by Team Corally, a respected brand in the RC hobby community. Having quality replacement parts readily available means less downtime and more time enjoying your RC passion. For anyone serious about RC models—whether you run electric buggies, nitro-powered vehicles, or scale crawlers—maintaining a stock of quality fasteners like these M3 x 12mm screws is simply good practice.
Key Features
- DIN 7991 Compliance — These screws meet the internationally recognised DIN 7991 industrial standard, ensuring they are manufactured to precise tolerances and consistent quality that you can rely on for critical assembly work on your RC models.
- Hex Flat Head Design — The hex flat head profile allows these screws to sit flush with the surface once installed, creating a clean, professional appearance on your RC build and preventing protrusions that could catch on components or terrain.
- Steel Construction — Made from robust steel material, these screws offer excellent strength and durability to withstand the vibrations, impacts and stresses experienced during RC vehicle operation, whether bashing on rough terrain or competing on the track.
- M3 Diameter Specification — The M3 metric thread diameter makes these screws compatible with standard RC assembly holes and components, ensuring a proper fit with minimal risk of cross-threading or damage during installation.
- 12mm Length — The 12mm length is ideal for securing medium-thickness components together in RC models, providing enough engagement without the risk of bottoming out or penetrating through to the opposite side of assembled parts.
- Black Finish — The black coating provides corrosion resistance and a professional appearance, helping to protect the steel from oxidation during storage and use, particularly important if you store your RC models in variable UK weather conditions.
- 10-Piece Pack — This convenient pack of 10 screws provides excellent value for RC enthusiasts, giving you spares for repairs, replacements, and future projects without excessive waste or excessive cost.
Technical Performance
The Corally M3 x 12mm steel screws are engineered to deliver reliable fastening performance in demanding RC applications. The hex flat head design combined with steel construction ensures maximum holding power under the vibrations and stresses that RC vehicles experience during operation. Whether you're assembling servo mounts, securing shock towers, attaching body clips, or fastening suspension components on your RC car, buggy, truck, or crawler, these screws provide the dependable fastening solution you need. The M3 metric threading is industry-standard across most modern RC platforms, making these screws a universal fastening solution for your RC workshop. The 12mm length penetration allows for adequate engagement in typical RC component materials whilst avoiding over-penetration. The DIN 7991 compliance guarantees that every screw in the pack meets consistent manufacturing standards, so you can rely on uniform performance across all ten pieces. For serious RC enthusiasts in the UK who want to maintain their vehicles properly and keep spare fasteners on hand, these Corally steel screws represent professional-grade fastening at an accessible price point.
What's in the Box
- 10x M3 x 12mm Hex Flat Head Steel Screws (black finish)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are M3 x 12mm hex flat head screws used for in RC models? — These screws are versatile fasteners suitable for a wide range of RC assembly tasks including securing servo mounts, attaching shock towers, fastening suspension components, securing body panels, and assembling the various mechanical assemblies that make up RC cars, buggies, trucks and crawlers. The M3 diameter is standard across most modern RC platforms, and the 12mm length works well for medium-thickness components.
- Do these screws comply with industry standards? — Yes, these Corally screws conform to the DIN 7991 industrial specification, which is an internationally recognised standard for hex socket countersunk head cap screws. This ensures consistent quality, precise tolerances, and reliable performance across every screw in the pack.
- What material are these screws made from? — These fasteners are manufactured from steel with a black finish, providing excellent strength to withstand vibrations and impacts whilst offering corrosion resistance. Steel is the preferred material for RC fasteners due to its durability and reliability in demanding applications.
- How many screws come in each pack? — Each pack contains 10 screws, providing a convenient supply for repairs, replacements, and future RC projects. This quantity is ideal for RC enthusiasts who want to keep spares on hand without excessive waste.
- What does hex flat head mean? — The hex flat head design means the screw features a hexagonal socket (for use with a hex key or Allen wrench) and a countersunk head that sits flush with the surface once installed. This design provides a clean, professional appearance and prevents the screw head from protruding, which could interfere with moving components or catch on terrain.
- Are these suitable for beginners? — Yes, these screws are perfectly suitable for beginners. They are standard fasteners used in RC model assembly and replacement. However, you will need the appropriate M3 hex key (Allen wrench) to install or remove them, which is an essential tool for any RC builder's workshop.
- What makes DIN 7991 screws better than standard screws? — DIN 7991 compliance ensures that the screws are manufactured to precise international standards with consistent tolerances, material quality, and dimensional accuracy. This means every screw in the pack will perform reliably, reducing the risk of fastener failure during RC operation compared to non-standard fasteners.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the CORALLY STEEL SCREWS M3 X 12MM HEX FLAT HEAD 10 PCS today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
