With a deeper drive than flat and rounded head screws, socket head screws withstand more torque for a tighter hold. Install in a counterbored hole or above the surface.

A domed head sits above the surface of your material. Includes screws such as pan, button, binding, and truss head screws.

A cylindrical shoulder under the head allows parts to rotate around and slide along its length, so these screws are often used to guide and align components.