Description
Thread Rolling Screws Torx Pan Head Steel Black Oxide & Waxed Tri-Lobe 48-2 #8-16 X 3/8 Plastite Screws Alternative are designed to deliver reliable self-tapping performance with a clean, professional finish. These screws blend strength, durability, and easy installation for a wide range of metal-to-metal assemblies.
Key Features
- Material and finish: High-strength steel with a durable black oxide finish for corrosion resistance and a low-glare, professional appearance.
- Waxed coating for smoother driving: Reduces friction during driving for easier installation and improved drive quality.
- Drive and head: Torx Tri-Lobe drive paired with a classic Pan Head provides excellent torque transfer and a flush seating profile.
- Size and fit: #8-16 thread, 3/8 inch length, suitable for metal-to-metal assemblies where self-tapping is desired.
- Thread rolling technology: Forms threads in the base material, producing strong, fatigue-resistant fasteners without pre-tapping for many applications.
- Plastite screws alternative: A reliable alternative to Plastite screws, delivering compatible load-bearing capacity with easier installation via a Torx/Tri-Lobe driver.
- Applications: Well-suited for appliance repair, metal enclosures, equipment housings, and other projects requiring a secure, tidy finish with excellent torque transmission.
- Concealed finish and lubricity: The combination of black oxide and waxed coating helps conceal fasteners in darker assemblies while preserving lubricity during installation.
Why Choose These Screws
They pair the robustness of steel with a protective finish and advanced drive geometry to reduce cam-out and ensure dependable seating in demanding metal-to-metal assemblies.
Specifications
- Thread: #8-16
- Length: 3/8 in
- Head: Pan
- Drive: Torx Tri-Lobe
- Material: High-strength steel
- Finish: Black oxide with waxed coating
- Type: Thread rolling / self-tapping
Order these 48-2 #8-16 x 3/8 Plastite Screws Alternative today to streamline your assembly work and achieve professional results.
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