Description
These professional-grade Type 1 Thread Cutting Screws feature a pan head and Phillips drive, optimized for fast, reliable metal-to-metal fastening in stamped metal and enclosure applications. The zinc-plated steel construction delivers durable thread formation and corrosion resistance under typical use conditions.
Specs
- Pack quantity: 10,000 per bulk package
- Diameter: #8 (0.164 inches)
- Length: 5/16 inch
- Drive type: Phillips
- Finish: Zinc plated
- Material: Steel
- Thread type: #8-32 UNC
Features
- Thread cutting capability: Enables direct threading into prepared metal workpieces, reducing need for pre-tapped holes and accelerating assembly in sheet metal and thin-walled components.
- Pan head design: Provides a wide bearing surface for uniform load distribution and a flush seating profile on metal surfaces, minimizing protrusion.
- Phillips drive: Widely compatible with common screwdrivers and automation tooling, improving drive engagement and reducing cam-out risk during high-volume assembly.
- Finish: Zinc plating offers corrosion resistance in indoor or mildly humid environments and enhances lubricity during installation.
- Material: Steel provides sufficient shear and tensile strength for small fastener applications in sheet metal and cabinet hardware.
- Thread type: #8-32 UNC offers compatibility with standard tapped holes and compatible nuts, enabling reliable fastener combination in compact assemblies.
- Applications: Electrical enclosures, control panels, appliance housings, automotive trim, and light-duty sheet metal assemblies that require quick, repeatable fastening with clean thread formation.
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