{"product_id":"type-a-sheet-metal-screws-hex-washer-head-slotted-drive-18-8-stainless-steel-5-1620-x-3_3148aw188kc","title":"5\/16 X 3\" Type A Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws | Hex Washer Head | Unslotted Drive | 18\/8 Stainless Steel (200\/Pkg.)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e200 pack of Type A Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws with Hex Washer Head and unslotted drive delivers fast, reliable fastening for professional sheet metal assemblies. Manufactured from 18\/8 stainless steel, these screws offer robust corrosion resistance and repeatable torque in light to moderate gauge metal applications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 5\/16 inch diameter x 3 inch length\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive type\u003c\/b\u003e: Unslotted hex drive (Hex Washer Head)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial grade\u003c\/b\u003e: 18\/8 Stainless Steel (304)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThread type\u003c\/b\u003e: Self tapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSelf tapping efficiency\u003c\/b\u003e: Forms its own mating threads within sheet metal during installation, enabling fast, reliable fastening without pre-drilling for standard gauge panels.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCorrosion resistance\u003c\/b\u003e: 18\/8 stainless steel provides robust resistance to rust and staining across indoor and outdoor environments, including oxidation-prone atmospheres.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHead design\u003c\/b\u003e: Hex Washer Head distributes clamp load over a large bearing surface and creates a flush seating profile to reduce snag hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e: Unslotted drive requires a hex driver or socket, offering higher torque transfer and reduced cam-out compared to slotted drives.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplications\u003c\/b\u003e: Particularly well suited for electrical enclosures, HVAC equipment, automotive panels, and general sheet metal assemblies where fast, reliable fastening is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mutual Screw","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52815346041111,"sku":"3148AW188KC","price":516.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/1125\/5063\/files\/1224AW188KC_31.webp?v=1776637467","url":"https:\/\/mutualscrew.com\/products\/type-a-sheet-metal-screws-hex-washer-head-slotted-drive-18-8-stainless-steel-5-1620-x-3_3148aw188kc","provider":"Mutual Screw \u0026 Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}