Description
Type A Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws with hex washer head and unslotted drive provide rapid, secure fastening for sheet metal assemblies. They are made from steel with a zinc baked finish, delivering durable corrosion resistance in OEM manufacturing and maintenance tasks.
Specs
- Diameter: 5/16 inch
- Length: 3 inch
- Head type: Hex Washer Head
- Across flats: 7/16 inch
- Drive type: Unslotted
- Finish: Zinc baked finish
- Material: Steel
- Thread type: Self tapping (Type A)
Features
- Self tapping design: Directly forms threads in sheet metal, eliminating pre-drilling in compatible thicknesses and enabling rapid installation.
- Hex Washer Head: Provides load distribution over a washer surface and a flush seating profile, improving seating integrity and sealing against moisture in protected environments.
- Unslotted drive: Requires a hex driver, reducing tool damage and offering a more compact, tamper-resistant fastening option in certain assemblies.
- Finish: Zinc baked coating delivers enhanced corrosion resistance for longevity in indoor and semi-exposed applications.
- Package quantity: 400 per package, suitable for bulk OEM procurement and consistent supply on high-volume production lines.
- Ideal applications: Sheet metal enclosures, electrical and HVAC housings, automotive interior panels, and light to medium gauge metal assemblies.
- Benefits over alternatives: Reduces installation steps by eliminating pilot holes, provides secure seating with a built-in washer, and delivers durable, corrosion-resistant performance in a single fastener.
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