Description
Type A Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws are designed for secure fastening in steel sheet metal assemblies. Indented Hex Washer Head and unslotted drive enable flush seating and precise torque control in professional applications.
Specs
- Dimensions: Diameter: #8; Length: 1 inch
- Finish: Zinc bake
- Drive type: Unslotted
- Material grade: Steel
- Thread type: Type A self tapping
Features
- Self tapping capability: Creates mating threads in sheet metal during installation, reducing the need for pilot holes in many applications.
- Indented Hex Washer Head: Low-profile seating that distributes load and minimizes protrusion, improving surface clearance and torque transfer.
- Unslotted drive: Requires hex drive bits, providing robust torque control and reducing risk of drive surface damage during installation.
- Finish: Zinc bake coating offers corrosion protection and enhanced wear resistance in typical indoor environments.
- Material: Steel base for strong clamping force and reliable performance in thin sheet metal joints.
- Packaging: Bulk pack of 5,000 pieces for high-volume manufacturing and repair workflows.
- Applications: Ideal for automotive interior panels, electrical enclosures, appliance housings, and metal cabinet assemblies where quick, one-step fastening is required.
- Operational considerations: Best suited for joining thin to moderate gauge steel; ensure appropriate hex drive tooling for consistent installation torque.
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