Description
Type AB self tapping sheet metal screws form their own threads in metal, enabling quick assembly with minimal pre-drilling. Indented hex washer head and slotted drive provide flush seating and reliable torque control in steel assemblies.
Specs
- Dimensions: Diameter #12, Length 2-1/2 inches
- Drive type: Slotted
- Head type: Indented Hex Washer Head
- Finish: Zinc & Bake
- Material: Steel
- Thread type: Type AB
Features
- Self-tapping capability: Forms threads directly in sheet metal, enabling secure joints with minimal pre-drilling.
- Indented HEX washer head: Provides load distribution across the joint and a low-profile seating surface to reduce snag risk.
- Slotted drive: Compatibility with common screwdrivers and straightforward tooling changes on the shop floor.
- Finish and corrosion protection: Zinc plating with bake coating improves barrier protection for indoor and exposed environments.
- Material characteristics: Steel substrate delivers adequate torque tolerance and shear strength for typical sheet metal thicknesses.
- Packaging: 1000 per package
- Ideal applications: Automotive interior panels, appliance housings, electrical enclosures, HVAC ductwork, and metal cabinet assemblies.
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