Description
Type AB Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws provide fast, self-forming threads in gauge sheet metal, enabling reliable assemblies with minimal pre-drilling. Indented Hex Washer Head and Slotted Drive ensure flush seating and broad tool compatibility for professional installations.
Specs
- Diameter: 5/16 inch
- Length: 1-1/2 inch
- Finish: Zinc plated with baked finish
- Drive type: Slotted
- Material grade: Steel
- Thread type: Type AB self-tapping
Features
- Self-tapping performance: Creates its own thread in sheet metal, enabling installation without pre-drilled pilot holes within appropriate sheet thickness range.
- Indented Hex Washer Head: Low-profile head provides flush seating and distributes clamping load to resist pull-out under vibration.
- Drive compatibility: Slotted drive supports common hand and power tools, simplifying field maintenance and fabrication workflows.
- Finish and corrosion resistance: Zinc plating with baked coating offers durable corrosion resistance for indoor and light outdoor applications.
- Material and strength: Steel substrate delivers adequate shear and tensile strength for typical sheet metal assemblies.
- Practical applications: Suitable for HVAC ductwork, electrical enclosures, automotive body panels, appliance assemblies, and light fabrication where metal-to-metal fastening is required.
- Installation considerations: Ensure sheet thickness aligns with Type AB self-tapping specification to maximize thread engagement and minimize stripping.
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