Description
Type AB Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws are engineered for rapid assembly of thin-gauge metal panels. Indented Hex Washer Head paired with a Slotted Drive provides secure seating and repeatable torque in professional sheet metal fastening tasks.
Specs
- Diameter: #8
- Length: 1/2"
- Finish: Zinc & Bake
- Drive type: Slotted
- Material: Steel
- Thread type: Type AB
Features
- Self-tapping capability: Cuts its own thread in sheet metal, enabling pilot-hole free installation in compatible gauge materials, reducing assembly time in high-volume production.
- Indented Hex Washer Head: Provides flush seating, increased torque tolerance, and reduced head pull-through on soft metals, ensuring secure joints under vibration.
- Slotted Drive: Compatible with standard slotted screwdrivers; enables straightforward field installation with common hand tools.
- Finish: Zinc & Bake coating delivers corrosion resistance and long-term durability in indoor and exposed environments.
- Material: Steel base metal offers high shear strength for reliable metal-to-metal fastening.
- Thread type: Type AB geometry optimized for self tapping into sheet metal joints and panel assemblies.
- Packaging: Bulk packaging containing 10,000 screws per order, suitable for high-volume manufacturing and distribution.
- Applications: Ideal for electrical enclosures, automotive body panel assemblies, HVAC ductwork, appliance housings, and metal brackets or chassis attachments requiring secure fastening with minimal tooling.
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