Description
Type AB Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws with Oval Head and Phillips Drive provide reliable fastening for thin gauge metal assemblies. Steel construction with a Black Oxide finish delivers consistent thread engagement and corrosion protection in enclosure and panel applications.
Specs
- Dimensions: Diameter: #4; Length: 1/2 inch
- Finish: Black Oxide
- Drive type: Phillips
- Thread type: Type AB
Features
- Self tapping design: Generates its own mating threads in thin sheet metal, enabling rapid installation without pre-drilling and reducing assembly time on production lines.
- Oval head geometry: Sits flush to surface with minimal protrusion, improving appearance and reducing snag hazards on exposed panels and housings.
- Phillips drive: Provides reduced cam-out risk and improved torque control when using common power tools and drivers.
- Material: Steel substrate supports reliable load distribution across sheet metal joints and is compatible with standard finishing processes.
- Finish: Black Oxide enhances surface uniformity, offers mild corrosion resistance, and pairs well with coated or painted assemblies.
- Thread type: Type AB optimized for positive engagement in sheet metal, delivering consistent holding power in thin sections.
- Ideal applications: Electrical enclosures, control panels, HVAC ductwork, automotive body assemblies, and appliance housings where flush seating and dependable thread formation are critical.
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