Description
These Type AB Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws are designed for fast, reliable fastening into thin metal panels without pre-drilling. The pan head, Phillips drive, steel construction, and zinc baked finish deliver robust corrosion resistance and easy seating in production environments.
Specs
- Dimensions: #8 diameter x 2-1/4" length
- Finish: Zinc plated with bake coating
- Drive type: Phillips
- Material grade: Steel
- Thread type: Type AB self tapping
Features
- Self tapping capability: Cuts its own thread in sheet metal, enabling pilot hole elimination and faster assembly cycles.
- Corrosion protection: Zinc plating with baked finish provides durable coating against moisture and environmental exposure in indoor and outdoor applications.
- Head geometry: Pan head distributes bearing surface for reliable seating in panels and enclosures.
- Drive compatibility: Phillips drive aligns with standard power tools and hand drivers, reducing cam-out risk during installation.
- Bulk packaging: Pack of 2000 screws supports high-volume fabrication, maintenance, and repair projects.
- Material considerations: Steel construction delivers adequate shear strength for general sheet metal assembly and structural fastenings in light to medium gauge applications.
- Ideal use cases: Metal enclosure assembly, HVAC ductwork, appliance fabrication, automotive trim, and other thin-ginish sheet metal fastening tasks where quick, secure fastening is required.
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