Description
Type AB Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws in 18/8 stainless steel deliver reliable fastening for metal enclosures and brackets. The serrated indented hex washer head provides a flush, secure seating, while the unslotted drive supports tamper-resistant installations.
Specs
- Dimensions: No. 8 diameter x 1 inch length
- Drive type: Unslotted
- Material grade: 304 Stainless Steel (18/8)
- Thread type: Self-tapping
Features
- Self-tapping capability: Forms mating threads in sheet metal without pre-drilling, enabling faster assembly on metal enclosures, HVAC ductwork, automotive panels, and electrical enclosures.
- Head design: Serrated Indented Hex Washer Head distributes load across a wide bearing surface and enhances torque transfer during tightening, reducing cam-out and pull-out risk.
- Material and corrosion resistance: 18/8 stainless steel provides robust corrosion resistance in typical indoor outdoor environments, suitable for moderate exposure applications.
- Drive type: Unslotted drive design reduces risk of slipping during installation and enables controlled tightening with appropriate tooling.
- Quantity: 2,500 screws per bulk package.
- Ideal use cases: Sheet metal assemblies in electrical enclosures, appliances, HVAC components, automotive interior panels, and equipment housings requiring secure fastening with flush seating.
- Operational benefits: Eliminates need for pre-drilling, improves vibration resistance due to washer seating, and provides consistent clamping force across mating surfaces.
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