Description
Type B Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws provide fast, secure fastening in light to medium sheet metal assemblies. The indented hex washer head with a slotted drive supports flush seating and reliable installation in metal fabrication and equipment enclosures.
Specs
- Diameter: #8
- Length: 0.5 inch
- Material grade: 304 Stainless Steel (18/8)
- Drive type: Slotted
- Head type: Indented Hex Washer
- Thread type: Self-tapping
Features
- Self-tapping capability: Creates its own thread in sheet metal, enabling installation without pre-threading in thin gauges.
- Head design: Indented Hex Washer head provides even load distribution and seating flush to the surface, reducing snag risk and improving finish appearance.
- Drive compatibility: Slotted drive supports common screwdriver tooling and field service scenarios with minimal equipment.
- Material properties: 304 Stainless Steel (18/8) offers corrosion resistance, good formability, and consistent mechanical performance in interior environments and moderate outdoor exposure.
- Use cases: Suitable for automotive trim, HVAC duct components, appliance assemblies, metal enclosures, and cabinetry where metal-to-metal fastening is required.
- Installation considerations: Use with appropriate pilot and clean hole to ensure threads form properly; ensure washer seat to prevent pull-through in thin gauge sheets.
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