Fine Thread Sheet Metal Screws

Type ab are fine thread and are more effective in brittle materials.

Fine thread sheet metal screws.

Type a are coarse thread screws commonly used in wood or thin metal. Contact our friendly representatives at 800 423 6503 or use the online form for a quote today. Type fine thread drywall screws system of measurement inch drive type phillips material steel minimum screw size inch 6 maximum screw size inch 8 material grade grade 2 number of pieces 2300 maximum length inch 3 minimum length inch 1 includes compartmented storage case. Hex head bolts cap screws and lag screws are driven with wrenches rather than screwdrivers or drill bits.

Type b self tapping screws have blunt tips and are often used. Commonly there are two types of metal sheet screws available in the market. Drywall screws have fine tips coarse threads and tapered bugle heads to penetrate drywall and grip wood without damaging material. Type a type ab type b and type u drive also known as sheet metal screws are ideal for applications that have pre drilled holes.

Threads come in left or right hand versions and can be designated united fine thread unf or united coarse thread unc type. They come in various lengths and wall thicknesses. Sheet metal screw or tapping screw are highly sheet metal screw or tapping screw are highly versatile and are used to attach metal wood fiberglass and plastic. Cee type 4 coarse 1246 fine 106 n a 71 standard 358 w cut 29 drive style.

Threaded inserts are made of carbon steel stainless steel brass or zinc. Sheet metal screws and machine screws are available in several alloys. Get free shipping on qualified fine screws or buy online pick up in store today in the hardware department. Sheet metal screws type a self tapping screws feature coarse threads and are commonly used in wood or thin metal materials from 0 015 to 0.

While standard units feature a pointed tip which is ideal for cutting into the metal surface the thread cutting or self tapping screws feature a notched tip which can easily cut into the metallic surface without pre drilling. Deck screws resist rust and corrosion to hold outdoor decking materials together. Stainless steel screws sheet metal machine threads type a threads course fine stainless steel screws are available in both 18 8 and 316 stainless steel. Type ab self tapping screws feature fine threads and are more effective for brittle materials.

Sheet metal screws 1 socket head cap screws 12 wood screws 2. Type b screws have blunt points and are often used in plastics or thin metal. But pre drilling is required for the. Illustrated back label msc.