18-8 Stainless Steel Thread Cutting Screw Type F Point For Heavy Gauge Metal And Plastic, Plain Finish, Hex Washer Head, 1/4-20 Thread Size, 1 Inch Length, Corrosion Resistant Go-To Fastener Pack Of 10
✔️ 18-8 stainless, Type F point, hex washer head, 1/4-20, 1 in, Pack 10
These heavy-duty self-tapping screws are designed to thread into metal and plastic materials, delivering a secure fit in thick gauge panels, enclosures, and automotive components. They’re ideal where pre-tapping isn’t feasible and space above the head is limited.
✅ Material: 18-8 stainless steel with plain finish for corrosion resistance
✅ Head style: hex washer head with flange to spread load and protect surfaces
✅ Point and threads: Type F self-tapping point with machine threads for heavy gauge metal and plastic
✅ Size: 1/4-20 thread, 1 in length (6.35 mm dia, 25.4 mm long)
✅ Pack: 10 screws per pack
✅ Magnetic tendency: may be slightly magnetic in some environments
💡 What is a self tapping screw used for in metal and plastic assemblies? A handy fastener for creating threads in place and securing heavy gauge materials.
- Creates mating threads in thick metal sheets and tough plastics
- Eliminates pre-tapping by cutting threads as it goes
- Provides strong clamping with a flange-distributed load