Hot Picks 8 X 1/2″ Type B Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws Indented Hex Washer Head Slotted Drive 18/8 Stainless Steel (5000/Pkg.)

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.