Design
Hex Head: The hexagonal shape allows for easy tightening with a wrench or socket, providing greater torque and control during installation.
Slotted Drive: The slot in the head allows for installation with a flathead screwdriver, offering versatility in the tools that can be used.
Integrated Washer: The built-in washer under the head distributes the load over a larger area, reducing the risk of the screw pulling through the material and providing a more secure fastening.
Sharp Threads: The threads are typically sharp and designed to cut into sheet metal, creating a secure hold.
Threading to the Tip: The threads usually extend all the way to the tip of the screw, allowing for quick penetration and effective threading into the material.
Materials
Steel: Commonly used for its strength and durability.
Stainless Steel: Provides excellent corrosion resistance, suitable for outdoor or harsh environments.
Available in different lengths and diameters to suit various applications and material thicknesses.
Point Types: Can have a sharp point for easier penetration into softer materials or a drill point for drilling into harder materials without pre-drilling.
Applications
Construction: Used in securing metal roofing, siding, and other sheet metal components.
HVAC: Commonly used in the installation of ductwork and other HVAC systems.
Automotive: Employed in attaching body panels and other sheet metal parts.
Electronics: Used in securing components in enclosures and chassis.
General Assembly: Suitable for a variety of tasks involving sheet metal fastening.
