Order Now 12 X 1/2″ Type B Self Tapping Sheet Metal Screws Pan Head Phillips Drive Steel Black Zinc & Bake (5000/Pkg.)

Type B self tapping sheet metal screws feature a pan head and Phillips drive for secure fastening in light to moderate gauge steel assemblies. The baked-on black zinc finish provides corrosion protection and wear resistance for long-term service in enclosed equipment.

Specs

Diameter: #12

Length: 1/2 inch

Finish: Black Zinc & Bake

Drive type: Phillips

Material grade: Steel

Thread type: Type B self tapping

Features

Self tapping capability: Forms its own mating thread in sheet metal, enabling rapid assembly without pre-threaded holes.

Head geometry: Pan head provides broad load distribution and flush seating in panel assemblies, reducing pull-out risk.

Drive reliability: Phillips drive supports stable engagement with standard screwdrivers and power bits, minimizing cam-out during installation.

Finish and protection: Black Zinc with bake coating enhances surface hardness and corrosion resistance for indoor metallic enclosures and equipment housings.

Recommended applications: Enclosures, electrical panels, appliance housings, and mechanical brackets where reliable sheet metal fastening is required.

Material considerations: Steel base delivers adequate strength for typical sheet metal fastening scenarios; select appropriate pilot hole size and installation torque for optimal thread formation.