High-Quality Self-Tapping Screws

What is a Self-Tapping Screw?

A self-tapping screw (often referred to as a sheet metal screw or simply a tapping screw) is a specialized fastener designed to cut its own precise mating threads as it is driven into a pre-drilled hole. Manufactured from heavy-duty, industrial-grade materials, these highly versatile fasteners provide exceptionally tight, vibration-resistant joints across a wide range of substrates, including thin metals, plastics, and dense woods.

Available Thread Types and Design Styles

To ensure optimal grip and performance within your specific substrate, our self-tapping screws are manufactured in several distinct thread types, each engineered for a unique application:

• Type A: Designed with a fairly sharp point and wider-spaced threads, making them ideal for rapid self-starting in thin sheet metal or resin-filled plywood.
• Type AB: Features a similar sharp point to Type A, but engineered with more threads per inch (a finer thread pitch) to prevent cracking or splitting when driven into more brittle materials.
• Type B: Engineered with a blunt end and a finer thread pitch. These are best suited for driving into pre-drilled thru-holes in plastics, non-ferrous heavy metals, and thin castings.
• U-Drive Screws: A specialized tapping screw featuring a rounded head and multiple starting threads, designed to be hammered or pressed into castings and plastics for a permanent, tamper-resistant hold.

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Have a question about our manufactured self-tapping screws or need help selecting the correct thread type for your material? Contact our team by using our secure online form to submit your project details. You can also give us a call today to speak directly with our fastener specialists. We look forward to speaking with you!