Phillips Drive Pan Head Self Tapping Screws 18-8 Stainless Steel

Pan Head Self Tapping Screws are sharp threaded fasteners designed to attach thin materials such as sheet metal, plastic, or wood. Their pan shaped head features a flat top with gently rounded sides, resembling a shallow frying pan, hence the name.

How it Works:

• Taps (Cuts) threads as you drive it
• Requires a pilot hole

Phillips Drive:

• Designed to be self-centering, allowing faster engagement with power drivers
• Engineered cam-out at a preset torque to reduce overtightening and fastener damage
• While cam-out protects parts, it limits torque capacity, making Phillips drives less suitable for high-torquel applications

Point Types:

• Both Type A and Type AB Points are Self Tapping, meaning they can cut or form their own threads in the base material 

Common Uses:

• Securing sheet metal panels (ductwork, enclosures, roofing)
• Attaching brackets, hinges, or clips
• Electrical boxes or conduit straps
• Plastic and fiberglass parts
• Light construction and DIY repairs

 
The terms “18-8” and “304” are often used interchangeably in reference to Stainless Fasteners. 18-8 Stainless Steel generally provides better corrosion resistance in most indoor and outdoor environments compared to Zinc Plated or Hot Dip Galvanized Fasteners.

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