Au-ve-co Products 23618 Hex Washer Head Sheet Metal Screw

Product Description

The AU-VE-CO PRODUCTS 23618 is a No. 8 hex washer head sheet metal screw designed for fast, reliable fastening in light-gauge sheet metal, ductwork, and similar thin-material assemblies. At 0.5 inches in length under the head, this screw delivers a compact profile suited to tight clearances. The hex washer head provides a built-in bearing surface that distributes clamping load and resists pull-through. The hex drive accepts a standard nut driver or hex bit, making installation fast with a drill or impact driver. Steel construction offers solid shear strength for mechanical and HVAC sheet metal work. This fastener is typically installed by HVAC technicians, sheet metal workers, and general trade contractors.

This screw is a standard choice for fabricating and assembling sheet metal ductwork, equipment panels, junction boxes, and enclosures. Type A and Type AB point geometry allows the screw to self-tap into light-gauge steel and similar thin sheet stock without a pre-drilled pilot hole in many applications. The compact 0.5-inch length makes it well suited for single or double-layer sheet metal connections where fastener protrusion is limited. Sold in quantities consistent with field and shop use, this screw is a common consumable on HVAC and light fabrication jobs.

Key Features

• No. 8 thread size for common sheet metal fastening applications
• 0.5-inch length under head for compact, low-protrusion installations
• Hex washer head distributes clamping load and resists pull-through
• Hex drive accepts standard nut driver or hex bit for fast installation
• Type A and Type AB point geometry for self-tapping into light-gauge sheet metal
• Steel construction for dependable shear strength in mechanical applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standard No. 8 hex washer head sheet metal screw for use in light-gauge steel ductwork, equipment panels, enclosures, and similar sheet metal assemblies typical in HVAC and general mechanical trade work.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by HVAC technicians, sheet metal workers, or general trade contractors using a nut driver, hex bit, or impact driver. De-energize and lock out any electrical or mechanical equipment before fastening panels or enclosures. Avoid overtorquing, as this can strip the self-tapped threads in thin sheet stock. Follow applicable mechanical and sheet metal codes for fastener spacing and edge-distance requirements.