Hillman Fasteners 47153 Sheet Metal Screws 1/2 in No 8 Box 12

Product Description

The HILLMAN FASTENERS 47153 is a zinc-coated pan head Phillips sheet metal screw supplied in a box of 12. These screws measure 1/2 inch in length and are sized No. 8, making them a standard fastener for light-gauge sheet metal work across HVAC, electrical, and general trade applications. The zinc coating provides corrosion resistance in typical indoor and light-duty installation environments. The pan head profile seats flush against mating surfaces without countersinking, and the Phillips drive is compatible with standard power and hand drivers found on any job site.

These screws are used wherever sheet metal panels, ductwork covers, junction box tabs, and light-gauge metal brackets need to be joined or secured. The 1/2-inch length suits thin material stacks where a longer fastener would protrude or strip. HVAC technicians reach for this size when fastening duct access panels and equipment covers. Electricians use pan head sheet metal screws to secure enclosure knockouts and mounting tabs. General contractors use them for light framing track and metal furring applications.

Key Features

• Zinc coating for corrosion resistance in standard indoor environments
• Pan head profile requires no countersinking and seats flat against the work surface
• Phillips drive works with standard No. 2 Phillips bits and hand screwdrivers
• No. 8 diameter is a common trade-standard size for light-gauge sheet metal fastening
• Sold in a box of 12 units for small-quantity job site use

Compatibility

Designed as a standard No. 8 pan head Phillips sheet metal screw suitable for use with light-gauge sheet metal in HVAC, electrical, and general construction trade applications.

Installation Notes

Sheet metal screws are typically installed by HVAC technicians, electricians, and general contractors using a No. 2 Phillips bit with a power driver or hand screwdriver. When fastening near energized electrical components, de-energize the circuit and follow applicable NEC guidelines before beginning work. Avoid over-driving, as sheet metal threads are easily stripped in thin-gauge material. Use the correct pilot hole size for the gauge of metal being fastened to ensure proper thread engagement.