Value Collection 0205U Round Head Sheet Metal Screw 5/16 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0205U is a No. 2 round head sheet metal screw manufactured from Grade 1016-1024 steel with a zinc-plated finish. It measures 5/16 inches in length under the head and features a Type U point, which is a blunt, interference-fit drive point designed for press or hammer installation into pre-punched or drilled holes in thin sheet metal. The zinc plating provides basic corrosion resistance for light-duty indoor and outdoor applications. This fastener meets AISI 1016, ASME B18.6.3, and ASME B18.6.4 standards, making it suitable for production and assembly environments where dimensional consistency is required. It is commonly installed by electricians, HVAC technicians, sheet metal workers, and general contractors.

This screw is used in light-gauge sheet metal fabrication and assembly, including HVAC ductwork, electrical enclosures, junction boxes, and thin-panel assemblies. The Type U point is suited for applications where the fastener is pressed or driven into a pre-formed hole rather than threaded in with a driver. The small No. 2 size and short 5/16-inch length under the head make it appropriate for securing thin metal panels where minimal material thickness is present and thread engagement is limited to the sheet stock itself.

Key Features

• Type U blunt point for press-fit or hammer-drive installation into pre-punched holes
• Round head profile provides a low-profile, finished appearance on exposed sheet metal surfaces
• Grade 1016-1024 steel construction meets AISI 1016 and ASME B18.6.3 and B18.6.4 dimensional standards
• Zinc-plated finish for basic corrosion resistance in general-duty environments
• No. 2 thread size and 5/16-inch length suited for thin-gauge sheet metal work

Compatibility

Designed as a standard inch-series sheet metal fastener for use in thin-gauge steel assemblies, HVAC ductwork, electrical enclosures, and similar light sheet metal fabrication applications requiring a No. 2 round head Type U screw.

Installation Notes

Type U point screws are driven into pre-punched or drilled holes using a hammer or press rather than a screwdriver, and the hole size must be matched correctly to the fastener diameter for proper interference fit. Sheet metal workers and HVAC technicians should verify hole diameter against the fastener specification before installation to ensure holding strength. Wear appropriate hand and eye protection during hammer or press installation. These fasteners are not intended for removal and reinstallation after initial drive.