Value Collection 0306MSP Machine Screw 3-48 Pan Head Slotted

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0306MSP is a 3-48 pan head machine screw designed for precision fastening in light-duty mechanical assemblies. Manufactured from steel with a zinc finish, this screw measures 0.375 inches under the head and features a slotted drive for standard flathead screwdrivers. It meets ASME B18.6.3 and SAE J82 standards, making it a dependable choice for applications requiring dimensional consistency and corrosion resistance. Licensed technicians, machinists, and assembly professionals use this fastener where a low-profile pan head and a unified fine-thread 3-48 specification are required. Sold individually per package with a minimum order quantity of 100 units.

This screw is suited for residential and commercial equipment assemblies, control panel work, and light mechanical enclosures where a 3-48 thread pitch is specified. The pan head profile distributes clamping load evenly across thin sheet metal and plastic substrates. The zinc coating provides basic corrosion protection in indoor environments. Electricians, HVAC technicians, and equipment assemblers commonly use this fastener when securing terminal blocks, small brackets, and enclosure panels to chassis or frames.

Key Features

• 3-48 unified fine thread for precise engagement in tapped holes
• Pan head profile provides a broad bearing surface for thin materials
• Slotted drive compatible with standard flathead screwdrivers
• Zinc finish offers basic indoor corrosion resistance
• Meets ASME B18.6.3 and SAE J82 dimensional standards
• Steel construction for reliable clamping strength in light-duty applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 3-48 pan head machine screw for use in any application specifying a 3-48 thread, 0.375-inch length under head, slotted drive, and pan head profile per ASME B18.6.3.

Installation Notes

Install using a flathead screwdriver sized to the slotted drive recess to avoid cam-out or head damage. Verify the mating tapped hole is clean and correctly sized for a 3-48 thread before driving the screw. Do not overtighten in plastic or thin sheet metal substrates, as the pan head can pull through if excess torque is applied. Power down any electrical equipment before fastening screws inside control panels or enclosures, following applicable NEC guidelines.