Value Collection 0808KSW No. 8 Self Drilling Screw 1/2 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0808KSW is a No. 8 self-drilling screw designed for fast, reliable fastening in light-gauge metal and similar substrates. It features a hex washer head with a slotted drive and a 2-point drill tip that cuts its own pilot hole, eliminating a separate drilling step. The shank is 1/2 inch in length under the head. Manufactured from AISI 1016/1024 carbon steel and finished with a zinc plating for corrosion resistance, this screw meets ASME B18.6.3 and SAE J78 standards. It is a practical general-purpose fastener for trade professionals working in HVAC, electrical, and light construction applications.

Self-drilling screws of this type are commonly used in sheet metal work, HVAC ductwork assembly, electrical enclosure mounting, and light structural framing. The hex washer head provides a broad bearing surface and positive wrench engagement, making it suitable for power-tool installation with a hex-driver bit or manual installation with a slotted screwdriver. The No. 8 size and 1/2-inch under-head length are standard choices for joining thin-gauge panels and brackets. This package contains 100 screws.

Key Features

• No. 8 size with a 2-point self-drilling tip — no pre-drilling required
• Hex washer head with slotted drive — compatible with hex-driver bits and flat-blade screwdrivers
• 1/2 inch length under head — suited for thin-gauge metal applications
• AISI 1016/1024 carbon steel construction — meets ASME B18.6.3 and SAE J78 standards
• Zinc-plated finish — provides basic corrosion resistance
• Package quantity of 100 screws per order

Compatibility

Designed as a standard No. 8 self-drilling fastener suitable for light-gauge sheet metal, HVAC ductwork, electrical enclosures, and similar thin-material applications where a drill-point screw is required.

Installation Notes

Self-drilling screws are typically installed by HVAC technicians, electricians, and sheet metal workers using a hex-driver bit in a power drill or impact driver set to a controlled torque setting. Always power down and de-energize electrical enclosures or HVAC equipment before fastening into live panels. Use the appropriate driver size to avoid stripping the slotted drive. Follow applicable codes such as SMACNA standards for duct assembly when used in HVAC installations.