Value Collection 1432FPP 1/4-20 Unc Pan Head Thread Cutting Screw

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 1432FPP is a Type F thread cutting screw designed for fastening into metal and similar materials without a pre-tapped hole. The screw features a 1/4-20 UNC thread form, a pan head profile, and a No. 3 Phillips drive. It is manufactured from 1016-1024 steel and finished with zinc plating for corrosion resistance. At 2 inches length under head, it suits medium-depth fastening applications. This screw is sold in minimum order quantities of 100 units, making it appropriate for contractors, maintenance shops, and industrial tradespeople who require consistent fastener supply for repetitive assembly or installation tasks.

Thread cutting screws of this type are commonly used in HVAC sheet metal work, electrical enclosures, light-gauge steel framing, and general trade applications where self-threading into a drilled or punched hole is required. The Type F point cuts a clean thread path on first drive, reducing the need for tapping operations. The pan head profile distributes clamping load over a wider bearing surface, making it well suited for thin-gauge metal panels and covers found in mechanical and electrical equipment.

Key Features

• Type F point cuts threads directly into drilled or punched holes — no tapping required
• 1/4-20 UNC thread form for broad compatibility with standard clearance holes
• Pan head profile provides wide bearing surface on thin-gauge materials
• No. 3 Phillips drive reduces cam-out risk with standard Phillips bits
• Zinc plating provides corrosion resistance for indoor and protected outdoor installations
• 1016-1024 steel construction meets AISI 1016, ASME B18.6.3, ASME B18.6.4, and SAE J933 standards

Compatibility

Designed for use in light-gauge steel, sheet metal, and similar materials requiring a thread cutting fastener with a 1/4-20 UNC thread form and pan head profile.

Installation Notes

Thread cutting screws must be driven into a correctly sized drilled or punched pilot hole — consult the fastener manufacturer or applicable standards for pilot hole diameter based on material type and gauge. Use a Phillips No. 3 driver bit to avoid stripping the drive recess. Power down or de-energize any equipment before fastening into electrical enclosures or mechanical assemblies. Refer to NEC or applicable mechanical codes for fastener requirements in code-governed installations.