Value Collection 31835 12-24 Unc Thread Cutting Screw Hex

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 31835 is a 12-24 UNC thread cutting screw designed for creating mating threads in materials that lack pre-formed internal threads. Featuring a hex head drive type and a Type 1/Type D point, this fastener cuts a clean thread path on installation without requiring a tapped hole. Constructed from Grade 2 steel with a zinc-plated finish, it offers baseline corrosion resistance suitable for general-purpose indoor mechanical and light industrial assembly. At 3/4 inch under-hex length, it is sized for moderate-depth fastening applications. Licensed tradespeople and maintenance technicians commonly use this screw in sheet metal, light-gauge steel, and panel assembly work.

This screw is well-suited for residential and commercial trade applications where self-threading into sheet metal, thin-gauge steel brackets, or similar substrates is required. HVAC technicians frequently use 12-24 UNC thread cutting screws when securing cabinet panels, duct flanges, and equipment enclosures. Electricians and general maintenance trades also reach for this fastener when assembling electrical enclosures or mounting hardware to pre-drilled sheet metal surfaces. The hex head allows engagement with standard hex drivers and nut drivers, making installation fast in production or service environments.

Key Features

• Type 1/Type D point cuts threads on installation, eliminating the need for a pre-tapped hole
• Hex head design works with standard hex nut drivers and socket tools
• Grade 2 steel construction provides reliable strength for general-purpose fastening
• Zinc-plated finish adds corrosion resistance for typical indoor service environments
• 12-24 UNC thread standard for compatibility with common trade fastening applications
• 3/4 inch under-hex length suits moderate-depth panel and enclosure assembly

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 12-24 UNC thread cutting fastener for use in sheet metal, light-gauge steel, and similar substrates commonly encountered in HVAC, electrical, and mechanical trade applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed with a hex nut driver or appropriately sized socket. Ensure the substrate material and thickness are suitable for the thread cutting point type before driving. Apply consistent torque to avoid stripping the newly formed threads, particularly in thin-gauge material. Always follow applicable mechanical and electrical codes when using fasteners in code-governed assemblies.