Value Collection -38342-3 No. 12 Pan Head Phillips Screw 50pk

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION -38342-3 is a No. 12 pan head Phillips drive sheet metal screw designed for fast, reliable fastening in light-gauge metal assemblies. Measuring 1 inch in length under head, it features a Type AB point for self-starting in pre-punched or drilled sheet metal without the need for a nut or insert. Constructed from Grade 2 steel with a zinc finish, it provides corrosion resistance suitable for general indoor and light-duty applications. This package contains 50 screws, making it practical for service calls, maintenance work, and production tasks where consistent hardware supply matters.

These screws are suited for HVAC ductwork assembly, electrical enclosure fabrication, light structural sheet metal work, and general trade maintenance. The No. 12 thread size and pan head profile are widely used in situations requiring a broad bearing surface with moderate clamping force. The Phillips drive is compatible with standard power drivers and hand screwdrivers commonly carried by HVAC technicians, electricians, and sheet metal workers.

Key Features

• No. 12 thread size with Type AB self-starting point for use in pre-punched or drilled sheet metal
• 1 inch length under head for consistent depth in light-gauge applications
• Pan head profile provides a wide bearing surface and low-profile finish
• Phillips drive compatible with standard power drivers and hand tools
• Grade 2 steel construction with zinc finish for general corrosion resistance
• 50-piece package quantity supports trade-volume work and service stock

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose sheet metal screw for use in light-gauge metal panels, enclosures, ductwork, and similar sheet metal assemblies where a No. 12 pan head Phillips fastener is specified.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by sheet metal workers, HVAC technicians, and electricians using standard Phillips-tip power drivers or hand screwdrivers. Ensure the receiving material is pre-punched or drilled to the appropriate pilot hole size for the No. 12 Type AB thread before driving. Do not overdrive — pan head screws can strip or deform thin sheet metal if excessive torque is applied. Follow applicable codes for fastener type and spacing when used in duct systems or electrical enclosures.