Value Collection HTCIF03701500US-050BX Thread Cutting Screw

Product Description

The Value Collection HTCIF03701500US-050BX is a 3/8-16 UNC thread cutting screw designed for fastening applications that require the screw to form its own mating threads in a pre-drilled or punched hole. Built from Grade 2 steel with a zinc-plated finish, this screw measures 1.5 inches in length under the head and features a hex washer head with a Type F point. The Type F point is a standard thread-cutting geometry suitable for use in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The hex washer head provides bearing surface and is driven with a standard hex wrench or socket. This fastener is used by mechanical and electrical tradespeople and general contractors in metal fabrication and panel assembly work.

This screw is suited for installation in sheet metal, light structural steel, and similar substrates where a machine-screw thread must be cut into a pilot hole without a pre-tapped thread. Common applications include equipment enclosures, junction boxes, HVAC equipment panels, and light-gauge steel framing connections. The 3/8-16 UNC thread pitch is a coarse unified thread standard used widely in North American trade applications. This fastener is sold in a minimum order quantity of 5 pieces.

Key Features

• Type F thread-cutting point forms mating threads in pre-drilled metal without a pre-tapped hole
• 3/8-16 UNC coarse thread standard for broad compatibility with North American fastener tooling
• Hex washer head provides an integrated bearing surface and is driven with standard hex tooling
• Grade 2 steel construction for general-purpose mechanical strength
• Zinc-plated finish provides basic corrosion resistance in dry indoor environments
• 1.5-inch length under head suits moderate material stack-up in panel and enclosure assembly

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose thread cutting fastener for use in pre-drilled holes in ferrous and non-ferrous metal substrates requiring a 3/8-16 UNC thread form.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by mechanical, electrical, or HVAC technicians using a hex socket or wrench sized to the hex washer head. A correctly sized pilot hole must be drilled in the base material before driving the screw to ensure proper thread engagement and prevent fastener failure. Do not overtorque, as Grade 2 steel has lower proof load than higher-grade fasteners. Always follow applicable mechanical codes and equipment manufacturer guidelines for fastener selection and torque requirements.