Value Collection HWTCIF03100750US-100BX Thread Cutting Screw

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION HWTCIF03100750US-100BX is a 5/16-18 UNC thread cutting screw designed for fastening applications where threads must be formed directly into the mating material during installation. The screw features a hex washer head with a hex drive and a Type F point, which cuts a clean thread path on entry. Constructed from Grade 2 steel with a zinc-plated finish, it resists corrosion in typical indoor and light industrial environments. The 0.75-inch length under head suits medium-depth fastening tasks in sheet metal, plastics, and similar substrates. Licensed tradespeople and maintenance technicians working on HVAC enclosures, electrical panels, and light structural assemblies commonly specify this fastener type.

This thread cutting screw is suited for use in residential and commercial trade applications where a self-threading fastener is required and a pre-tapped hole is not available or practical. The Type F point style is commonly applied in sheet metal work, equipment enclosures, and mechanical assembly tasks. The hex washer head provides a bearing surface that distributes clamp load and resists pull-through. The zinc plating makes it appropriate for dry or mildly humid indoor environments typically found in mechanical rooms, electrical enclosures, and light fabrication settings.

Key Features

• Type F point cuts threads on installation, eliminating the need for pre-tapped holes
• Hex washer head distributes clamping load and provides a positive drive surface
• Grade 2 steel construction provides adequate strength for light-to-medium duty fastening
• Zinc-plated finish offers corrosion resistance in dry and mildly humid indoor environments
• 5/16-18 UNC thread standard ensures broad compatibility with standard tooling
• 0.75-inch length under head suits medium-depth fastening in sheet metal and enclosure panels

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use fastener for applications requiring a 5/16-18 UNC thread cutting screw with a hex washer head and Type F point in sheet metal, equipment enclosures, and similar light structural substrates.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed with a standard hex driver or wrench sized to the 5/16-inch hex drive. Ensure the mating material is rated for thread cutting fasteners before installation, as the Type F point is intended for materials that accept formed threads. Do not overtighten, as thread stripping in thin-gauge materials is a common failure mode with thread cutting screws. Follow applicable mechanical and electrical codes when fastening within energized enclosures or panels.