Value Collection PPTCFIF-1000500-100BX 10-32 Thread Cutting Screw

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION PPTCFIF-1000500-100BX is a 10-32 UNF thread cutting screw designed for use in metal fastening applications where a machine-thread fit is needed without a pre-tapped hole. This screw features a pan head profile, Phillips drive, and a Type F point that cuts its own mating thread as it is driven. It is manufactured from Grade 2 steel with a zinc-plated finish for basic corrosion resistance. The 1/2-inch length under head suits thin-to-medium gauge metal assemblies. Electricians, HVAC technicians, and equipment service professionals commonly use this screw type for panel, enclosure, and bracket work. Each box contains 100 screws.

This screw is suited for light-duty metal fastening in residential and commercial applications. Typical uses include securing electrical panels, HVAC cabinet components, junction box covers, and equipment brackets where a self-threading fastener in steel or aluminum sheet is required. The pan head provides a wide bearing surface with a low-profile dome, and the Phillips drive is compatible with standard power and hand tools. The Type F point is specifically designed to cut threads into pre-drilled holes in ferrous and non-ferrous metals rather than displacing material like a sheet metal screw.

Key Features

• 10-32 UNF thread size for standard machine-thread fitment in metal
• Type F point cuts mating threads into pre-drilled metal holes
• Pan head profile with Phillips drive for broad bearing surface and common tool compatibility
• Grade 2 steel construction for reliable strength in light-duty fastening
• Zinc-plated finish provides basic corrosion protection in dry indoor environments
• Sold in a box of 100 screws to support production and service volume needs

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 10-32 UNF thread cutting fastener suitable for use in pre-drilled holes in thin steel, aluminum, and similar materials commonly found in HVAC cabinets, electrical enclosures, and equipment panels.

Installation Notes

Install with a Phillips screwdriver or bit driver; a pre-drilled clearance hole sized for the thread cutting point is required before driving. Ensure the workpiece is de-energized and isolated from power before fastening any electrical enclosure or panel component. Do not overdrive — pan head screws in sheet metal applications are prone to thread stripping if torque is not controlled. Follow applicable NEC or equipment manufacturer guidelines for fastener requirements in electrical enclosures.