Value Collection R50000202 Size 8 Hex Washer Slotted Sheet Metal Screw

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R50000202 is a Size 8 sheet metal screw designed for fastening light-gauge metal components in HVAC, electrical, and general sheet metal fabrication work. It features a hex washer head with a slotted drive, allowing installation with either a standard flat-blade screwdriver or a hex-drive bit. The screw measures 1.25 inches in length under the head and is manufactured from Grade 2 steel with a zinc finish that provides basic corrosion resistance in dry or mildly humid environments. The Type AB point enables self-starting penetration into pre-punched or drilled sheet metal without requiring a separate tapping step.

This fastener is suited for residential and light commercial applications including HVAC ductwork assembly, electrical enclosure mounting, sheet metal panel attachment, and general trade fabrication tasks. The hex washer head distributes clamping load across the material surface and resists cam-out under power-driver torque. This screw is sold in minimum order quantities of 100 units, making it appropriate for job-site replenishment and contractor hardware stock.

Key Features

• Size 8 thread for reliable engagement in standard light-gauge sheet metal
• 1.25-inch length under head suits typical panel and duct wall thickness ranges
• Hex washer head accepts flat-blade or hex-drive installation tools
• Slotted drive provides a secondary drive option in tight or awkward access points
• Type AB point self-starts in pre-punched or drilled holes without a tap
• Zinc finish offers basic protection against oxidation in dry service environments

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and general-use fastener for light-gauge sheet metal assemblies common in HVAC ductwork, electrical enclosures, and fabricated metal panels.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by HVAC technicians, electricians, or sheet metal workers using a flat-blade screwdriver or a hex-driver bit at appropriate speed to avoid stripping the slotted drive. Confirm the base material gauge is compatible with a Size 8 Type AB thread before driving. Avoid over-torquing, which can strip the sheet metal thread engagement. Follow applicable codes such as SMACNA duct construction standards where fastener spacing and type are specified.