Value Collection R52000970 10-32 Unf Hex Thread Cutting Screw

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R52000970 is a 10-32 UNF hex head thread cutting screw with a Type F point, designed for creating mating threads in pre-drilled holes during assembly and installation work. Manufactured from AISI 1016-1024 steel with a zinc-plated finish for corrosion resistance, this screw measures 3/8 inch in length under the head. The hex drive head accepts a standard wrench or hex socket, allowing consistent torque application in tight spaces. Licensed trades and maintenance technicians use these fasteners in panel assembly, equipment enclosures, sheet metal work, and mechanical component mounting across HVAC, electrical, and general trade applications.

This thread cutting screw is suited for residential and commercial trade work where a secure threaded connection is needed in metal or other machinable substrates without a pre-tapped hole. The Type F point features a blunt, tapered tip with cutting flutes that form threads as the screw is driven, making it appropriate for use in softer metals and some plastics common in equipment panels and junction boxes. Sold in minimum order quantities of 100 pieces per order.

Key Features

• 10-32 UNF thread size for fine-pitch threading in metal substrates
• Type F point cuts threads on installation, eliminating need for pre-tapped holes
• Hex head drive accepts standard wrench or socket for controlled torque
• Zinc-plated AISI 1016-1024 steel construction for strength and corrosion resistance
• Meets ASME B18.6.3, ASME B18.6.4, and SAE J933 standards
• 3/8 inch under-head length suits thin-gauge panel and enclosure applications

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose OEM-style thread cutting fastener for use in metal panels, enclosures, and mechanical assemblies requiring a 10-32 UNF fine-thread connection.

Installation Notes

Thread cutting screws should be driven with the correct hex wrench or socket to avoid rounding the head. A properly sized pilot hole in the base material is required before driving; consult material and screw manufacturer tables for correct pilot hole diameter. Avoid over-torquing, which can strip the newly formed threads in softer base materials. Installers should follow applicable mechanical and electrical code requirements for fastener selection in their jurisdiction.