Value Collection R58005172 No. 8 Flat Head Sheet Metal Screw

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R58005172 is a No. 8 flat head slotted sheet metal screw manufactured from Grade 316 stainless steel with an uncoated finish. At 1-1/4 inches overall length, it is sized for light- to medium-gauge sheet metal fastening in corrosive or moisture-prone environments. Grade 316 stainless steel provides superior resistance to chlorides and oxidation compared to Grade 304, making this screw suitable for marine, coastal, pool, chemical, and outdoor HVAC applications. The flat head profile seats flush with or slightly below the mating surface, reducing snag points on exposed panels and ductwork covers. Installation is done with a standard flat-blade screwdriver or slotted bit driver.

This screw is used in trade applications where corrosion resistance is a primary requirement. Typical installations include sheet metal ductwork enclosures, pool equipment panels, electrical junction box covers, and outdoor plumbing access covers exposed to humidity, salt air, or chemical splash. The No. 8 thread size is a common trade standard for light-gauge ferrous and non-ferrous sheet metal. This fastener is sold in minimum order quantities of 50 units per order.

Key Features

• Grade 316 stainless steel construction for superior corrosion and chloride resistance
• No. 8 thread size — standard for light- to medium-gauge sheet metal fastening
• 1-1/4 inch overall length for consistent thread engagement in panel and ductwork applications
• Flat head profile seats flush for clean, low-profile installation on exposed surfaces
• Slotted drive compatible with flat-blade screwdrivers and standard bit drivers
• Uncoated finish — material-native corrosion resistance without coating failure risk

Compatibility

Designed as a standard No. 8 sheet metal screw for use in light- to medium-gauge sheet metal panels, ductwork enclosures, and equipment covers where a flush-seating flat head and corrosion-resistant Grade 316 stainless steel are required.

Installation Notes

Sheet metal screws are installed by mechanical or HVAC technicians, plumbers, and electricians working with sheet metal panels, enclosures, and equipment covers. Power down or de-energize any electrical enclosure before fastening covers. Use a properly sized flat-blade bit to avoid cam-out and slot damage on stainless fasteners. Do not overtighten — stainless steel fasteners are susceptible to galling if driven under excessive torque without lubrication.