Value Collection R58005288 No 6 Sheet Metal Screw 3/8 Inch

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R58005288 is a No. 6 sheet metal screw with a hex washer head and slotted drive, measuring 3/8 inch in length under the head. Manufactured from Grade 316 stainless steel with an uncoated finish, this fastener is built for corrosive and high-moisture environments where standard carbon steel hardware would fail. The hex washer head provides a bearing surface that distributes clamping load across thin sheet metal, reducing distortion at the fastening point. Installation requires only a standard slotted screwdriver or flat-blade bit. This screw ships in a minimum order quantity of 100 pieces per order.

This screw is used in HVAC ductwork assembly, electrical enclosure fabrication, sheet metal fabrication shops, and general trade applications where a small-diameter, corrosion-resistant fastener is required. Grade 316 stainless steel makes it particularly well suited for coastal installations, pool equipment enclosures, marine environments, and chemical-exposure areas where Grade 304 or zinc-plated alternatives are not appropriate. HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, and sheet metal workers all commonly use this size and style of screw for panel attachment and equipment housing assembly.

Key Features

• Grade 316 stainless steel construction for superior corrosion resistance in harsh and high-moisture environments
• No. 6 thread size with 3/8 inch length under head for light-gauge sheet metal applications
• Hex washer head style distributes load and reduces sheet distortion during installation
• Slotted drive compatible with standard flat-blade screwdrivers and bits
• Uncoated finish — no risk of coating flaking or contaminating sensitive assemblies
• Sold in multiples of 100 for job-site and shop use

Compatibility

Designed as a standard No. 6 hex washer head sheet metal screw suitable for light-gauge sheet metal panels, HVAC duct flanges, electrical enclosures, and similar thin-metal fastening applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed with a flat-blade screwdriver or slotted bit driver. Pre-drilling a pilot hole is recommended for harder gauge materials to prevent sheet distortion and reduce drive-out risk. Ensure the mating sheet metal is clean and free of burrs before driving. Grade 316 stainless fasteners should not be mixed with carbon steel hardware in the same assembly to avoid galvanic corrosion at the joint.