Value Collection SMPPI-1002500-100BX Sheet Metal Screw No. 10

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SMPPI-1002500-100BX is a No. 10 pan head sheet metal screw designed for fast, reliable fastening in thin metal assemblies. It features a Phillips drive and a Type AB point, which combines a thread-forming tip with coarse threads for quick starts in light-gauge sheet metal, HVAC ductwork, electrical enclosures, and similar applications. The screw measures 2.5 inches under the head and is manufactured from Grade 2 steel with a zinc finish that provides corrosion resistance in standard indoor environments. This box contains 100 screws, making it suitable for production-volume work on service calls or shop fabrication.

This fastener is widely used by HVAC technicians, sheet metal fabricators, and electricians for securing duct panels, junction box covers, equipment access panels, and light-gauge metal brackets. The pan head profile provides a low-profile bearing surface with a broad clamping area, suitable for applications where a flush or countersunk head is not required. The zinc finish is appropriate for interior or sheltered exterior assemblies where moderate corrosion protection is needed.

Key Features

• Type AB point for fast thread engagement in light-gauge sheet metal without pre-tapping
• Pan head profile distributes clamping load across a wide bearing surface
• Phillips drive compatible with standard power drivers and hand screwdrivers
• Grade 2 steel construction with zinc finish for corrosion resistance in interior applications
• 2.5-inch length under head accommodates stacked or thicker material assemblies
• Box of 100 supports high-volume installation or stocking on service vehicles

Compatibility

Designed as a standard No. 10 Type AB pan head sheet metal screw suitable for light-gauge steel, aluminum, and similar thin-metal substrates commonly encountered in HVAC, electrical, and sheet metal fabrication work.

Installation Notes

Sheet metal screws should be installed by a qualified technician using a power driver or manual screwdriver sized for a Phillips bit. Pre-drilling a pilot hole is not required with Type AB point screws but may be used in harder substrates or thicker gauges to prevent material distortion. Do not overtighten, as stripping threads in light-gauge metal will compromise the joint. Follow applicable codes such as SMACNA standards for duct fastening patterns and spacing when used in HVAC ductwork assemblies.