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    Compare drilling, pointed, thread-forming, and thread-cutting tips to find the best choice for your material.

    Steel Phillips Rounded Head Thread-Forming Screws for Soft Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tapping Screws. Steel Phillips Rounded Head Thread-Forming Screws for Soft Metal.
    Create a vibration-resistant hold in soft metals, such as brass, aluminum, and bronze. Also known as Taptite®, these screws have a tri-lobular shank that presses threads into material for a tight fit. The unthreaded lead-in point starts threads cleanly and keeps the screw aligned in the hole. The Phillips drive handles enough torque to keep drivers from slipping and the rounded head creates a finished look.
    Length is measured from under the head.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common choice for areas with occasional exposure to moisture.
    Head,
    mm
    Lg.,
    mm
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Drive
    Size
    Shank Cross
    Section
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Zinc-Plated Steel
     
    M2 Screw Size
    641.6No. 0Tri-Lobe10094209A34300000
    841.6No. 0Tri-Lobe10094209A3440000
    1041.6No. 0Tri-Lobe10094209A3450000
     
    M2.5 Screw Size
    452No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3460000
    652No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3470000
    852No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3480000
    1052No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3490000
    1252No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3500000
    1652No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A35100000
    2052No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A35200000
     
    M3 Screw Size
    462.4No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A35300000
    562.4No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3540000
    662.4No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3550000
    862.4No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3560000
    1062.4No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3570000
    1262.4No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3580000
    1662.4No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3590000
    2062.4No. 1Tri-Lobe10094209A3600000
     
    M4 Screw Size
    683.1No. 2Tri-Lobe10094209A36100000
    883.1No. 2Tri-Lobe10094209A36200000
    1083.1No. 2Tri-Lobe10094209A36300000
    1283.1No. 2Tri-Lobe10094209A36400000
    1683.1No. 2Tri-Lobe10094209A36500000
    2083.1No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A3660000
    2583.1No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A3670000
    3083.1No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A3680000
     
    M5 Screw Size
    8103.8No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A3690000
    10103.8No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A3700000
    12103.8No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A37100000
    16103.8No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A37200000
    20103.8No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A37300000
    25103.8No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A37400000
    30103.8No. 2Tri-Lobe5094209A37500000
     
    M6 Screw Size
    10124.6No. 3Tri-Lobe5094209A37600000
    12124.6No. 3Tri-Lobe2594209A3770000
    16124.6No. 3Tri-Lobe2594209A3780000
    20124.6No. 3Tri-Lobe2594209A37900000
    25124.6No. 3Tri-Lobe2594209A38000000
    30124.6No. 3Tri-Lobe2594209A38100000
    40124.6No. 3Tri-Lobe2594209A38200000
     

    Steel Torx Plus Rounded Head Thread-Forming Screws for Soft Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tapping Screws. Steel Torx Plus Rounded Head Thread-Forming Screws for Soft Metal.
    The deep, six-lobe recess keeps drivers from slipping when installing these screws in soft metals such as brass, aluminum, and copper. Torx Plus drives withstand even more torque than Torx. Also known as Taptite® screws, these have a tri-lobular shank that presses threads into material for a tight fit. The unthreaded lead-in point starts threads cleanly and keeps the screw aligned in the hole. Their rounded head creates a finished look.
    Length is measured from under the head.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common choice for areas with occasional exposure to moisture.
    Head,
    mm
    Lg.,
    mm
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Drive
    Size
    Shank Cross
    Section
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Zinc-Plated Steel
     
    M1.4 Screw Size
    32.91.12IP5, T5Tri-Lobe2594209A111000000
    42.91.12IP5, T5Tri-Lobe2594209A11200000
    52.91.12IP5, T5Tri-Lobe2594209A11300000
    62.91.12IP5, T5Tri-Lobe2594209A11400000
     
    M1.6 Screw Size
    32.951.12IP5, T5Tri-Lobe2594209A21100000
    42.951.12IP5, T5Tri-Lobe2594209A21200000
    52.951.12IP5, T5Tri-Lobe2594209A21300000
    62.951.12IP5, T5Tri-Lobe2594209A21400000
     
    M2 Screw Size
    341.6IP6, T6Tri-Lobe2594209A31100000
    441.6IP6, T6Tri-Lobe2594209A31200000
    541.6IP6, T6Tri-Lobe2594209A31300000
    641.6IP6, T6Tri-Lobe2594209A31400000
    841.6IP6, T6Tri-Lobe2594209A31500000
    1041.6IP6, T6Tri-Lobe2594209A31600000
    1241.6IP6, T6Tri-Lobe2594209A31700000
     
    M2.5 Screw Size
    352.1IP8, T8Tri-Lobe2594209A41100000
    452.1IP8, T8Tri-Lobe2594209A41200000
    552.1IP8, T8Tri-Lobe2594209A41300000
    652.1IP8, T8Tri-Lobe2594209A41400000
    852.1IP8, T8Tri-Lobe2594209A41500000
    1252.1IP8, T8Tri-Lobe2594209A41700000
     
    M3 Screw Size
    65.452.3IP10, T10Tri-Lobe2594209A61500000
    85.452.3IP10, T10Tri-Lobe2594209A61900000
    105.452.3IP10, T10Tri-Lobe2594209A62200000
    125.452.3IP10, T10Tri-Lobe2594209A62600000
     
    M3.5 Screw Size
    86.82.45IP15, T15Tri-Lobe2594209A65100000
    126.82.45IP15, T15Tri-Lobe2594209A65900000
     
    M4 Screw Size
    87.82.95IP20, T20Tri-Lobe2594209A67600000
    107.82.95IP20, T20Tri-Lobe2594209A67800000
    127.82.95IP20, T20Tri-Lobe2594209A68200000
    167.82.95IP20, T20Tri-Lobe2594209A68500000
    207.82.95IP20, T20Tri-Lobe2594209A68700000
    257.82.95IP20, T20Tri-Lobe2594209A69000000
     
    M5 Screw Size
    109.33.55IP25, T25Tri-Lobe2594209A74000000
    129.33.55IP25, T25Tri-Lobe2594209A74400000
    169.33.55IP25, T25Tri-Lobe2594209A74700000
     
    M6 Screw Size
    1211.754.45IP30, T30Tri-Lobe2594209A78200000
    1611.754.45IP30, T30Tri-Lobe2594209A78700000
    2011.754.45IP30, T30Tri-Lobe2594209A79100000
    2511.754.45IP30, T30Tri-Lobe2594209A79600000
     

    Steel Flanged Hex Head Thread-Forming Screws for Soft Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tapping Screws. Steel Flanged Hex Head Thread-Forming Screws for Soft Metal.
    Apply higher torque than other screws can handle when driving into soft metals such as brass, aluminum, and bronze. These screws have a hex head that turns with a nutdriver or socket. Also known as Taptite®, their tri-lobular shank presses threads into material for a tight fit that resists vibration. An unthreaded lead-in point starts threads cleanly and keeps the screw aligned in the hole. The flange under the head spreads the load to prevent crushing thin material.
    Length is measured from under the head.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common choice for areas with occasional exposure to moisture.
    Head,
    mm
    Lg.,
    mm
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Flange
    Dia., mm
    Shank Cross
    Section
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Zinc-Plated Steel
     
    M4 Screw Size
    673.598.9Tri-Lobe10094209A318000000
    873.598.9Tri-Lobe10094209A31900000
    1073.598.9Tri-Lobe10094209A32000000
    1273.598.9Tri-Lobe5094209A3210000
    1673.598.9Tri-Lobe5094209A32200000
    2073.598.9Tri-Lobe5094209A32300000
     
    M5 Screw Size
    885.2510.4Tri-Lobe5094209A3240000
    1085.2510.4Tri-Lobe5094209A32500000
    1285.2510.4Tri-Lobe5094209A32600000
    1685.2510.4Tri-Lobe5094209A32700000
    2085.2510.4Tri-Lobe5094209A32800000
    2585.2510.4Tri-Lobe2594209A3290000
    3085.2510.4Tri-Lobe2594209A3300000
     
    M6 Screw Size
    8106.2513Tri-Lobe2594209A3310000
    10106.2513Tri-Lobe2594209A3320000
    12106.2513Tri-Lobe2594209A3330000
    16106.2513Tri-Lobe2594209A3340000
    20106.2513Tri-Lobe2594209A33500000
    25106.2513Tri-Lobe2594209A33600000
    30106.2513Tri-Lobe2594209A33700000
     
    M8 Screw Size
    16138.3517Tri-Lobe1094209A3380000
    20138.3517Tri-Lobe1094209A3390000
    25138.3517Tri-Lobe1094209A34000000
    30138.3517Tri-Lobe1094209A34100000
    40138.3517Tri-Lobe1094209A34200000
     

    Strip-Resistant Steel Torx Rounded Head Screws for Sheet Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tapping Screws. Strip-Resistant Steel Torx Rounded Head Screws for Sheet Metal.
    Threads with double spirals grab thin-gauge sheet metal for a secure hold without damaging the material. As these screws tap, the threads engage along the whole length to prevent overtightening and ruining the threads. Also known as Fastite, they have a triangular shank and may have a slightly different diameter than standard screws. The deep six-lobe recess (also called a star drive) withstands more torque than slotted, Phillips, and hex drives.
    Length is measured from under the head.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common choice for areas with occasional exposure to moisture.
    Head,
    mm
    Lg.,
    mm
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Tapping
    Screw Type
    Drive
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Shank Cross
    Section
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Zinc-Plated Steel
     
    M2 Screw Size
    64.21.8CAT61.5 mm
    Tri-Lobe2592750A556000000
     
    M2.5 Screw Size
    64.92.3CAT848 Ga.
    Tri-Lobe2592750A61100000
    84.92.3CAT848 Ga.
    Tri-Lobe2592750A61500000
     
    M3 Screw Size
    45.62.6CAT1042 Ga.
    Tri-Lobe2592750A65200000
    65.62.6CAT1042 Ga.
    Tri-Lobe2592750A65600000
    85.62.6CAT1042 Ga.
    Tri-Lobe2592750A66100000
    105.62.6CAT1042 Ga.
    Tri-Lobe2592750A66500000
     
    M4 Screw Size
    683.3CAT201/8"
    Tri-Lobe2592750A71200000
    883.3CAT201/8"
    Tri-Lobe2592750A71600000
    1083.3CAT201/8"
    Tri-Lobe2592750A72000000
     

    Steel Phillips Rounded Head Drilling Screws

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tapping Screws. Steel Phillips Rounded Head Drilling Screws.
    Image of Product. Back orientation. Tapping Screws. Steel Phillips Rounded Head Drilling Screws.
    Drill and fasten metal in one step and create a finished look with these rounded head screws. The Phillips drive withstands less torque than a hex drive, so apply even, steady pressure when drilling.
    Length is measured from under the head.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common choice for areas with occasional exposure to moisture.
    Drill
    Tip
    Head,
    mm
    Lg.,
    mm
    Point
    Size
    Lg.,
    mm
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Max. Drilling
    Thk., mm
    Drive
    Size
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Zinc-Plated Steel
     
    M2.9 Screw Size
    9.5No. 16.255.62.41.9No. 110090769A10100000
    13No. 16.45.62.41.9No. 110090769A1020000
    16No. 16.45.62.41.9No. 110090769A1030000
    19No. 16.55.62.41.9No. 110090769A1040000
     
    M3.5 Screw Size
    9.5No. 26.6572.62.25No. 210090769A1050000
    13No. 26.872.62.25No. 210090769A1060000
    16No. 26.872.62.25No. 210090769A1070000
    19No. 26.972.62.25No. 210090769A1080000
    32No. 26.972.62.25No. 210090769A11200000
     
    M3.9 Screw Size
    9.5No. 26.77.52.82.4No. 210090769A11300000
    13No. 27.27.52.82.4No. 210090769A1140000
    16No. 27.27.52.82.4No. 210090769A1150000
    19No. 27.37.52.82.4No. 210090769A1160000
    25No. 27.37.52.82.4No. 210090769A11800000
    50No. 27.57.52.82.4No. 210090769A12300000
     
    M4.2 Screw Size
    13No. 28.78.23.13No. 210090769A1240000
    16No. 28.78.23.13No. 210090769A1250000
    19No. 28.78.23.13No. 210090769A12600000
    22No. 28.78.23.13No. 210090769A12700000
    25No. 28.78.23.13No. 210090769A12800000
    50No. 298.23.13No. 25090769A13300000
     
    M4.8 Screw Size
    13No. 29.39.53.74.4No. 210090769A1340000
    16No. 210.29.53.74.4No. 210090769A13500000
    19No. 210.39.53.74.4No. 210090769A13600000
    22No. 210.39.53.74.4No. 210090769A13700000
    25No. 210.39.53.74.4No. 210090769A13800000
    32No. 210.59.53.74.4No. 25090769A1390000
    60No. 210.59.53.74.4No. 25090769A14400000
    120No. 210.59.53.74.4No. 21090769A1510000
     
    M5.5 Screw Size
    16No. 3111145.25No. 35090769A1520000
    19No. 3111145.25No. 35090769A1530000
    22No. 3111145.25No. 35090769A1540000
    25No. 3111145.25No. 35090769A15500000
    32No. 3111145.25No. 35090769A15600000
    50No. 3111145.25No. 32590769A1590000
    60No. 3111145.25No. 32590769A16100000
     
    M6.3 Screw Size
    16No. 31212.54.66No. 35090769A16400000
    19No. 31212.54.66No. 35090769A16500000
    22No. 31212.54.66No. 35090769A16600000
    25No. 31212.54.66No. 35090769A16700000
    32No. 31212.54.66No. 32590769A1680000
    50No. 31212.54.66No. 32590769A1720000
    100No. 31212.54.66No. 31090769A1770000
     
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