S-90190A301 Length 2" Tapping Screws

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Superior corrosion resistance with zinc-plated steel construction, ensuring long-lasting performance in demanding industrial environments
• Efficient thread forming capability with A/AB tapping screw type, creating secure, permanent threads in sheet metal without pre-tapping
• Optimized drive engagement through Phillips No. 3 drive style, providing reliable torque transfer and reduced cam-out during installation
• Maximum material penetration with fully threaded 2" length and pointed tip, ensuring complete fastening through 0.025" maximum drilling thickness
• Enhanced head seating with standard pan head design, offering excellent bearing surface and preventing over-torquing in sheet metal applications
• Precision thread engagement with 0.216" diameter and 11 threads per inch, delivering consistent pull-out resistance and vibration resistance
• Regulatory compliance assurance meeting RoHS 3 and REACH standards, making them suitable for global industrial applications

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

These zinc-plated steel tapping screws deliver exceptional engineering value in sheet metal applications where reliable fastening is critical. The thread forming design eliminates the need for separate tapping operations, significantly reducing assembly time and labor costs in metal fabrication. The Phillips drive system ensures consistent installation torque while the fully threaded configuration provides maximum holding power across the entire fastener length. Engineered specifically for use with 3/16" drill bits, these screws create permanent, high-strength threads in materials up to 0.025" thickness, making them ideal for HVAC systems, electrical enclosures, automotive panels, and industrial equipment where vibration resistance and corrosion protection are essential requirements.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This No. 12 x 2" tapping screw features precise 0.216" thread diameter with 11 threads per inch and right-hand threading for standard industrial applications. Manufactured to A/AB screw type specifications with fully threaded shank and pointed tip for optimal penetration. The product maintains dimensional accuracy with standard pan head profile (0.425" diameter, 0.151" height) and complies with RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) and REACH (EC 1907/2006) environmental regulations, ensuring safe use across various industrial sectors.