S-96612A230 Length 1 1/2" Tapping Screws

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Enhanced Security: Tamper-resistant hex drive design prevents unauthorized removal, ideal for public or high-security applications.
• Superior Holding Power: Thread forming tapping method creates strong, permanent threads in sheet metal, eliminating the need for pre-tapped holes.
• Optimized for Sheet Metal: Pointed tip and specific thread design ensure easy starting and maximum penetration into materials up to 0.025" thick.
• Streamlined Installation: Fully threaded shank and right-hand thread direction provide consistent, high-strength engagement along the entire fastener length.
• Secure, Low-Profile Fastening: Rounded button head style offers a smooth finish that resists snagging while maintaining a strong clamp force.
• Environmental Compliance: Manufactured to be RoHS 3 and REACH compliant, ensuring they meet strict international environmental and safety standards.
• Precision Fit: Compatible with a standard No. 29 drill bit (0.136" diameter), ensuring correct hole size for reliable performance.

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

This No. 8-15 x 1-1/2" sheet metal screw is engineered to solve critical fastening challenges in industrial assembly. Its thread forming technology displaces material to create robust, strip-resistant threads without generating chips, making it perfect for durable assemblies in sheet metal enclosures, HVAC systems, and electronic chassis. The tamper-resistant hex drive provides vital security in public infrastructure or products requiring controlled access. The combination of a pointed tip for easy alignment and full threading ensures high clamp load and vibration resistance, reducing maintenance and failure in demanding environments.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This screw conforms to A/AB Tapping Screw Type standards with a No. 8 screw size and a 0.164" thread diameter with approximately 15 threads per inch. It is fully threaded with a right-hand thread direction and is designed for use with a No. 29 drill bit. The product is manufactured in compliance with RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) and REACH (EC 1907/2006) regulations.