S-90065A203 Length 1 1/2" Tapping Screws

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Corrosion-resistant 18-8 stainless steel construction ensures long-term durability and reliability in demanding industrial environments.
• Thread forming Type A design creates strong, secure threads in sheet metal without pre-tapping, reducing installation time and tooling costs.
• Fully threaded shank provides maximum grip and holding power along the entire fastener length for superior load distribution.
• Phillips flat head with standard profile allows for flush mounting and easy installation with common driving tools.
• Precise dimensional compatibility with No. 29 drill bits and 82° countersink angles ensures perfect fit and optimal performance in sheet metal applications.
• RoHS 3 and REACH compliance guarantees environmental safety and regulatory acceptance for global industrial use.
• Right-hand threading with consistent 15 TPI delivers reliable, standardized fastening performance across production runs.

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

This 18-8 stainless steel tapping screw is specifically engineered for sheet metal assembly where corrosion resistance and structural integrity are paramount. The thread forming Type A technology eliminates the need for separate tapping operations, significantly reducing labor costs and potential cross-threading issues in high-volume manufacturing. The fully threaded design ensures maximum contact surface area, distributing stress evenly and preventing loosening under vibration - a critical advantage in automotive, electronics enclosure, and HVAC applications. The Phillips flat head configuration provides a clean, flush finish while the precise 82° countersink angle matches standard sheet metal preparation tools, ensuring perfect seating every time. This combination of material strength and engineered threading makes it an ideal solution for permanent, vibration-resistant fastening in thin-gauge materials.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This No. 8-15 x 1-1/2" tapping screw features inch system measurements with 0.164" thread diameter and 15 threads per inch precision threading. Manufactured to industry standards for Type A thread forming screws, it demonstrates consistent dimensional accuracy suitable for sheet metal applications requiring 0.025" maximum drilling thickness. The product is fully compliant with RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) and REACH (EC 1907/2006) environmental regulations, ensuring safe use in regulated industries worldwide.