S-92525A149 Length 7/8" Tapping Screws

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Superior corrosion resistance with 18-8 stainless steel construction, ensuring long-term reliability in demanding industrial environments
• Efficient thread-forming design creates secure mating threads in sheet metal without pre-tapping, reducing installation time and labor costs
• Optimized torque transfer through Phillips No. 2 drive system, preventing cam-out and ensuring consistent fastening performance
• Enhanced load distribution with pan head design (0.322" diameter), providing excellent bearing surface for secure sheet metal connections
• Full threading along 7/8" length delivers maximum grip strength and vibration resistance throughout the entire engagement area
• Environmental compliance assurance with RoHS 3 and REACH regulations, meeting strict international standards for industrial applications
• Precision dimensional accuracy with 0.164" thread diameter and 18 TPI, ensuring consistent performance and interchangeability

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

These 18-8 stainless steel tapping screws deliver exceptional value in sheet metal fabrication and assembly operations. The thread-forming design eliminates the need for separate tapping operations, significantly reducing production time while creating strong, permanent threads in metal substrates. The Phillips drive system provides reliable torque transmission during high-volume installation, minimizing driver slippage and damage to fastener heads. With full threading along the entire 7/8" length, these screws maintain consistent clamping force across the joint, preventing loosening under vibration - a critical consideration in automotive, electronics enclosure, and HVAC applications. The pan head configuration offers an optimal balance between low profile and sufficient bearing surface, making these industrial fasteners ideal for applications where space constraints and structural integrity are equally important.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This No. 8-18 tapping screw features precision thread forming with 0.164" diameter and 18 threads per inch, manufactured to standard inch dimensions. The Type B thread-forming screw design ensures proper thread engagement in sheet metal applications when used with recommended No. 29 drill bit (0.136" diameter). All components comply with RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) and REACH (EC 1907/2006) environmental regulations, providing assurance for use in regulated industries and international markets.