S-96817A935 Length 10 mm Tapping Screws

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Superior corrosion resistance with 18-8 stainless steel construction, ideal for demanding environments and extended service life.
• Enhanced torque transmission and reduced cam-out thanks to the Torx Plus IP15 drive, ensuring secure fastening and preventing tool slippage.
• Efficient thread forming in plastics creates strong, reliable threads without pre-tapping, streamlining the assembly process.
• Rounded pan head design provides a low-profile, finished appearance while minimizing surface damage.
• Full threading and blunt tip allow for easy starting and consistent engagement throughout the material thickness.
• Precision M3.5 x 10mm metric sizing with a 1.29mm pitch ensures a perfect fit and predictable performance in designated applications.
• Compliance with major environmental regulations including RoHS 3 and REACH, ensuring safety and regulatory acceptance for your products.

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

This M3.5 TRS thread forming screw is engineered specifically for high-performance fastening in plastic applications. The 18-8 Stainless Steel material offers excellent resistance to oxidation and corrosion, which is critical in electronics enclosures, automotive components, and outdoor equipment where environmental factors are a concern. The Torx Plus drive (IP15/T15) delivers superior torque transfer compared to traditional drives, reducing the risk of head stripping and improving assembly line efficiency. As a thread forming screw, it displaces plastic material to create strong, load-bearing internal threads without generating chips, eliminating cleanup and potential short circuits in sensitive assemblies. The combination of a blunt tip and fully threaded design ensures easy alignment and maximum thread engagement, providing reliable, vibration-resistant joints in thermoplastic and thermoset materials.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This screw conforms to standard metric M3.5 x 10mm dimensions with an approximate thread pitch of 1.29mm. It features a rounded pan head with a diameter of 5.92mm and is designed for use with a No. 34 drill bit (0.111"). The fastener is manufactured to precise specifications for reliable performance and is fully compliant with RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) and REACH (EC 1907/2006) regulations, ensuring it meets stringent environmental and safety standards for industrial use.