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Metallics TSP81M 12 x 5/8 in. Pan Head Phillips Sharp Point Tapping Screws - Steel Zinc - 1000qty

Metallics TSP81M 12 x 5/8 in. Pan Head Phillips Sharp Point Tapping Screws - Steel Zinc - Each

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12 x 5/8 in. Pan Head Phillips Sharp Point Tapping Screws - Steel Zinc - 1000qty

  • Additional Notes

    • Other sizes and quantities available by request | Dimensions for #9 diameter are independent of ASME B18.6.4

  • Features

    • Steel Zinc Material
    • Pan head with Phillips Drive
    • 12 Diameter, 5/8" Length

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Minimum Purchase:
1000 units
Arra Compliant:
N
Buy American Compliant:
No
Dimensional Standard:
ASME B18.6.3-2013
Division:
Electrical H1
Drive Type:
Phillips
Driver Size:
#3
Fastener Head Height:
0.139 - 0.151 in.
Fastener Head Type:
Pan
Fastener Head Width:
0.407 - 0.425 in.
Fastener Length:
8-May
Hardness:
Rockwell C28 - 38
Language Code:
EN
Material Standard:
AISI 1016 - 1024
Order Minimum Imperial:
1000
Order Minimum Uom Imperial:
TH
Pack Type:
Jar
Phillips Recess Depth:
0.141
Phillips Recess Diameter:
0.246 - 0.259
Phillips Recess Width:
0.034
Product Group:
Fasteners
Screw Point Type:
Gimlet Point
Sub Division:
Electrical-E H2
Thread Per Inch:
11
Thread Standard:
ASME B18.6.4
Torsional Strength:
83 lb-in minimum
Department:
Electrical
Product Subgroup:
Screws
Product Type:
Type A Tapping Screw
Type2:
Type A Tapping Screw
Series:
JTSP
Product Finish:
Zinc
Product Details:
Type A Tapping Screw
Product Material:
Steel Zinc

Metallics TSP81M – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is a Type A tapping screw and what is the Metallics TSP81M used for?
The TSP81M is a #12 x 5/8 in. Type A tapping screw, meaning it has a sharp gimlet point and a coarse 11 threads per inch. The point lets it start in a pilot hole in thin sheet metal and form its own thread as it drives, so it's used for sheet metal boxes, straps, duct, and light-gauge channel rather than structural steel. Pan head with a Phillips recess, steel with a zinc finish.
2) Will these screws meet Buy American or ARRA requirements on a federal job?
No. The TSP81M is not Buy American compliant and is not ARRA compliant, and country of origin is listed as multiple. If your contract carries a domestic-sourcing clause, these will not satisfy it.
3) Do I need to drill a pilot hole for a Type A sharp point screw?
In thin sheet metal the gimlet point on this #12 screw can start in a small pilot or punched hole and cut its own thread with the 11 TPI coarse pitch. These are not self-drilling screws, there is no drill flute at the tip, so in heavier gauge material you still drill a pilot first. For material thick enough to need drilling as you go, use a self-drilling Type AB or TEK-style screw instead.
4) What size Phillips bit do I need for a #12 pan head tapping screw?
Use a #3 Phillips driver. The recess on the TSP81M runs 0.246 to 0.259 in. diameter at 0.141 in. deep, which is bigger than a #2 bit is cut for, so a #2 will cam out and chew the recess under power.
5) Are the Metallics zinc tapping screws rated for outdoor or wet locations?
These are carbon steel with a zinc plating, made to AISI 1016 to 1024 steel. Zinc plating is a dry-location and indoor finish; it will corrode in standing water, on a roof, or in a corrosive environment. For exterior or damp use, specify a stainless steel tapping screw instead.
6) What standards do these #12 tapping screws conform to?
Head and recess dimensions follow ASME B18.6.3-2013, and the thread form follows ASME B18.6.4, the standard for tapping screws. If your drawing calls out a B18.6.4 Type A sheet metal screw, this meets that callout. Note that for Metallics screws in the #9 diameter, dimensions are independent of B18.6.4.
7) How are these sold, and what is the minimum order quantity?
The TSP81M ships in a jar of 1,000 screws, which is the order minimum. It is sold by the thousand rather than by the piece, so one unit gets you a full jar. Other sizes and quantities can be arranged by request.
How fast can I get the Metallics TSP81M delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Metallics TSP81M come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics TSP81M is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Metallics TSP81M?
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