Midwest Fasteners 31428 14 x 3/4" Black Oxide Slotted Truss Head Tapping Screw

Midwest Fasteners 31428 14 x 3/4" Black Oxide Slotted Truss Head Tapping Screw

The Midwest Fasteners 31428 is a 14 x 3/4" slotted truss head tapping screw finished in black oxide with a black color to match dark hardware and fixtures. Tapping screws like this one cut their own mating threads into pre-drilled holes or thin material, making them a go-to choice when you need a clean, low-profile fastening solution without a separate nut. The truss head sits wide and low, spreading clamping force over a larger surface area while keeping the slotted drive accessible with a common flat-blade screwdriver. Sold Each, this screw is ready for shop, cabinet, and fixture work where a discreet black finish and a dependable thread-forming screw are required.

Key Features

• Size: 14 x 3/4" — a compact length suited for thin-gauge material and light assembly work.
• Material & Finish: Black oxide finish provides a low-luster black appearance and added surface protection compared to bare steel.
• Product Color: Black, for a clean, blended look on dark panels, enclosures, and fixtures.
• Head & Drive: Truss head with a slotted drive distributes load over a wide bearing surface while remaining easy to drive and remove with a standard flat-blade screwdriver.
• Type: Tapping screw — forms its own mating threads as it's driven, eliminating the need for a separate nut in many applications.
• Package: Sold Each.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Tapping Screw
• Product Finish: Black Oxide
• Product Color: Black
• Product Size: 14x3/4"
• Package: Each

Typical Applications

• Fastening sheet metal panels and light-gauge enclosures where a low-profile black head is preferred
• Cabinet and fixture assembly where a self-tapping thread simplifies installation into pre-drilled holes
• General maintenance and repair tasks requiring a discreet black-finished truss head screw
• Attaching hardware or brackets to thin material without requiring a backing nut

Why Midwest Fasteners?

Midwest Fasteners supplies the 31428 tapping screw with a consistent 14 x 3/4" size, black oxide finish, and slotted truss head so contractors and maintenance techs get the same fit and appearance every time they reorder. The black oxide coating and matching black color make this screw a practical choice for applications where finish consistency matters as much as holding power. Sold individually (Each), it's easy to order exactly the quantity a job requires.