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- Division:
- Electrical H1
- Product Group:
- Fasteners
- Sub Division:
- Electrical-E H2
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Screws
Metallics TP525SFC – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What size and type of screw is the Metallics TP525SFC?
The TP525SFC is a #10 x 5/8 inch flat head sheet metal screw with a hex pin tamper-resistant drive, made from 18-8 stainless steel. It is sold 100 pieces per pack.
2) Do I need a special bit to drive a hex pin tamper-resistant screw?
Yes. The hex pin drive on the TP525SFC has a post in the center of the hex recess, so a standard hex/Allen key will not seat. You need a matching pin-in-hex (hex pin) driver bit sized for a #10 screw. If your crew does not already carry tamper bits, order them with the screws, since the fastener is useless without one.
3) Will 18-8 stainless screws hold up outdoors or in a damp location?
18-8 stainless (the common 304-type austenitic grade) resists rust and is routinely used outdoors and in damp interiors, which is why it gets specified for exterior cover plates and enclosures. For salt-spray or coastal exposure, a 316 stainless fastener is the better choice. The TP525SFC is 18-8.
4) Why use a tamper-resistant screw instead of a standard Phillips sheet metal screw?
In public restrooms, schools, transit areas, and multi-family common spaces, standard Phillips screws invite removal of cover plates, enclosure covers, and access panels. The hex pin head on the TP525SFC takes a specialty bit, so it keeps casual tampering out. If the location is secure or you expect frequent access, a standard flat head SMS costs you less effort on service calls.
5) Does a flat head screw sit flush on a cover plate or enclosure?
Flat head means a countersunk 82-degree head that seats flush when the hole is countersunk or dimpled. On flat unformed sheet metal with a plain drilled hole the head will stand slightly proud. The TP525SFC is a flat head type, so plan on countersunk or factory-dimpled holes if you need a flush finish.
6) How many Metallics TP525SFC screws come in a pack?
100 pieces per pack. That is a single stock-up quantity rather than a bulk box, so for a standardization program across a facility plan multiples of 100.
7) Is the TP525SFC magnetic, and will it work in an electrical panel?
18-8 stainless is a non-hardenable austenitic grade and is essentially non-magnetic in the annealed condition, though cold-formed threads can leave it slightly magnetic. It is a stainless sheet metal screw commonly used for electrical covers, plates, and enclosure hardware.
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Metallics TP525SFC come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics TP525SFC is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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