You may also like
Screws 1/4-20 x 1/2 Btn Star Pin TR MS 18 (100 pcs)
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Division:
- Electrical H1
- Product Group:
- Fasteners
- Sub Division:
- Electrical-E H2
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Screws
Metallics TP216SBC – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What driver do I need for a star pin button head screw like the TP216SBC?
It takes a pin-in-Torx (star pin) bit, not a standard Torx. The recess has a post in the center, so a regular Torx bit bottoms out on the pin and will not seat. You need the matching tamper resistant pin-in-star bit in the size that fits a 1/4-20 button head. Keep a bit or two on the truck before you install these, because without the right driver these screws cannot be removed either, which is the whole point of the design.
2) Will the TP216SBC button head sit flush in a countersunk hole?
No. A button head is a low domed head that seats on top of the material, not down into it. If your plate or cover is countersunk for a flat head, the TP216SBC will not pull in flush and the dome will stand proud. For a countersunk hole you want a flat head tamper resistant screw in the same 1/4-20 thread instead.
3) Is a 1/4-20 machine screw like the TP216SBC right for sheet metal, or do I need a self-tapping screw?
Machine screws cut no threads of their own. The TP216SBC 1/4-20 needs either a tapped hole or a nut behind it, so it works where you have a threaded boss, a tapped channel, or room for a nut on the back side. For bare unthreaded sheet metal with no access behind it, a self-drilling or self-tapping tamper resistant screw is the right call instead.
4) How many screws come in a pack of Metallics TP216SBC?
They come 100 pieces to the pack. That quantity suits a multi-unit or facility job where you are securing a run of covers, panels, or fixtures and want one tamper resistant fastener standardized across all of them.
5) Why use a tamper resistant screw on electrical covers instead of a standard Phillips?
Security against casual removal. The star pin recess on the TP216SBC means no one with a common screwdriver or a standard Torx bit can open the cover, which is what facility and MRO crews want on exposed junction boxes, panel covers, and fixtures in public corridors, transit areas, schools, and multi-family common spaces. The trade-off is that your own techs need the matching pin-in-star bit on hand.
How fast can I get the Metallics TP216SBC delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the
continental
U.S.
Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit,
reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Metallics TP216SBC come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics TP216SBC 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 TP216SBC?
You can call, text, or email our expert support team for fast answers. We’re here to help with
product
selection,
installation tips, and troubleshooting. Contact Us
Why buy the Metallics TP216SBC from ZenSupply?
ZenSupply makes it easy to get the commercial door hardware you need—fast shipping, expert support,
and
rewards on
every order.
Our team is always ready to help you choose the right product for your project.