Universal Self Tapping Screw 8×1/2-Inch Pan Head, 500-Pack

Self Tapping Fasteners

The Self Tapping Screw 8×1/2 provides a high-reliability fastening solution for IT infrastructure, electrical installations, and hardware assembly. These fasteners feature a Type A sharp point designed to create their own mating threads in softer materials such as plastic, wood, or thin-gauge sheet metal. Network engineers and site technicians utilize these components for securing cable management systems, including PVC trunking and mounting brackets, without the requirement for pre-drilled pilot holes in many substrates. The hardened carbon steel substrate ensures high tensile strength and resistance to head shearing during high-torque applications.

Key Features

• Hardened Carbon Steel Construction
  The core material undergoes thermal treatment to reach the necessary Rockwell hardness for penetrating metallic surfaces without tip deformation.

• Zinc-Plated Surface Treatment

  • Provides a sacrificial barrier against atmospheric oxidation.
  • Prevents galvanic corrosion when used with galvanized steel conduits.
  • Ensures long-term structural integrity in humidity-controlled server environments.

• Pan Head Geometry
  The wide, flat-bottomed head design distributes clamping force across a larger surface area to prevent material pull-through.

Specifications

What’s in the Box

• 500 x Universal #8 x 1/2-Inch Pan Head Self-Tapping Screws

Why Choose This Fastener

• The Phillips #2 drive recess minimizes cam-out, allowing for precise torque application with power drivers or manual screwdrivers.

• The aggressive thread pitch is optimized for rapid engagement in PVC and composite materials common in network cable management.

• Bulk packaging reduces the per-unit cost for large-scale facility rollouts and data center cabling projects.

• Standardized sizing ensures compatibility with most commercial-grade faceplates and surface-mount boxes.