Tapping Screws
Premium Tapping Screws for Durable Fastening Solutions
Tapping screws represent sheet metal and self drilling screws that pierce both thin metal sheets and other materials. These screws feature fully threaded shafts that dig into materials with force, which is what differentiates them from other screws meant for softer materials. Their versatility makes them ideal for HVAC, metal fabrication, and automotive industries, where reliable and durable fastening is paramount.
At Huyett, you can choose between sheet metal and self drilling screws; sheet metal screws require a pre-drilled hole for installation, while self drilling features a drill tip that pilots its own hole into stronger material. Our selection also comes in a variety of head styles, including flat, pan, truss, flange, wafer, round, oval, and hex, each engineered to offer optimal surface contact and torque distribution. Whether you are fastening metal to metal or attaching components to metal assemblies, these screws provide a clamping force that ensures stability and strength in your connections.
- Self Drilling Design: This option eliminates the need for pre-drilling, saving time and labor costs.
- Corrosion Resistance and Durability: Huyett offers these screws in a range of materials, including carbon steel and 18-8, 410, and 316 stainless steel. Steel screws come with zinc clear finishing to optimize corrosion resistance.
- Variety of Head and Drive Styles: Choose from our range of head shapes (listed above) and drive styles, including square, 6-lobe, slotted, Philips, and select combinations.
- Related Products: Shop Huyett’s selection of deck screws, set screws, roofing screws, and more.
Difference Between Self Drilling and Sheet Metal Screws
Self drilling screws are designed with a drill bit point to penetrate metal and other material without prior drilling. They are ideal for quick installation in mating surfaces. Sheet metal screws, on the other hand, require a pre-drilled hole in metal and are used to fasten materials to sheet metal substrates by creating their own threads. They do not, however, need a pilot hole for softer materials.
