✓ In stock Zinc-plated #8 × 1/2" Phillips pan head Teks screw with #2 drill point for self-drilling into sheet metal without a pilot hole. Used for attaching trim, brackets, and hardware in automotive and general assembly applications where a compact 1/2" length is needed. The #2 drill point bores through light-gauge steel, allowing fast installation with a standard Phillips bit. Specifications Type: Phillips Pan Head Teks Screw (Self-Drilling) Application: Trim, Bracket & Hardware Fastening Screw Size: #8 Length: 1/2" Head Style: Phillips Pan Point Type: #2 Drill (Self-Drilling) Material: Steel Finish: Zinc Vehicle Fitment Universal — trim, bracket, and hardware fastening on most domestic and import vehicles Cross-Reference Numbers Size: #8 × 1/2" SMS Part#: 9605 What is a Teks screw and how is it different from a standard sheet metal screw? Teks (also called self-drilling) screws have a drill bit-shaped point that bores its own hole through sheet metal before the threads engage. Standard sheet metal screws require a pre-drilled pilot hole. Teks screws eliminate the pilot hole step, speeding up installation in light-gauge steel trim and bracket applications. What steel thickness can a #2 drill point penetrate? A #2 drill point Teks screw is designed for light-gauge sheet metal up to approximately 14–16 gauge (1.6–2mm thick). For heavier gauge steel, use a #3 or #4 drill point Teks screw with a larger drill point diameter capable of penetrating thicker material. What is the difference between 9605 (1/2" length) and 9606 (3/4" length)? Both are #8 Phillips pan head Teks screws. The 9605 at 1/2" is suited for thinner panel stacks or applications where screw protrusion beyond the panel must be minimized. The 9606 at 3/4" provides more thread engagement depth for thicker materials or applications requiring more holding strength. Select based on your total material thickness. Can I use Teks screws in plastic panels? Teks screws are designed for sheet metal and should not be used for self-drilling into plastic — the drill point is not suited for plastic materials and may crack or split the panel. For plastic panels, use standard sheet metal screws (with pre-drilled pilot holes) or plastic-specific fasteners. What pack sizes are available? Available in packs of 100, 200, 300, and 400 to suit individual repairs or shop stock needs.
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