mgb_phys said:Self-tapping screws are normally used with panels where you want a button head.
Socket head are normaly used when you need high strength.
Any reason it has to be socket head rather than posidrive?
You can get torx or security bit self tappers easily.
A thread forming screw is a type of fastener that creates its own threads when driven into a material, instead of relying on pre-existing threads or creating new threads like a tap or die. It is commonly used in materials such as plastic, wood, or sheet metal.
A thread forming screw works by using its unique shape and design to push and displace the material around it, creating threads that are tightly formed and secure. This process is also known as cold forming or cold heading.
Thread forming screws offer several advantages over traditional screws. They can provide stronger and more secure connections, have a lower risk of stripping or breaking, and can be used in materials that may not be able to support traditional threading methods.
Yes, there are several types of thread forming screws, including self-tapping screws, thread rolling screws, and thread cutting screws. Each type has its own unique design and purpose, but they all work to create threads in a material without the need for tapping or threading beforehand.
Thread forming screws can be used in a wide variety of materials, including plastic, wood, sheet metal, and even some metals. They are especially useful in materials that may be too brittle or thin to support traditional threading methods.