{"product_id":"m2-m4-flanged-truss-head-self-tapping-screws","title":"M2 M2.6 M3 M3.5 M4 Flanged Truss Head Self Tapping Screws – Bright Nickel \u0026 Black Zinc","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-product-detail\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"hdiy-heading\"\u003e🔩 Flanged Truss Head Self‑Tapping Screws – Bright Nickel \u0026amp; Black Zinc (M2–M4)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"hdiy-text\"\u003e\n      Add extra bearing surface to your fastening job with these flanged truss head self‑tapping screws. \n      The wide, flat‑bottomed head with an integrated flange spreads clamp force to stop pull‑through in thin sheet metal, plastic, and wood — often eliminating the need for a separate washer. \n      Available in two distinct finishes, Bright Nickel for a shiny, corrosion‑resistant look or Black Zinc for a discreet, low‑profile appearance, these carbon steel screws blend into any hardware. \n      The sharp, self‑tapping thread cuts its own tight mate as you drive, with no pre‑tap and no pilot hole in most materials. \n      Covering the most‑used small metric diameters — M2, M2.6, M3, M3.5, and M4 — and lengths from 5 mm to 12 mm, this series is a perfect fit for computer cases, laptop repairs, electronics, and light‑duty furniture assembly.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Features – vertical list for SEO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"hdiy-heading\"\u003e⚙️ Key Features – Flanged Truss Self‑Tapping Screws\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"hdiy-feature-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFlanged truss head design provides a wide bearing surface to resist pull‑through and distribute clamping force\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePhillips drive recess for a secure, cam‑out‑resistant grip with standard screwdrivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSelf‑tapping thread cuts into sheet metal, wood, and plastic without pre‑drilling in most applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eChoose between Bright Nickel plating for a shiny, corrosion‑resistant finish or Black Zinc for a dark, matte look\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCovers five essential metric diameters: M2, M2.6, M3, M3.5, and M4 — exactly the sizes needed for computer and electronics repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eHardened carbon steel construction with smooth, burr‑free threads for consistent holding power\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThread lengths from 5 mm to 12 mm to accommodate thin panels, PCB mounts, and small enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"hdiy-heading\"\u003e📋 Technical Specifications – Flanged Self‑Tapping Screws\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"hdiy-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eThread Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eAvailable Thread Lengths (mm)*\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eHead Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5, 6, 8, 10, 12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlanged Truss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhillips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright Nickel \/ Black Zinc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM2.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5, 6, 8, 10, 12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlanged Truss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhillips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright Nickel \/ Black Zinc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5, 6, 8, 10, 12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlanged Truss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhillips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright Nickel \/ Black Zinc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM3.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5, 6, 8, 10, 12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlanged Truss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhillips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright Nickel \/ Black Zinc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5, 6, 8, 10, 12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlanged Truss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhillips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright Nickel \/ Black Zinc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"hdiy-note\"\u003e* Lengths are thread length only (not including head). Choose your preferred diameter, length, and surface finish from the listing options. Manufactured to GB standard dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ – fully expanded, no accordion --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"hdiy-heading\"\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Flanged Self‑Tapping Screws\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"hdiy-faq-question\"\u003e🔸 When should I use a flanged truss head instead of a pan head?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"hdiy-faq-answer\"\u003eThe flanged truss head has a larger, flatter bearing surface with a small lip that acts like a built‑in washer. It distributes the clamping load more evenly and prevents the screw from pulling through thin or soft materials. If you’re working with thin sheet metal, plastic panels, or delicate assemblies, this head style gives you a cleaner, stronger hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"hdiy-faq-question\"\u003e🔸 Which finish should I choose — Bright Nickel or Black Zinc?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"hdiy-faq-answer\"\u003eBright Nickel provides a shiny, silver appearance and offers good corrosion resistance. It matches light‑colored hardware well. Black Zinc has a matte, dark finish that blends into black or dark surfaces — popular for electronics, computers, and any place where you want the fastener to be less visible. Both resist mild rust equally well indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"hdiy-faq-question\"\u003e🔸 Can I drive these directly into plastic without a pilot hole?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"hdiy-faq-answer\"\u003eYes, especially in softer plastics like ABS. The sharp self‑tapping thread will form its own mating thread. For harder or brittle plastics, a small pilot hole is recommended to prevent cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"hdiy-faq-question\"\u003e🔸 Which Phillips bit size fits these screws?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"hdiy-faq-answer\"\u003eM2 and M2.6 use a #0 Phillips bit. M3 and M3.5 typically use a #1 bit, while M4 will use a #1 or #2 bit depending on the exact recess. 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