✨ Product Overview: Nickel Plated Phillips Pan Head Machine Screws (M2–M5, DIN 7985)
If you need small screws that look clean, resist everyday corrosion, and won't break the bank, these nickel plated Phillips pan head machine screws are a smart choice. Available in M2, M2.5, M3, M4, and M5 metric diameters with lengths from 3mm to 30mm (measured under the head), they cover the most common sizes for electronics, appliances, furniture, and DIY repairs. The bright nickel plating gives them a polished silver finish that matches most hardware, while the Phillips drive makes installation quick with standard screwdrivers. Manufactured to DIN 7985 standards and fully threaded, these GooBetter screws are reliable, affordable, and ready to ship.
🔧 Why These Nickel Plated Pan Head Screws Belong in Your Drawer
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Bright nickel plating – Provides a corrosion‑resistant, shiny silver finish that looks great on appliances, electronics, and furniture. Much better than untreated steel.
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Phillips pan head design – Low‑profile rounded head with a flat bearing surface. Sits flush on panels and distributes clamping force evenly.
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Metric sizes M2, M2.5, M3, M4, M5 – The most useful small diameters for laptops, game controllers, 3D printers, and household repairs.
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Lengths from 3mm to 30mm (under head) – Short screws for thin materials, longer ones for through‑hole assemblies. Choose what you need.
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DIN 7985 standard – Precision head dimensions and consistent thread geometry. Fully threaded with standard metric coarse pitch (M2x0.4, M2.5x0.45, M3x0.5, M4x0.7, M5x0.8).
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Brand: GooBetter, made in China – Reliable quality at an affordable price point.
📏 Technical Specifications – Nickel Plated Pan Head Screws (DIN 7985)
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
GooBetter |
| Product Type |
Phillips Pan Head Machine Screws |
| Standard |
DIN 7985 |
| Material |
Carbon steel with nickel plating |
| Drive Style |
Phillips cross‑head |
| Head Style |
Pan head / Round head |
| System of Measurement |
Metric |
| Screw Sizes (Diameter) |
M2, M2.5, M3, M4, M5 |
| Thread Pitch (coarse) |
M2x0.4, M2.5x0.45, M3x0.5, M4x0.7, M5x0.8 |
| Thread Type |
Fully threaded (full length from under head to tip) |
| Length Range |
3mm to 30mm (measured from underside of head – excludes head height) |
| Finish |
Nickel plated (bright silver) |
❓ FAQs – Nickel Plated Phillips Pan Head Screws
🔸 Are these screws fully threaded? How is length measured?
Yes – they are fully threaded from just under the head to the tip. Length is measured from the underside of the head (the flat bearing surface) to the tip, not including the pan head. For example, an M4 x 10mm screw has a 10mm threaded shank below the head.
🔸 Will the nickel plating rust or wear off?
Nickel plating provides good corrosion resistance for indoor use and light outdoor exposure. With repeated driving, the recess and thread tips may show some wear, but the overall finish holds up well for most DIY and electronic applications. For constant wet conditions, consider stainless steel.
🔸 What Phillips screwdriver size works for M2 through M5?
M2 and M2.5: use PH0 or PH00 (PH0 is best). M3: use PH0 or PH1. M4: use PH1. M5: use PH1 or PH2 (PH1 works well). Using the correct size prevents stripping.
🔸 Can I use these screws outdoors?
Nickel plating offers moderate outdoor protection – fine for sheltered areas like covered patios or garages. For full sun, rain, or coastal environments, stainless steel would be a better choice. These are ideal for indoor furniture, electronics, and light industrial use.
🔸 Do these screws come with nuts or washers?
They are sold as screws only. However, standard metric nuts and washers in M2–M5 sizes are widely available. The pan head works well with or without a flat washer – add one if fastening into soft material like plastic or wood.
🔸 Are these screws magnetic?
Yes – the carbon steel core is magnetic. For most household and electronic applications, that's not an issue. If you need non‑magnetic fasteners for sensitive equipment, consider brass or nylon.
