For sheet-metal self-tapping screw in A2 Stainless Steel, the controlling selection factors are corrosion exposure, strength requirement and service temperature. The grade data for A2 Stainless Steel (A2-70 (304)) is summarized below together with every size supplied.
Why Choose A2 Stainless Steel for Sheet-Metal Self-Tapping Screw — GB/T 845 / ISO 7049 (Series 045)
The most common stainless grade for indoor and general outdoor fasteners. For sheet-metal self-tapping screw — gb/t 845 / iso 7049 (series 045), this matters when good general corrosion resistance is the primary requirement.
Mechanical & Physical Properties
| Grade designation | A2-70 (304) |
|---|---|
| Magnetic response | Largely non-magnetic |
| Service temperature | approx. -200 °C to +400 °C |
| Corrosion characteristic | Good general corrosion resistance |
Corrosion Behavior in Service
A2 (304) gives excellent atmospheric and most-water corrosion resistance and is the most common stainless for Sheet-Metal Self-Tapping Screw — GB/T 845 / ISO 7049 (Series 045) in indoor and general outdoor service. In chloride-bearing environments (marine air, road salt, swimming pools) consider stepping up to A4 (316).
Galvanic & Galling Considerations
Two important notes for stainless sheet-metal self-tapping screw — gb/t 845 / iso 7049 (series 045): (1) stainless can gall on stainless threads under load — use a thread lubricant or anti-galling compound, especially for M6 and below; (2) when joined to aluminum or galvanized steel, stainless can drive galvanic corrosion of the less-noble metal in wet service — isolate with a coating or sleeve where appropriate.
Sizes of Sheet-Metal Self-Tapping Screw — GB/T 845 / ISO 7049 (Series 045) Available in A2 Stainless Steel
| Size | Nominal diameter (mm) | Pitch (mm) | Length L (mm) | Head diameter dk (mm) | Head height k (mm) | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST2.2 | 2.2 | 0.8 | 9.5 | 4.2 | 1.4 | ISO 1481 / GB/T 845 |
| ST2.9 | 2.9 | 1.1 | 13 | 5.6 | 1.7 | ISO 1481 / GB/T 845 |
| ST3.5 | 3.5 | 1.3 | 16 | 6.9 | 2.1 | ISO 1481 / GB/T 845 |
| ST3.9 | 3.9 | 1.3 | 16 | 7.5 | 2.3 | ISO 1481 / GB/T 845 |
| ST4.2 | 4.2 | 1.4 | 19 | 8.2 | 2.5 | ISO 1481 / GB/T 845 |
| ST4.8 | 4.8 | 1.6 | 25 | 9.5 | 2.9 | ISO 1481 / GB/T 845 |
| ST5.5 | 5.5 | 1.8 | 32 | 10.9 | 3.3 | ISO 1481 / GB/T 845 |
| ST6.3 | 6.3 | 1.8 | 38 | 12.5 | 3.8 | ISO 1481 / GB/T 845 |