SAE J78 — Steel Self-Drilling Tapping Screws

Standard: SAE J78

SAE J78 standardizes steel self-drilling tapping screws (TEK screws) — the screws that drill their own hole and tap threads in one operation.

What It Covers

  • Drill point numbers (TEK 1–5)
  • Drilling capacity by point
  • Thread-forming and cutting types
  • Head styles and washers

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