Self-tapping screw mm 4.8×38 rounded – code: VATC4,8X38

Rounded self-tapping screw mm 4.8×38 – VATC4.8X38

La pan head self-tapping screw mm 4.8×38 (code VATC4,8X38) is a hardware component designed for fastening operations in technical fields, where a practical and immediate solution is needed for assembling parts and accessories. It is a typical choice for maintenance, installation and restoration interventions, even in contexts such as plant engineering and onboard applications, where order and fastening reliability are important.

Type

It is a self-tapping screw, indicated when you want to create fastening with a screw that forms its own thread during screwing. The head is of the pan head, a geometry commonly used when a neat external finish and a good bearing surface of the head on the piece are desired.

Dimensions and identification

• Size: mm 4.8×38
• Product code: VATC4,8X38
• SKU: MOLIN00000088
• Supplier: F.LLI MOLINO SRL

To avoid errors during procurement, it is recommended to refer to the VATC4.8X38 code and the SKU listed above, especially when managing multiple similar variants by diameter, length, or head type.

Rounded head: what it means in practice

La rounded head is a widespread solution in hardware because it offers a clean visible appearance and can be useful when recessing the head into the material is not required. In many assembly applications, the rounded head is chosen to:

• maintain a neat external finish;
• have a well-defined bearing surface of the head;
• simplify installation in contexts where countersinking is not desired.

The choice of head is still linked to the type of component to be fastened and the required aesthetic/functional result.

Typical applications

This 4.8×38 rounded self-tapping screw can be used in numerous general fastening activities related to hardware and system maintenance.

• assembly and fastening of accessories and small parts;
• restoration interventions on panels, supports, and brackets (depending on the material and the fastening point configuration);
• installations and maintenance where a self-tapping screw is preferred to speed up the operation;
• workshop processing and light assemblies, when the rounded head geometry is suitable for the component.

Operational advantages

• Maintenance convenience: simple component to manage and keep in stock for quick interventions.
• Clear identification: measure and code VATC4,8X38 facilitate reordering and standardization of warehouse material.
• Neat visible finish: the rounded head it is often chosen when the head remains external and a clean result is desired.
• Versatility of use: suitable for many hardware applications, depending on the support and the type of fastening required.

General installation instructions

For correct use, consider some general good practices valid for fastening small parts:

• verify that diameter and length (mm 4.8×38) are consistent with the thickness of the components to be joined;
• choose the tool and insert suitable for the screw (the type of drive is not specified in the available data);
• in case of delicate materials or particular configurations, consider the opportunity of a pilot hole based on your experience and the needs of the support;
• avoid excessive tightening that could damage the fastened component or the screw seat.

Spare parts management and reorder

For supply requests, quotes or reorders, it is advisable to always indicate:

• Supplier/product code: VATC4,8X38
• SKU: MOLIN00000088
• Description: self-tapping screw mm 4.8×38 testa pan head

This way ambiguities between similar items are reduced and order management is sped up.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the size of this self-tapping screw?

The indicated size is mm 4.8×38.

What is the product code for reordering?

The product code is VATC4,8X38. Alternatively, you can use the SKU MOLIN00000088.

What type of head does the screw have?

The screw has a pan head, a solution often chosen when the head remains visible and a neat finish is desired.

Is this screw suitable for nautical or onboard applications?

It falls within the hardware also used in technical contexts such as plant engineering and onboard maintenance. Compatibility with the specific material must be evaluated based on the application.