The Heavy-Duty Short Screw

Most short screws are thin and weak (#4 or #6). But sometimes you need to mount a heavy metal plate to a thin door, or secure a bracket to a shallow panel. You need strength without length.

Enter the IMSCREWS #8 x 1/2" Black Stainless Screw.
It combines the stout holding power of a #8 shank (4.2mm) with a compact 1/2" length, making it the ultimate fastener for shallow, heavy-duty applications.

Top 3 Use Cases:
• Kick Plates: The standard size for mounting metal protection plates to the bottom of doors. The flat head sits flush to prevent snagging.
• Thresholds & Sweeps: Secures door bottom seals tightly without piercing the door core.
• Bracket Mounting: Fastens corner braces to 3/4" plywood with maximum shear strength.

Professional Grade Features:
• Integral Black Finish: A bonded surface treatment that won't chip like paint.
• 304 Stainless Steel: 100% Rust-Proof for outdoor gates and entryways.
• Sharp Thread: Cuts its own thread in wood, plastic, and thin sheet metal.

Technical Specs:
• Quantity: 25 Pieces
• Size: #8 x 1/2 Inch (4.2mm x 12.7mm)
• Head: Flat Countersunk (82¡ã)
• Drive: Phillips #2

Common Questions (FAQ):

Q: Is the head bigger than a #6 screw?
A: Yes. The #8 head is wider. This is good for covering larger holes in metal plates but check your countersink size first.

Q: Can I use this on a hollow core door?
A: Yes, the 1/2" length is short enough to grip the outer skin without poking through to the other side.

Package Includes:
25 x Heavy Duty Short Screws (#8 x 1/2")

Key Features

• [HEAVY DUTY #8 DIAMETER] Don't trust thin #6 screws with heavy tasks. This #8 (4.2mm) screw offers significantly higher shear strength and a wider head for superior clamping force. It is the ideal upgrade for securing metal kick plates, door pushes, and heavy latches where impact resistance is key.
• [SAFE 1/2" LENGTH] Maximum holding power without penetration. The 1/2" (13mm) length is engineered to grip firmly into standard 3/4" cabinet doors or hollow-core doors without poking through the other side. Essential for mounting hardware onto thin partitions.
• [INTEGRAL MATTE BLACK FINISH] We use a specialized thermal process to blacken the steel. It is NOT painted. This integral finish bonds to the metal, ensuring it won't chip off when driven into metal plates, maintaining a clean, professional look on your black hardware.
• [RUST-PROOF 304 STAINLESS] Crafted from 304 Stainless Steel (18-8). Unlike zinc or black oxide screws that rust upon contact with moisture, these are impervious to weather. The smart choice for Outdoor Gates, Shed Hinges, and Marine applications.
• [SPECS & PACKAGING] Pack of 25 Pieces. Size: #8 x 1/2 Inch (4.2mm x 12.7mm). Head: Flat Countersunk (82¡ã). Drive: Phillips #2. Note: #8 heads are wider than #6. Ensure your hardware countersink is large enough to accept a #8 head for a flush fit.

Specifications

• ASIN: B0FT6XMVTW
• Internal SKU: IMS1067
• Size: #8 x 1/2"
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Finish: Natural Black
• Head Style: Flat
• Package Quantity: 25