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Tap-Fix Thread Rolling Screw M3 x 5

Product Code: 07136

A high‑quality Tap‑Fix thread‑rolling screw in M3 × 5mm, designed for creating strong, reliable threads directly into metal components. Ideal for lighting assembly, lampholders, galleries, canopies, and any application where a secure machine‑threaded fixing is needed without pre‑tapping.

The thread‑rolling design forms its own thread as it’s driven in, giving excellent grip and long‑term stability.

  • Type: Tap‑Fix thread‑rolling screw

  • Size: M3 × 5mm

  • Material: Steel

  • Use: Creates its own thread in metal

  • Typical applications: Lampholders, galleries, canopies, lighting brackets, small metal fixings

A dependable little screw that delivers strong, clean threads wherever you need them in lighting assembly.

0.16 0.16 Excluding VAT


Especially designed for providing an earthing point at the blade base of lamps, a pilot hole is drilled at 2.7 millimeters, then use a Pozidriv screwdriver to self-tap the screw into the base. This works well with our ring crimps (see below).