(of a screw) able to cut a thread in the material into which it is inserted.
（螺丝）自动刻螺纹（线）的
Example sentencesExamples
It yields functional prototypes that can be assembled using self-tapping screws without cracking.
Over wood framing you can fasten the siding using hand- or air-driven galvanized nails or wood screws, or use self-tapping screws for installation over metal studs.
For lighter gauge sheet metal, there are also self-tapping screws available that don't require pre-drilling.
Whether rivets, retaining rods, or self-tapping screws are used, you can be assured of a fastener that was designed to offer ornamental fencing with the durability and security you desire.
Attach rim joists to the outside of the beveled posts with two four-inch, self-tapping screws per joint.
Definition of self-tapping in US English:
self-tapping
adjective
(of a screw) able to cut a thread in the material into which it is inserted.
（螺丝）自动刻螺纹（线）的
Example sentencesExamples
For lighter gauge sheet metal, there are also self-tapping screws available that don't require pre-drilling.
Attach rim joists to the outside of the beveled posts with two four-inch, self-tapping screws per joint.
Over wood framing you can fasten the siding using hand- or air-driven galvanized nails or wood screws, or use self-tapping screws for installation over metal studs.
Whether rivets, retaining rods, or self-tapping screws are used, you can be assured of a fastener that was designed to offer ornamental fencing with the durability and security you desire.
It yields functional prototypes that can be assembled using self-tapping screws without cracking.