Thin shank screws according to DIN 7964 for positive connections
Thin shank screws are the first choice when a secure, positive connection with high clamping force is required. Due to their reduced shank diameter, they enable optimum frictional engagement and prevent settling of components – especially with soft materials or with loaded multi-layer connections. OEB manufactures thin shank screws in various geometries, lengths and drive types – exactly according to your application. Whether in the automotive industry, precision mechanics or in specialized assembly processes: Our screw solutions connect reliably – with minimal material usage and maximum functionality.
Your Benefits at a Glance
Higher clamping force with small diameter
Reduced settling behavior of the connection
Ideal for multi-layer components
Weight saving through material reduction
Positive connection with long-term stability
Target groups & areas of application
Thin shank screws from OEB are used wherever positive connections are required for settling-sensitive or multi-layer components. Thanks to their special shank geometry and individually adaptable specifications, they are ideally suited for components with limited installation space or changing loads. Our solutions have proven themselves in demanding assembly and series processes and are an integral part of durable connection technology in numerous industries.
Versatile – the right screw solution for every industry
- Automotive industry
- Sheet metal and body construction
- Device and housing technology
- Electrical engineering and electronics
- Mechanical engineering
- Precision engineering
- Household and consumer goods industry
- Lightweight construction and composite material technology
- Medical technology
- Defense industry
- Agriculture / Farming
Thin shank screws individually tailored to your requirements
Are you looking for thin shank screws that are not available in any standard catalog – because your application has special requirements? Would you like to flexibly combine technical features in a single screw solution, for example:
- Smaller or larger screw diameters and thread sizes
- Special screw lengths or defined thread lengths
- A specific screw head combined with a desired drive
- Other functional properties or special specifications
With OEB you can realize thin shank screws exactly to measure – tailored to the installation situation, material, load and manufacturing process. We accompany you from the idea to the series – technically sound, economically sensible and reliable in implementation.
Materials & Standards
OEB manufactures thin shank screws from steel, stainless steel A2/A4, brass, copper, aluminum and other light metals – tailored to load, corrosion requirements and area of application. The production takes place according to all relevant standards and industry-specific requirements – for maximum safety and consistent quality.
Steel
Stainless steel A2 / A4
Brass
Copper
Aluminum
Other light metals
Specifications
Thin shank screws from OEB are manufactured in strength classes from 3.6 to 12.9 and can be flexibly adapted in thread form, head design and drive. Whether PZ, PH, TX, slotted, combination slot or security drive – all common variants can be realized. The dimension range extends from 1.6 mm to 24 mm in diameter and up to 300 mm in length.
Additional machining such as shank slitting, pilot point or pin are also possible. For surfaces and coatings, galvanized, nickel-plated, Delta-Tone or Geomet versions are available, as are Precote, Loctite or other thread lockers. The spectrum is supplemented by common heat treatments and all relevant documentation according to EMPB, VDA or PPAP.
Strength classes
- 3.6 – 12.9
Thread forms
- All common
Drive types
- All common
- PZ – PH – TX – Slotted
- Combination Slot
- Special solutions such as security drives
Head shapes
- All common
Dimensions
- Thread diameter 1.6 – 24 mm
- Length up to 300 mm
Additional processing
End machining:
- Shaft slots
- Contact dome
- Contact tip
- Pin
- Other as required
Surfaces
- All common
- Galvanized (CrVI-free, RoHS compliant)
- nickel-plated
- chromated
- Delta Tone and Seal
- Dacromet
- Geomet etc. according to the specifications of the automotive and electrical industry (VDA standard)
Coatings
- Thread locks
- Thread sealants (e.g. Tuflok, ScotchGrip, Precote, Loctite, wax coatings)
Heat treatment
- All common
- Tempering
- Carbonitriding
- Tempering
- Annealing
- Case hardening
- More upon request
Documentation
All possible documentation for initial sampling is available:
- Standard EMPB as cover sheet sample
- VDA Volume 2 Level 0-3
- PPAP Level 1-3
Product types
| DIN | Product |
|---|---|
| DIN 7964 | Thin shank screws |
| Long shank screws |
Exemplary applications of thin shank screws
Thin shank screws are ideal for applications in which components must be permanently connected with high clamping force – especially for multi-layer materials, thin sheets or settling-sensitive materials. The reduced shank creates an elastic clamping area that minimizes preload losses and reduces settling of the connection. Thin shank screws are therefore used wherever technical safety, space optimization and material efficiency are required.
What our customers say
For our multi-layer sheet metal connections in vehicle construction, we needed a reliable screw solution that would last permanently despite limited installation space. OEB convinced us with individually manufactured thin shank screws – technically sophisticated, precisely manufactured and delivered on time.
Contact us today
Whether thin shank screws for multi-layer sheet metal connections, special designs with reduced shank or screw solutions for settling-sensitive materials – we advise you individually, solution-oriented and with technical expertise. Our team accompanies you from the requirement to the ready-to-use screw – including the selection of the appropriate manufacturing process and reliable delivery. Contact us – we will find the optimal solution for your connection.
