Thermo King Thread-Forming Screw-Tapping Fastener 511868
Official OEM Thermo King parts catalog entry for the Thermo King Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868, verified by PEAK Thermo King and West Texas Thermo King Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Washington, Oregon, serving all of the USA.
Built for Performance: The Thermo King Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 delivers OEM-grade fastening reliability for temperature-controlled fleets. Engineered to form durable mating threads by material displacement, this fastener supports secure assemblies across transport refrigeration components and helps maintain uptime in demanding reefer operations.
Key Features & Customer Benefits
- Thread-forming design – Forms mating threads without cutting, producing strong, vibration-resistant engagement for long-term reliability.
- OEM alignment – Matches Thermo King service and assembly requirements where thread-forming fasteners are specified, ensuring consistent fit in enclosure and bracket applications.
- Low installation torque – Thread geometry reduces insertion torque and installation strain, which supports quicker service and reduces risk of damage to panels or housings.
- Durable construction – Built to meet the demands of transport refrigeration environments for dependable retention under vibration and thermal cycling.
- Fleet uptime focus – Helps preserve component integrity and minimizes rework, supporting lower total cost of ownership for refrigerated fleets.
Product Details
The Thermo King Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 is a precision-engineered, thread-forming fastener intended for use in Thermo King assemblies where a self-forming thread solution is specified. This screw forms threads by displacing material in the mating hole to create a secure, interference-fit thread. It installs efficiently in sheet metal, stamped brackets, and certain composite housings commonly used on transport refrigeration equipment. Specific size, material, and coating information is available through West Texas Thermo King parts verification to ensure exact fit and service compatibility.
Efficiency & Sustainability
This fastener supports fleet efficiency by reducing service time and minimizing return visits due to fastening failures. By enabling strong, repeatable assemblies without thread cutting, the Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 contributes to longer-lasting connections that help preserve system thermal integrity and reduce waste from failed fasteners. Parts are listed and supported in the context of Thermo King technologies, including Smart Reefer SR-4 and Diesel Direct Electric families, where OEM fastening standards apply.
Installation & Maintenance Tips
Install with controlled torque and appropriate pilot hole sizing as specified by Thermo King service guidance. Use OEM-recommended fasteners and clamps for adjacent components. Inspect fastened joints during routine maintenance intervals and replace any damaged fasteners with OEM parts to maintain assembly integrity and reduce risk of loosening under vibration.
Real-World Applications
The Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 secures panels, brackets, and accessory mounts on reefers and refrigerated trucks. It performs well in enclosure assembly, duct and bracket attachments, and other service areas where a thread-forming fastener provides superior retention without thread cutting. Available for installation and service in Amarillo, Lubbock, Odessa, and throughout West Texas.
Backed by Thermo King engineering and supported by certified technicians at West Texas Thermo King, this component delivers lasting performance and uptime assurance for fleet operations.
For product verification or service assistance, call (806) 376-5837.
For current warranty eligibility or OEM replacement coverage, please contact us for warranty information or contact the service department for confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 compatible with Thermo King units?
A: Yes. This thread-forming fastener is suitable for Thermo King assemblies where a screw-tapping, thread-forming solution is specified. Parts verification is available to confirm fit by unit model and application.
Q: How does a thread-forming screw differ from a thread-cutting screw?
A: A thread-forming screw creates threads by displacing material to form an interference-fit thread, which delivers strong, vibration-resistant retention without cutting chips from the mating material.
Q: What installation practices ensure the best results?
A: Use the correct pilot hole and controlled torque values per Thermo King guidance, inspect joints during scheduled maintenance, and replace damaged fasteners with OEM parts to maintain assembly integrity.
Q: Can this fastener be used across different Thermo King product lines?
A: This fastener serves fastening needs across transport refrigeration applications. Confirm specific fit and application with West Texas Thermo King parts verification for Smart Reefer SR-4, Precedent S-610M, S-610DE, and other Thermo King families.
Related Resources
Ask about fleet-wide parts programs through West Texas Thermo King.
Produced by a certified Thermo King dealership, West Texas Thermo King | a Division of PEAK Industrial. Servicing fleets across Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa.
Official OEM Thermo King parts catalog entry for the Thermo King Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868, verified by PEAK Thermo King and West Texas Thermo King Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Washington, Oregon, serving all of the USA.
Built for Performance: The Thermo King Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 delivers OEM-grade fastening reliability for temperature-controlled fleets. Engineered to form durable mating threads by material displacement, this fastener supports secure assemblies across transport refrigeration components and helps maintain uptime in demanding reefer operations.
Key Features & Customer Benefits
- Thread-forming design – Forms mating threads without cutting, producing strong, vibration-resistant engagement for long-term reliability.
- OEM alignment – Matches Thermo King service and assembly requirements where thread-forming fasteners are specified, ensuring consistent fit in enclosure and bracket applications.
- Low installation torque – Thread geometry reduces insertion torque and installation strain, which supports quicker service and reduces risk of damage to panels or housings.
- Durable construction – Built to meet the demands of transport refrigeration environments for dependable retention under vibration and thermal cycling.
- Fleet uptime focus – Helps preserve component integrity and minimizes rework, supporting lower total cost of ownership for refrigerated fleets.
Product Details
The Thermo King Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 is a precision-engineered, thread-forming fastener intended for use in Thermo King assemblies where a self-forming thread solution is specified. This screw forms threads by displacing material in the mating hole to create a secure, interference-fit thread. It installs efficiently in sheet metal, stamped brackets, and certain composite housings commonly used on transport refrigeration equipment. Specific size, material, and coating information is available through West Texas Thermo King parts verification to ensure exact fit and service compatibility.
Efficiency & Sustainability
This fastener supports fleet efficiency by reducing service time and minimizing return visits due to fastening failures. By enabling strong, repeatable assemblies without thread cutting, the Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 contributes to longer-lasting connections that help preserve system thermal integrity and reduce waste from failed fasteners. Parts are listed and supported in the context of Thermo King technologies, including Smart Reefer SR-4 and Diesel Direct Electric families, where OEM fastening standards apply.
Installation & Maintenance Tips
Install with controlled torque and appropriate pilot hole sizing as specified by Thermo King service guidance. Use OEM-recommended fasteners and clamps for adjacent components. Inspect fastened joints during routine maintenance intervals and replace any damaged fasteners with OEM parts to maintain assembly integrity and reduce risk of loosening under vibration.
Real-World Applications
The Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 secures panels, brackets, and accessory mounts on reefers and refrigerated trucks. It performs well in enclosure assembly, duct and bracket attachments, and other service areas where a thread-forming fastener provides superior retention without thread cutting. Available for installation and service in Amarillo, Lubbock, Odessa, and throughout West Texas.
Backed by Thermo King engineering and supported by certified technicians at West Texas Thermo King, this component delivers lasting performance and uptime assurance for fleet operations.
For product verification or service assistance, call (806) 376-5837.
For current warranty eligibility or OEM replacement coverage, please contact us for warranty information or contact the service department for confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Screw-Tapping Thread-Form 511868 compatible with Thermo King units?
A: Yes. This thread-forming fastener is suitable for Thermo King assemblies where a screw-tapping, thread-forming solution is specified. Parts verification is available to confirm fit by unit model and application.
Q: How does a thread-forming screw differ from a thread-cutting screw?
A: A thread-forming screw creates threads by displacing material to form an interference-fit thread, which delivers strong, vibration-resistant retention without cutting chips from the mating material.
Q: What installation practices ensure the best results?
A: Use the correct pilot hole and controlled torque values per Thermo King guidance, inspect joints during scheduled maintenance, and replace damaged fasteners with OEM parts to maintain assembly integrity.
Q: Can this fastener be used across different Thermo King product lines?
A: This fastener serves fastening needs across transport refrigeration applications. Confirm specific fit and application with West Texas Thermo King parts verification for Smart Reefer SR-4, Precedent S-610M, S-610DE, and other Thermo King families.
Related Resources
Ask about fleet-wide parts programs through West Texas Thermo King.
Produced by a certified Thermo King dealership, West Texas Thermo King | a Division of PEAK Industrial. Servicing fleets across Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa.
