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Steel Phillips Drilling Screws for Joining Wood to Metal
These screws speed installation by drilling, tapping, and fastening wood and metal in a single operation. Length is measured from the top of the head.
Screws with cutting wings drill a slightly larger hole in the wood to allow for expansion. The wings break off when they contact metal, so the screw can tap the remainder of the hole.
Zinc-plated steel screws resist corrosion in wet environments.
Corrosion-resistant-coated steel screws are a good choice for ACQ-treated (arsenic-free) lumber.
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| Lg. | Screw Features | Drill Point Size | Drill Tip Lg. | For Metal Thick. | For Wood Thick. | Dia. | Ht. | Drive Size | Thread Size  | Approximate Threads per Inch | Threading | Min. Thread Lg. | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Zinc-Plated Steel | |||||||||||||||
No. 10 | |||||||||||||||
| 3 1/2" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 3/8" | 0.11"-0.21" | 0.75"-2.5" | 0.362" | 0.116" | No. 2 | 10-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 3/8" | 0.11"-0.21" | 0.75"-2.75" | 0.362" | 0.116" | No. 2 | 10-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 5 | 000000000 | 0000 |
No. 12 | |||||||||||||||
| 2" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 7/16" | 0.11"-0.25" | 0.5"-1.25" | 0.412" | 0.132" | No. 3 | 12-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/2" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 7/16" | 0.11"-0.25" | 0.5"-1.5" | 0.412" | 0.132" | No. 3 | 12-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 1/2" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 7/16" | 0.11"-0.25" | 0.75"-2.5" | 0.412" | 0.132" | No. 3 | 12-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 5 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 7/16" | 0.11"-0.25" | 0.75"-2.625" | 0.412" | 0.132" | No. 3 | 12-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
1/4" | |||||||||||||||
| 2 3/4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 1/2" | 0.11"-0.375" | 0.75"-1.75" | 0.472" | 0.153" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 1/4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 1/2" | 0.11"-0.375" | 0.75"-2.25" | 0.472" | 0.153" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 1/2" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 1/2" | 0.11"-0.375" | 0.75"-2.5" | 0.472" | 0.153" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 3/4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 1/2" | 0.11"-0.375" | 0.75"-2.75" | 0.472" | 0.153" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel | |||||||||||||||
No. 10 | |||||||||||||||
| 3/4" | __ | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.04"-0.17" | 0.25"-0.375" | 0.48" | 0.144" | No. 2 | 10-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 100 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | __ | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.04"-0.17" | 0.25"-0.5" | 0.48" | 0.144" | No. 2 | 10-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 1/4" | __ | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.04"-0.17" | 0.25"-0.75" | 0.48" | 0.144" | No. 2 | 10-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 100 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1 7/16" | Cutting Wings | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.06"-0.17" | 0.25"-0.75" | 0.41" | 0.17" | No. 2 | 10-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 1/2" | __ | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.04"-0.18" | 0.25"-0.75" | 0.48" | 0.144" | No. 2 | __ | 16 | Fully Threaded | __ | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 13/16" | __ | No. 3 | 13/16" | 0.04"-0.15" | 0.25"-0.75" | 0.47" | 0.135" | No. 2 | __ | 16 | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 0000 |
No. 12 | |||||||||||||||
| 1 5/8" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 7/16" | 0.13"-0.25" | 0.75"-1.125" | 0.476" | 0.25" | No. 3 | 12-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 3/4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 3/4" | 0.06"-0.31" | 0.5"-0.75" | 0.54" | 0.165" | No. 3 | 12-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 1/2" | 0.13"-0.25" | 0.75"-1.375" | 0.438" | 0.16" | No. 3 | 12-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 3/4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 1/2" | 0.13"-0.25" | 0.75"-1.625" | 0.438" | 0.16" | No. 3 | 12-24 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
1/4" | |||||||||||||||
| 3" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 1/2" | 0.13"-0.25" | 0.75"-2" | 0.507" | 0.175" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Fully Threaded | __ | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | Cutting Wings | No. 4 | 7/8" | 0.06"-0.31" | 0.75"-2.875" | 0.485" | 0.185" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Partially Threaded | 2 3/16" | 10 | 000000000 | 0000 |
Stainless Steel Phillips Drilling Screws for Joining Wood to Metal
18-8 stainless steel screws have good chemical resistance and are a good choice for ACQ-treated (arsenic-free) lumber. They speed installation by drilling, tapping, and fastening wood and metal in a single operation. Length is measured from the top of the head.
Screws with cutting wings drill a slightly larger hole in the wood to allow for expansion. The wings break off when they contact metal, so the screw can tap the remainder of the hole.
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| Lg. | Screw Features | Drill Point Size | Drill Tip Lg. | Dia. | Ht. | Drive Size | Thread Size | Approximate Threads per Inch | Threading | Min. Thread Lg. | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Galvanic Barrier Coated 18-8 Stainless Steel | |||||||||||||
No. 10 | |||||||||||||
| 1 1/2" | Cutting Wings | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.37" | 0.178" | No. 2 | __ | 16 | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 000000 |
No. 12 | |||||||||||||
| 1" | __ | No. 2 | 19/64" | 0.415" | 0.09" | No. 3 | __ | 14 | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1 1/2" | __ | No. 2 | 19/64" | 0.415" | 0.09" | No. 3 | __ | 14 | Fully Threaded | __ | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 13/16" | Cutting Wings | No. 5 | 45/64" | 0.415" | 0.2" | No. 3 | __ | 14 | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 5 | 000000000 | 0000 |
1/4" | |||||||||||||
| 2 13/16" | Cutting Wings | No. 5 | 45/64" | 0.48" | 0.2" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | __ | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.48" | 0.1" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | __ | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.48" | 0.1" | No. 3 | 1/4"-20 | __ | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Torx Drilling Screws for Joining Wood to Metal
A Torx drive has more points of contact than a Phillips drive, allowing you to apply extra force with less slippage or damage to the recess. These screws speed installation by drilling, tapping, and fastening wood and metal in a single operation. Made from zinc-plated steel, they resist corrosion in wet environments. Length is measured from the top of the head.
Thread-Forming Screws for Joining Wood to Metal
Thread-forming screws press threads into drilled holes for a tight vibration-resistant assembly. All are beveled under the head for use in countersunk holes. A Torx drive allows you to apply extra force with less slippage or damage to the recess. They're black-phosphate steel to resist corrosion in dry environments. Length is measured from the top of the head.
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| Lg. | Dia. | Ht. | Drive Size | Drill Bit Size | Threading | Min. Thread Lg. | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Black-Phosphate Steel | |||||||||
1/4"-20 | |||||||||
| 1" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 000000 |
| 1 1/4" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 1/2" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 3/4" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Fully Threaded | __ | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/4" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/2" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 1/2" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | 0.479" | 0.153" | T30 | No. 3 | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
5/16"-18 | |||||||||
| 1 3/4" | 0.6" | 0.191" | T40 | H | Fully Threaded | __ | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2" | 0.6" | 0.191" | T40 | H | Fully Threaded | __ | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/4" | 0.6" | 0.191" | T40 | H | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 10 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2 1/2" | 0.6" | 0.191" | T40 | H | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | 0.6" | 0.191" | T40 | H | Partially Threaded | 1 1/2" | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Screws for Joining Sheet Metal to Wood
Able to penetrate overlapping sheets, these screws have a secure hold in wood. The hex head allows for a firm grip with a wrench, while a rubber washer provides a watertight seal. They're corrosion-resistant-coated steel to resist corrosion in wet environments and minimize reactions between dissimilar metals. Length is measured from under the washer.
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| Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Washer OD | Drill Bit Size | Approximate Threads per Inch | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel | ||||||||
No. 9 | ||||||||
| 1" | 0.25" | 0.16" | 0.472" | __ | 15 | 100 | 000000000 | 000000 |
| 1 1/2" | 0.25" | 0.16" | 0.472" | __ | 15 | 50 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 0.25" | 0.16" | 0.472" | __ | 15 | 50 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2 1/2" | 0.25" | 0.16" | 0.472" | __ | 15 | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | 0.25" | 0.16" | 0.472" | __ | 15 | 25 | 000000000 | 0000 |
No. 10 | ||||||||
| 1" | 0.25" | 0.169" | 0.45" | No. 21 | 16 | 100 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2 1/2" | 0.25" | 0.169" | 0.45" | No. 21 | 12 | 50 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 3" | 0.25" | 0.169" | 0.45" | No. 21 | 12 | 50 | 000000000 | 0000 |
No. 14 | ||||||||
| 1 1/2" | 0.313" | 0.15" | 0.593" | __ | 10 | 25 | 000000000 | 0000 |