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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.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Head | |||||||||||||||
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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 |
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.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Extra-Wide Rounded Head Drilling Screws for Metal
The extra-wide truss head distributes holding pressure to reduce the risk of crushing thin metal. Use these screws to secure metal wire to steel framing. They save you time and effort by drilling their own holes and fastening in a single operation. Made from steel, they have a zinc plating to resist corrosion in wet environments. Length is measured from under the flange. Head height includes the flange.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Drill Tip | |||||||||||
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| Lg. | Type | Lg. | Max. Drilling Thick. | Head Ht. | Flange Dia. | Drive Size | Approximate Threads per Inch | For Use In | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Zinc-Plated Steel | |||||||||||
No. 8 | |||||||||||
| 1/2" | No. 2 | 3/16" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3/4" | No. 2 | 3/16" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 100 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | No. 2 | 3/16" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 1/4" | No. 2 | 3/16" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 3/8" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 5/8" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1 3/4" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 7/8" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/4" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/2" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 1/2" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 5" | No. 2 | 5/32" | 0.098" | 0.097" | 0.44" | No. 2 | 18 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
No. 10 | |||||||||||
| 3/8" | No. 2 | 13/64" | 0.11" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 3/4" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/4" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/2" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 3/4" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 1/2" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4 1/2" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 5" | No. 3 | 1/4" | 0.175" | 0.089" | 0.433" | No. 2 | 16 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
No. 12 | |||||||||||
| 1/2" | No. 2 | 1/4" | 0.11" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 5/8" | No. 2 | 1/4" | 0.11" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 1/4" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.21" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 1/2" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.21" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.21" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/2" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.21" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.21" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 1/2" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.21" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 0.21" | 0.113" | 0.452" | No. 2 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
1/4" | |||||||||||
| 1 1/4" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 1/4" | 0.131" | 0.521" | No. 3 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 25 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1 1/2" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 1/4" | 0.131" | 0.521" | No. 3 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 10 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 1/4" | 0.131" | 0.521" | No. 3 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/2" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 1/4" | 0.131" | 0.521" | No. 3 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 1/4" | 0.131" | 0.521" | No. 3 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3 1/2" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 1/4" | 0.131" | 0.521" | No. 3 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | No. 3 | 5/16" | 1/4" | 0.131" | 0.521" | No. 3 | 14 | Steel, Sheet Metal | 5 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Strip-Resistant Screws for Joining Drywall to Wood
Ribs under the head act as a brake to prevent over-tightening and damaging threads. A sharp point penetrates wood and sheet metal, and alternating high and low threads minimize driving torque. These screws are made from steel and have a coating that resists up to 500 hours of salt spray. Length is measured from the top of the head.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Head | Drive | ||||||||||
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| Lg. | Dia. | Ht. | Size | Style | Max. Drilling Thick. | Approximate Threads per Inch | Threading | Min. Thread Lg. | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel | |||||||||||
No. 8 | |||||||||||
| 1 1/4" | 0.413" | 0.118" | No. 2 | Phillips | 0.036" | 15 | Fully Threaded | __ | 100 | 000000000 | 000000 |
Electrocoated Steel | |||||||||||
No. 9 | |||||||||||
| 1 5/8" | 0.405" | 0.094" | No. 2 | Phillips | 0.036" | 15 | Fully Threaded | __ | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/4" | 0.405" | 0.094" | No. 2 | Phillips | 0.036" | 15 | Partially Threaded | 2" | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Strip-Resistant Drilling Screws for Joining Drywall to Metal Framing
Ribs under the head act as a brake to prevent over-tightening and damaging threads. A drill point powers through drywall and into metal studs up to 0.105" thick. These screws are made from steel and have a coating that resists up to 500 hours of salt spray. Length is measured from the top of the head.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Head | Drive | |||||||||
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| Lg. | Drill Point Size | Dia. | Ht. | Size | Style | Approximate Threads per Inch | Threading | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Electrocoated Steel | ||||||||||
No. 8 | ||||||||||
| 1 5/8" | No. 2 | 0.395" | 0.094" | No. 2 | Phillips | 18 | Fully Threaded | 100 | 000000000 | 000000 |
Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel | ||||||||||
No. 8 | ||||||||||
| 1 1/4" | No. 2 | 0.413" | 0.118" | No. 2 | Phillips | 18 | Fully Threaded | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 2 1/4" | No. 2 | 0.413" | 0.118" | No. 2 | Phillips | 18 | Fully Threaded | 100 | 000000000 | 00000 |