Screw Applications

Screw Applications: Wood Screws: Best for fastening materials like plywood, lumber, or other types of wood. Metal Screws: Ideal for fastening metal-based materials and hard plastics. Drywall Screws: Used for attaching drywall to studs (S-type for metal, W-type for...

Screw Head Design or Tip Shapes

Screw Head Designs: Slotted: Used with a flat-head screwdriver. Phillips: Designed for use with a Phillips screwdriver. Robertson: Features a square-shaped indentation and requires a matching driver head. Hex: Includes Allen screws (hexagonal indent for an Allen...

Screw Material Composition

Screw Material or Composition: Wood screws: Typically made of steel or stainless steel. Metal screws: Can be made of steel, stainless steel, bronze or other alloys, depending on the application. Drywall screws: Are typically made of steel, but can be coated or plated...

Screw Thread Types and Thread Counts

Thread Types: Coarse Screw Threads: Have more space between threads, making them suitable for softer materials like wood or drywall, and for sheet metal screws. Fine Screw Threads: Have smaller gaps between threads, ideal for pre-tapped holes in metal or use with...

Lubricated Screws Vs. Unlubricated Screws

Lubricating screws reduces friction, making them easier to drive and potentially preventing galling, while unlubricated screws can lead to increased friction and heat, potentially damaging the threads or the material being fastened. Lubricated Screws: Benefits:...