Grabber®
10 x 5-in Phillips, Modified Truss Head, Fine Thread, Drill Point GrabberGard® Gray Screws (Bulk)
Item Number: 242G
Metal to metal framing or attaches metal lath to 33-68 mil (20-14 ga.) steel studs.
ICC-ES Evaluated
ESR-1271 Report
Specifications
| Application | Metal to Metal |
|---|---|
| Bit Tip | #2 Phillips |
| Head Type | Modified Truss Head |
| Thread Type | Fine |
| Coating | GrabberGard® Gray |
| Point Type | Drill Point |
| Gauge | 10 |
| Metric Gauge | 4.8 |
| Length | 5 in. |
| Head Diameter | 0.447 in. |
| Package Type | Bulk Box |
| Amount | 500 |
| Threads Per Inch | 16 |
Available in other lengths
- 3 1/2 in. 240G
- 4 in. 241G
- 5 in. 242G
Benefits
- Grabber’s Pro-Fit™ # 2 Phillips recess is a precision recess designed for better bit engagement resulting in less wobble or strip-out.
- The modified truss head design provides a larger load bearing surface for better holding power.
- GrabberGard® exterior-grade coating provides additional protection against corrosion in most exterior applications.
- Consistently formed extra sharp drill point starts and drills easily into heavy gauge metal framing.
Recommended Application
Framing steel 33 mil or thicker. K-lath installation in steel substrate.
Installation Guidelines
- Use a standard screwgun with depth sensitive nose piece. Suggested screwgun specification for optimal performance – Size #6 - #10, up to 2,500 RPM.
- The head is fully seated when the bearing surface of the head is flush with the work surface.
- The fastener must penetrate beyond the metal three full thread pitches.
- Overdriving may result in failure of the fastener or stripout within the substrate.
Trademark
All GRABBER® screw products are manufactured in facilities that are ISO 9001 certified. The fasteners comply with ASTM C1513 & C954 requirements. Specific fasteners are listed in ICC ESR-1271: please check the report for listed item numbers. ©2012 GRABBER Construction Products, Inc. GRABBER®, STREAKER®, LOX®, GRABBERGARD® and SCAVENGER® are registered trademarks of Grabber Construction Products, Inc.