Grabber®
8 x 1-5/8-in #2 Phillips, Flat Head, Fine Thread, #3 Pilot Point, GrabberGard® Gray Screws (Bulk)
Item Number: HG158SD
Attaches sheathing to heavy gauge metal
Specifications
| Application | Sheathing to Metal |
|---|---|
| Bit Tip | #2 Phillips |
| Head Type | Flat Head |
| Thread Type | Fine |
| Coating | GrabberGard® Gray |
| Point Type | #3 Pilot Point |
| Gauge | 8 |
| Metric Gauge | 4.2 |
| Length | 1 5/8 in. |
| Head Diameter | 0.309 in. |
| Package Type | Bulk |
| Amount | 5000 |
Benefits
- Grabber’s Pro-Fit™ #3 Phillips recess is a precision recess designed for better bit engagement resulting in less wobble or strip-out.
- The flat head design provides better holding power in sheathing to heavy-gauge metal applications.
- 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
Attach sheathing to steel 33 mil or thicker.
Installation Guidelines
- Use a standard screwgun with a depth sensitive nose piece. Suggested screwgun specification for optimal performance – Size #8 - #10, up to 2,500 RPM, Size #12 - #14, up to 1,800 RPM..
- The flat head is fully seated when the head is flush with the substrate.
- The fastener must penetrate beyond the metal three full thread pitches.
- Overdriving may result in failure of the fastener or failure of the gypsum board.
Trademark
All GRABBER® screw products are manufactured in facilities that are ISO 9001 certified. The fasteners comply with ASTM C1513 requirements. ©2012 GRABBER Construction Products, Inc. GRABBER®, STREAKER®, LOX®, GRABBERGARD® and SCAVENGER® are registered trademarks of Grabber Construction Products, Inc.