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Scorpion®

10 x 3-1/2-in Phillips, Bugle Head, Fine Thread, #3 Drill Point, Clear Zinc Screws (Bulk)

Item Number: DPZ312

Scorpion Type D/P Drill Point fasteners are designed for attaching gypsum board and sheathing to heavy gauge metal studs 33-97 mil (20-12 gauge).

Specifications

Application Drywall to Metal
Bit Tip Phillips
Head Type Bugle Head
Thread Type Fine
Coating Clear Zinc
Point Type #3 Drill Point
Gauge 10
Metric Gauge 4.8
Length 3 1/2 in.
Head Diameter 0.343 in.
Package Type Bulk
Amount 1000
Threads Per Inch 16

Available in other lengths

Benefits

Scorpion self-drilling drywall screws comply with ASTM C954 for attaching gypsum panel products to cold-formed steel.

Recommended Application

Drywall or sheathing attachment to steel 33 mil or thicker.

Installation Guidelines

  • Use a standard screw gun with a depth-sensitive nose piece and use extra caution when installing with impact drivers. Suggested screw gun specification for optimal performance - Size #6 - #10 up to 2,500 RPM.
  • The Bugle Head is fully seated when the top of the head is flush with the work surface.
  • The fastener must penetrate beyond the metal a minimum of three full threads.
  • Overdriving my result in fastener failure or strip out of the work surface.

Trademark

©2012 GRABBER Construction Products, Inc. Scorpion® is a registered trademark of Grabber Construction Products, Inc.
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