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Scorpion®

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

Item Number: DPLH012

Scorpion Type D/P drill point screws are designed for heavy gauge metal to metal framing and lathing to metal framing applications.

Specifications

Application Metal to Metal
Bit Tip Phillips
Head Type Modified Truss Head
Thread Type Fine
Coating Clear Zinc
Point Type #3 Drill Point
Gauge 8
Metric Gauge 4.2
Length 1/2 in.
Head Diameter 0.425 in.
Package Type Bulk
Amount 10000
Threads Per Inch 18

Benefits

Scorpion hex head self-drilling screws comply with ASTM C1513 for cold-formed steel framing connections.

Recommended Application

For heavy gauge steel-to-steel attachment 43 mil (18ga) or thicker.

Installation Guidelines

  • Use a standard screw gun with a depth-sensitive nose piece and use caution when installing with an impact driver. Suggested screw gun specification for optimal performance - Size #8 - #10 up to 2,500 RPM, Size #12 up to 1,800 RPM; however, 2,500 RPM may be used provided care is exercised to minimize influence of high heat buildup due to surface speed (see ASTM C1513, Table 5, note C).
  • The Modified Truss head is fully seated when the bearing surface 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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