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Metallics SDS3B 6 x 1-1/4 in. Bugle Head Phillips Drywall Screws - Steel Zinc - Fine Threads - 8000qty

Metallics SDS3B 6 x 1-1/4 in. Bugle Head Phillips Drywall Screws - Steel Zinc - Fine Threads - Each

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6 x 1-1/4 in. Bugle Head Phillips Drywall Screws - Steel Zinc - Fine Threads - 8000qty

  • Additional Notes

    • Other sizes and quantities available by request | In the abscence of a single industry standard for Bugle Heads, these dimensions are offered as a guide; slight deviations are acceptable. | There is no single standard for drywall screw dimensions. These values are offered as a guide; deviations from these specifications may occur.

  • Kit Components

    • (3) Power Bit

  • Features

    • Fine Threads
    • Includes 3 Free Power Bits
    • Steel Zinc Material
    • Bugle Head with Phillips Drive
    • 6 Diameter, 1-1/4" Length

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Minimum Purchase:
8000 units
Arra Compliant:
N
Buy American Compliant:
No
Division:
Electrical H1
Drive Type:
Phillips
Driver Size:
#2
Fastener Head Height:
0.020 - 0.031 in.
Fastener Head Type:
Bugle
Fastener Head Width:
0.315 - 0.347 in.
Fastener Length:
1/1/04
Field Application:
Electrical, Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Industries
Hardness:
Rockwell C44
Language Code:
EN
Material Standard:
AISI 1018
Neurspe:
https://ideadigitalasset.com/DAMRoot/Original/10035/11237_ID-SPE-v1-ID-SPE-v1-Bugle_Hd_Phil_Fine_Thrd_SD-Tap_Dry_Scr.pdf
Order Minimum Imperial:
8000
Order Minimum Uom Imperial:
EA
Pack Type:
Box
Phillips Recess Depth:
0.106
Phillips Recess Diameter:
0.176 - 0.201
Product Group:
Fasteners
Product Height:
6.13 in
Product Length:
9 in
Product Weight:
36.8 lbs
Product Width:
9 in
Screw Point Type:
Drill Point
Sub Division:
Electrical-E H2
Thread Per Inch:
18
Thread Spacing:
Fine
Thread Type:
UNF
Department:
Electrical
Product Subgroup:
Screws
Product Type:
Self-Drilling & Tapping Drywall Screw
Type2:
Self-Drilling & Tapping Drywall Screw
Series:
SDS and SDSB
Product Finish:
Zinc
Product Details:
Self-Drilling & Tapping Drywall Screw
Product Material:
Steel Zinc

Metallics SDS3B – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Are the Metallics SDS3B drywall screws meant for metal studs or wood framing?
Metal studs. The SDS3B is a self-drilling and tapping drywall screw with a drill point and fine thread spacing at 18 threads per inch, which is the combination used for fastening board to light-gauge steel framing. Fine thread screws do not hold well in wood; for wood studs you want a coarse thread drywall screw with a sharp point instead.
2) Do I need to pre-drill the steel studs before running these screws?
No pre-drilling. The SDS3B carries a drill point, so it cuts and taps its own hole in light-gauge steel framing as it drives. That is the difference between this and a needle-point drywall screw, which will walk or stall on steel.
3) Do the Metallics SDS3B screws qualify for a Buy American or ARRA funded project?
No. The SDS3B is not Buy American compliant and is not ARRA compliant, and country of origin is listed as multiple. On a federally funded job with domestic sourcing requirements, this screw will not satisfy the spec.
4) What size bit do I need for the SDS3B bugle head drywall screws?
A #2 Phillips. The head takes a Phillips drive with a recess 0.106 in. deep and 0.176 to 0.201 in. across, which a #2 tip matches. Three power bits ship with the box, so a small crew is covered without a separate bit order.
5) Will the bugle head sink flush without tearing the drywall paper?
That is what the bugle head is for. The curved underside of the head compresses the paper face as it seats rather than cutting it, so the screw dimples just below flush for taping. Head width runs 0.315 to 0.347 in. with a head height of 0.020 to 0.031 in., so it sits shallow enough to skim over with compound.
6) How many Metallics SDS3B screws come in a box?
The SDS3B ships as a box of 8,000 pieces, which is the order minimum, and the carton runs about 36.8 lbs. That is bulk-job quantity, so it suits a drywall or electrical contractor stocking a truck rather than a one-room repair.
7) Are these drywall screws hard enough to drill steel without snapping the point?
The SDS3B is made from AISI 1018 steel case hardened to Rockwell C44, which is what lets the drill point cut light-gauge steel studs instead of blunting. Hardness at that level means the screw is strong in torsion but not ductile, so avoid over-driving once the head seats.
8) Are zinc plated drywall screws OK for damp or exterior work?
The SDS3B is steel with a zinc finish, which handles normal interior construction and gives some handling and storage corrosion protection. It is not a stainless or coated exterior fastener, so for exterior sheathing, wet areas, or treated lumber contact, choose a fastener rated for that exposure.
9) Can these screws be used for electrical and mechanical work, not just hanging board?
Yes. Metallics lists the SDS series for the electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning trades, so the same screw gets used for mounting straps, brackets, and light hardware to steel studs on those jobs, not only for board hanging.
10) Is the thread on these drywall screws a standard UNF pitch?
Thread type on the SDS3B is UNF (unified fine) at 18 threads per inch. The close pitch is what grabs thin steel stud material, where a coarse pitch would only catch a single thread flank.
How fast can I get the Metallics SDS3B delivered?
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Does the Metallics SDS3B come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics SDS3B is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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