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Metallics JSDS4C 6 x 15/8 in. Bugle Head Phillips Drywall Screws - Steel Zinc - Fine Threads - Each

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6 x 15/8 in. Bugle Head Phillips Drywall Screws - Steel Zinc - Fine Threads - 100qty
  • Features

    • Fine Threads
    • Steel Zinc Material
    • Bugle Head with Phillips Drive
    • 6 Diameter, 15/8" Length
  • 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.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Minimum Purchase:
100 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:
1/5/08
Field Application:
Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning Industries, Wood, Drywall, Steel and Aluminum Application
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:
100
Order Minimum Uom Imperial:
JR
Pack Type:
Jar
Phillips Recess Depth:
0.106
Phillips Recess Diameter:
0.176 - 0.201
Product Group:
Screws
Product Height:
2.15 in
Product Length:
3 in
Product Weight:
0.53 lbs
Product Width:
3 in
Screw Point Type:
Drill Point
Sub Division:
Electrical-E H2
Thread Per Inch:
18
Thread Spacing:
Fine
Thread Type:
UNF
Department:
Fasteners
Product Subgroup:
Wood and Construction Screws
Product Type:
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 JSDS4C – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will a #6 x 1-5/8 in. fine thread drywall screw bite into metal studs without pre-drilling?
Yes. The Metallics JSDS4C has a drill point, so it self-drills and self-taps into light gauge steel framing with no pilot hole. The fine 18 threads per inch and the Rockwell C44 hardness are what let it cut steel rather than strip in it. For wood framing you would normally reach for a coarse thread instead.
2) Do Metallics SDS series drywall screws meet Buy American or ARRA requirements?
No. The JSDS4C is not Buy American compliant and is not ARRA compliant, with country of origin listed as multiple. If your project carries a domestic sourcing requirement, this fastener will not satisfy it.
3) What size Phillips bit do I need for Metallics JSDS4C drywall screws?
A #2 Phillips bit. The recess is 0.106 in. deep with a 0.176 to 0.201 in. diameter, so a worn or undersized bit will cam out and chew the recess. Keep a fresh #2 in the screw gun.
4) Will the bugle head sit flush enough to tape and mud over?
That is what the bugle head is for. Head height runs 0.020 to 0.031 in. across a 0.315 to 0.347 in. head width, so the tapered underside pulls the head just below the paper face without tearing it, leaving a dimple you can fill. Note that there is no single industry standard for bugle head dimensions, so slight deviations from those figures are normal.
5) Are these zinc drywall screws OK for exterior or damp locations?
Treat them as interior fasteners. The finish is zinc plating over AISI 1018 steel, which handles normal dry interior conditions but is not a corrosion coating for weather exposure or wet areas. For outdoor sheathing or soffit work, use a fastener specified for exterior corrosion resistance.
6) Can I use these screws for anything besides hanging drywall?
Yes. Metallics lists them for electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning work as well as wood, drywall, steel and aluminum applications, so electricians commonly use them to fasten boxes, straps and brackets to light gauge studs. The drill point is what makes that practical without pre-drilling.
7) What is the thread on these, and why does fine thread matter on a drywall screw?
Fine spacing, 18 threads per inch, cut to a UNF thread form. Fine threads are the right choice over steel studs because the shallower, closer threads grip thin gauge metal and resist backing out; coarse threads are the wood framing answer, where a deeper thread needs to bite soft fiber.
8) How are Metallics JSDS4C screws packaged, and what is the minimum order?
They come in a jar of 100, and 100 is the order minimum. The packed jar weighs 0.53 lbs. Other sizes and quantities are available by request.
How fast can I get the Metallics JSDS4C delivered?
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Does the Metallics JSDS4C come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics JSDS4C is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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