Midwest Fasteners Tan XL1500 Coated Steel Star Drive Bugle Head Deck Screw

Midwest Fasteners Tan XL1500 Coated Steel Star Drive Bugle Head Deck Screw

The Midwest Fasteners Saberdrive Deck Screw is a steel exterior wood screw built for consistent drive performance and long-term finish durability on decks, fences, and outdoor framing. This family is available in #12 x 3" and #12 x 3-1/2" lengths, and every screw shares a bugle head, a star (Saberdrive) drive, and a Tan XL1500 coating engineered for corrosion resistance in treated-lumber and outdoor environments. Manufactured in Taiwan, this screw is part of Midwest Fasteners' wood and construction screw lineup and is designed for wood-to-wood fastening where repeated, predictable driving is required. Each length in the family uses the same drive, head, and coating system, so crews can count on consistent results whether fastening deck boards or outdoor trim.

Key Features

• Size Range: Available in #12 x 3" and #12 x 3-1/2" lengths to match deck board thickness and fastening depth requirements.
• Material & Finish: Steel construction with a Tan XL1500 coating for enhanced corrosion resistance in outdoor and treated-lumber applications.
• Head Type: Bugle head seats flush and distributes clamping load evenly across deck boards and trim without over-driving.
• Drive Type: Star (Saberdrive) drive provides improved bit engagement and reduces cam-out during high-torque driving.
• Product Type: Deck screw designed for repeated exterior fastening tasks on decking, fencing, and outdoor wood framing.
• Color: Tan finish blends with common treated and cedar decking tones for a cleaner finished appearance.
• Country of Origin: Manufactured in Taiwan.

Technical Specifications

• Wire Size: #12 x 3" - #12 x 3-1/2"
• Product Color: Tan

Typical Applications

• Deck board installation and replacement
• Fence post, rail, and picket assembly
• Outdoor wood framing and ledger-adjacent trim work
• General exterior wood-to-wood fastening on treated lumber
• Repair and maintenance of existing deck and outdoor wood structures

Why Midwest Fasteners?

Midwest Fasteners builds its Saberdrive deck screws with a steel body and Tan XL1500 coating specifically to hold up to outdoor exposure while keeping drive performance consistent across both the #12 x 3" and #12 x 3-1/2" lengths in the lineup. The bugle head and star drive combination is a proven configuration for professional deck and fence installers who need predictable seating and minimal cam-out on repetitive driving tasks. Choosing a dedicated deck screw over a general-purpose wood screw helps ensure the coating, head geometry, and drive system are matched to the demands of exterior wood construction, whether you're fastening fresh decking or handling repair work on an existing structure.