Minerallac 26809-6 #8 x 1/2" Wafer Head Phillips Zinc-Plated Lath Tek Screw
The Minerallac 26809-6 is a #8 x 1/2" Lath Tek self-drilling screw engineered for securing K-Lath and similar metal lath applications in electrical and construction installations. Constructed from steel with a corrosion-resistant zinc-plated finish and silver head color, this fastener features a low-profile wafer head with a Phillips drive for fast, secure installation without pre-drilling. Its Type-BSD self-drilling point cuts through metal lath and thin-gauge material, making it a reliable choice for professional electricians and contractors who need a dependable, code-appropriate fastening solution for lath, stucco, and plaster substrate work. Sized #8 x 1/2" with a thread size of 18, the 26809-6 is engineered for consistent engagement and long-term holding strength in demanding jobsite conditions, and it is manufactured to Minerallac's quality standards in Taiwan.
Key Features
- Fastener Size: #8 x 1/2" overall length, sized for lath and thin-gauge metal fastening applications.
- Durable Construction: Steel body construction provides the strength needed for reliable, long-term fastening performance in commercial and residential settings.
- Zinc-Plated Finish: Zinc-plated coating with a silver head color helps resist corrosion and extends service life in typical installation environments.
- Wafer Head Design: Low-profile wafer head measuring 0.37" in width and 0.03" in height sits flush for a clean finished appearance.
- Phillips Drive: Phillips drive head allows for quick, secure driving with standard Phillips bits and drivers.
- Type-BSD Self-Drilling Point: Self-drilling thread type eliminates the need for pre-drilling pilot holes, speeding up installation on K-Lath and similar materials.
- Thread Size 18: Thread size 18 delivers consistent, secure engagement for lath fastening tasks.
- Country of Origin: Manufactured in Taiwan for consistent quality control.
Technical Specifications
- Country Of Origin: Taiwan
- Head Color: Silver
- Head Height: 0.03 in
- Head Width: 0.37 in
- Product Length: 1/2 in
- Product Material: Steel
- Product Size: #8
- Thread Size: 18
- Thread Type: Type-BSD Self-Drilling
Typical Applications
- Securing K-Lath and Metal Lath Installations
- Electrical Box and Bracket Mounting to Metal Lath
- Stucco and Plaster Substrate Fastening
- Commercial and Residential Construction Projects
- Renovation and New Construction Fastening Tasks
Why Minerallac?
Minerallac fasteners like the 26809-6 are engineered with steel construction and a zinc-plated finish to deliver dependable corrosion resistance and long-term holding strength. The Type-BSD self-drilling design and Phillips wafer head combine for fast, professional-grade installation on lath and related applications. With a #8 x 1/2" size, thread size 18, and a low-profile 0.37" wide, 0.03" high wafer head, this screw is purpose-built for the demands of K-Lath and thin-gauge metal fastening. Electricians and contractors rely on Minerallac for consistent, code-appropriate fastening hardware that holds up on both commercial and residential jobsites, whether on new construction or renovation projects requiring dependable metal lath attachment. The combination of steel durability and zinc plating means the 26809-6 stands up to repeated handling and typical jobsite exposure without sacrificing the flush, finished look that a wafer head provides.
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Product Specs
- Head Color:
- Silver
- Head Height:
- 0.03
- Head Type:
- Wafer Head
- Head Width:
- 0.37
- Product Finish:
- Zinc Plated
- Product Length:
- 1/2 in
- Product Material:
- Steel
- Wire Size:
- #8
- Product Type:
- Tek Screw
- Thread Size:
- 18
- Thread Type:
- Type-BSD Self-Drilling
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Self-Tapping Screws
- Product Group:
- Hangers, Supports & Fasteners