FRAMECAD Fasteners Full

Fastening Solutions for
Cold Formed Steel
Preface
Version 1
Intro
Introduction
Since the 1990s FRAMECAD have specialized in the development and supply of fastening
systems specifically for the light steel framing industry with an emphasis on quality, reliability
and speed. Our products are available with a choice of plating finishes to meet the demands of
variable climatic and environmental conditions.
FRAMECAD screw fasteners are produced by established ISO 9001 (and some 14001) certified
factories with a long tradition for producing consistent quality and adherence to strict
manufacturing and inspection standards to meet increasingly stringent building codes. This has
resulted in consistent product quality delivered to our customers.
FRAMECAD screws fasteners are increasingly available in multiple global locations to service
international demand for specialist products.
FRAMECAD products incorporate innovative new high torque drives such as the exclusive new
X-Drive, coating technologies such as E-Coat anti-corrosion plating and thread designs such
as the double helix thread used on the M6 Fastite. The use of such technologies has proved to
increase manufacturing, site productivity and structure durability.
This document has been published for the purpose of providing information of a general nature only.
Further, no guarantee, warranty, or any other form of assurance is given as to the accuracy, currency
or completeness of the information provided. Accordingly, any reliance on, or use, by you of any
information contained within this document for any purpose whatsoever shall be entirely at your own
risk, and any liability to you is expressly disclaimed to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Copyright 2009 FRAMECAD Solutions Ltd. Reproduction of any part of this document is prohibited,
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Directory
Page Number
Introduction
Screw Selector
Ordering
FRAMECAD Contact Information
Ordering Form
Identifying a Screw
Understanding Screw length
10
Screw Head Type
11
Screw Driver Type
13
Screw Point Type
14
Screw Data Files

Frame Assembly Screws
15
Structure Erection Screws
21
Sub Trades Screws
26
Bracket and Other screws
37
Driver Bits
39
Screw Fundamentals
General
42
Strength Tests
43
Drive Type Comparisons
44
Directory
Page Number
EPDM Washer Screws
Installation
45
Advantages of using FRAMECAD EPDM washers
46
Winged Drill Point Screws
47
Corrosion
Tests and Rating Methods
48
E Coat
50
ISO Categories
51
Quick Reference Guide
52
Screw Gauge Conversion Table
54
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Application
Thickness of Steel
Recommended Screw / Fastening
Up to 0.75mm
10 gauge, Dual Thread, 16mm, Wafer, PP
Drive
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Assembling Framing, Trusses and Joists
Walls
Assembling Light Gauge Steel and fixing

through pre-punched holes
10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Head, PP
PH#2
SQ#2
15
X-Drive #1
16
PH#3
M6 Fastite, 17mm, Flat Head, PP

up to 0.95
17
X-Drive #1
16
PH#3

Over 0.95mm
17
10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Pan, DP
Lox #2
X-Drive #1
12 guage, 18 TPI, 22mm, Flat Pan, DP
Lox #2
X-Drive #1
19
19
PH#3
Offsite Frame Assembly

Trusses or
Joists
Assembling Light Gauge Steel and fixing

through pre-punched holes
Up to 0.75mm
10 gauge, Dual Thread, 16mm, Wafer, PP
17
PH#2
SQ#2
15
X-Drive #1
16
PH#3

up to 0.95
17
X-Drive #1
16
PH#3

Over 0.95mm
17
Lox #2
X-Drive #1
Lox #2
X-Drive #1
19
19
PH#3

Trusses or
Joists
Assembling Light Gauge Steel where there are

no pre-punched hole
Up to 0.75mm
17
10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Wafer, DP
PH#2
10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Plan, DP
Lox #2
X-Drive #1
Lox #2
X-Drive #1
18
0.95 & over
19
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Screw Selector
Application
Thickness of Steel
Drive
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Frame Errection
Notes
Joining Light Gauge Steel Frame Walls to each other
10gauge, 16 TPI, 16mm, Hex, DP
Hex Head
21
Connecting steel bottom plate to steel or timber floor Joists
14 gauge, 10 TPI, 25mm, Hex, Type 17
Connecting Light Gauge Steel Wall Framing to structural steel
12 gauge, 24 TPI, 32mm Length Hex, Drill Point

#5
Hex Head
N/A
Connecting Light Gauge Steel Wall Framing to Concrete Floor

Pads
Hex Head
22
12mm Dynabolt OR 12mm Tru Bolt OR Screw

See Bracket Section
Bolt
Adding extra strength to join or modifying frame where

Plasterboard is required to go over later
10 gauge, 16 TPI, 16mm, Flat Head 1mm, DP
PH#2
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Laying Flooring on Floor Joists

Attaching Particle Board / OSB / Plywood to Light Gauge Steel
Floor Joists
Attaching Particle Board / OSB / Plywood to Light Gauge Steel
Floor Joists
Up to 0.95mm
8 gauge, 14 TPI, 38mm, CSK Rib, PP
SQ #2
Lox #2
8 gauge, 18 TPI, 35mm, CSK Rib, Wing DP
SQ #2
Lox #2
24
Over 0.95mm
24
Connecting Trusses to Wall Framing

Connecting Light Gauge Steel Trusses to Light Gauge Steel Wall
Framing
Hex Head
21
12 gauge, 14 TPI, 20mm, Hex, DP
Hex Head
21
Connecting Light Gauge Steel Trusses to Timber Framing
See Bracket Section
Connecting Light Gauge Steel Trusses to Concrete Walls
See Bracket Section
Connecting Light Gauge Steel Framing or Trusses to Structural

Steel Beams (Hot Rolled Steel)
See Bracket Section
*Pin Point screws should only be used if the correct dimple hole size has been punched. The nominal hole size for 10 gauge screws is 3.8mm +/- 0.1mm. The nominal hole size when using the M6 Fastite is 5.1mm +/- 0.1mm. Screw holding
strength will reduce if the hole is too large and screw insertion effort will increase if the hole is too small. To change the dimple hole size, order the appropriate dimple tool from Framecad.
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Application
Thickness of Steel
Drive
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Installing Roof Battens / Purlins

Attaching Light Gauge Steel Battens to Light Gauge Steel Trusses
Hex Head
8 gauge, 18 TPI, 40-80mm, CSK Rib, Wing DP
PH#2
Lox#2
21
Attaching Timber Battens to Light Gauge Steel Trusses
27
Connecting Roofing Products to Battens

Fastening Profiled Metal Roofing to Light Gauge Steel Tophat
Battens
12 gauge, 14 TPI, 20-65mm, Hex NeoWasher,

DP
Hex Head
Fastening Profiled Metal Roofing to Timber Battens
14 gauge, 10 TPI, 25-75mm, Hex NeoWasher,

Type 17
Hex Head
PH#2
X-Drive #1
28
30
Connecting Exterior Cladding to Light Gauge Steel Framing

Attaching Plywood or OSB to Light Gauge Steel Framing
Sub Trades
32
Attaching Fibre Cement Board to Light gauge Steel Framing
4.5mm
10 gauge, 16 TPI, 25mm, Bugle, DP
PH#2
6 to 12mm
10 gauge, 16 TPI, 25mm, CSK rib, DP
X-Drive #1
PH#2
X-Drive#1
Lox#2
PH#2
X-Drive #1
X-Drive#1
Lox #2
31
over 12mm
31
31
Attaching Sandwich Panels to Light Gauge Steel Framing
19
PH#2
18
Attaching Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) / Hebel to Light

Gauge Steel Framing
Attaching Solid Timber to Light Gauge Steel Framing
14 gauge, 16 TPI, 75mm, CSK Rib, DP
Socket Hex
PH#2
X-Drive#1
10 gauge, 16 TPI, 35-75mm, CSK Rib, Wing DP
PH#2
X-Drive#1
N/A
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Application
Thickness of Cladding Recommended Screw / Fastening
Drive
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Fixing Building Wrap and Insulation

Attaching Building Wrap or Insulation to Light Gauge Steel
Frames
8 gauge, 18 TPI, 16mm, Wafer Button, DP
PH#2
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Fixing Internal Lining and Finishing

Fixing Plaster Board to Light Gauge Steel Framing
PH#2
Up to 0.75mm
6 gauge, 15 TPI, 25-41mm, Bugle, PP
0.75mm & over
6 gauge, 20 TPI, 25-41mm, Bugle Scanvenger,

DP
PH#2
PH#2
X-Drive#1
Lox#2
PH#2
X-Drive#1
Sub Trades
33
Fixing Magnesium Board to Light gauge Steel Framing
34
31
31
Fixing Timber, MDF of PVC Profiles to Light Gauge Steel Framing
PH#2
36
15 gauge hardened pins

N/A
Connecting Brackets
Attaching Bracket to Light Gauge Steel
Hex Head
21
PH#2
10 gauge, 16 TPI, 16mm, Flat, DP
Lox #2X
Drive #1
18
19
12 gauge, 14 TPI, 20mm, Hex, DP
Hex Head
21
Attaching Bracket to Concrete
Screw Bolt
Hex Head
37
Attaching Bracket to Timber
12 gauge, 14 TPI, 25-75mm, Hex, Type 17
Hex Head
N/A
Attaching bracket to Hot Rolled Steel
12 gauge, 24 TPI, 32mm, Hex, Drill Point #5
Hex Head
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Identifying a Screw
Understanding Screw Length
How to Measure a Screw

The fastener length is determined as the total length of penetration
The length is measured from the

underside of the head to the end of the
point:
Flat Pan Head Screws

Wafer Head Screws
Hexagonal Head screws (HWH)
Flat Head Screws
Button Head Screws
Pan Head Screws
The length is measured from the top of the

head to the end of the point:
Bugle Head Screws

Countersink Screws (CSK)
Countersink Rib (CSK Rib)
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Identifying a Screw
Screw Head Types
Head Types
Wafer
(2mm depth)
Low profile, curved head for metal-to-metal

applications. Designed to sit flush in prepunched dimple holes.
Wafer Button
Wider, flatter version of the wafer, with a little

button at the top of the screw to add strength.
Designed to have more surface area contact,
enabling it to hold light items such as building,
insulation or building wrap to Light Gauge Steel
Framing.
A low disc screw head with a bevelled outer
edge.
Pan
Flat Pan
(2.8 3mm depth)
Flat Head
(1 2mm depth
range)
Hex Washer Head

(HWH)
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A low profile version of the pan head, especially

useful for steel framing applications, where the
screw head must sit flush within the dimple to
allow smooth application of cladding or lining
product over the top.
A simple head with a low, flat appearance. Ideal
for sitting flush in dimples
High torque, hexagonal head for metal-to-metal

applications. The design of the screw gives it
extra head strength and makes it easier to drive
due to the extra torque and stability in the
driver.
Identifying a Screw
Screw Head Types
Head Types - Continued

Hex Washer Head
with Neoprene
Washer
Countersunk
(CSK)
Same head type as the Hex Washer Head

however on the other side of the built in
washer there is a removable neoprene washer
designed to give a waterproof seal around the
fastening and hole. Most commonly used in
roofing and exterior cladding applications.
Conical, with flat outer face and tapering inner
face allowing it to embed into softer materials
and give a flush finish.
Countersunk Rib
(CSK Rib)
Countersunk head with cutting ribs on the

underside to allow the head to embed properly
into materials such as timber or fibre cement.
Bugle
Similar to countersunk, but there is a smooth

progression from the shank to the angle of the
head, similar to the bell of a bugle. Designed to
seat fast and easily into wood or drywall.
Bugle Scavenger
Designed with a secondary ring under the

normal Bugle head design to eliminate paper
burrs in drywall. This double head effectively
reduces paper burns for a cleaner finish.
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Identifying a Screw
Screw Driver Types
Screw Driver Types

X-Drive
Lox Drive
Phillips Drive
Square Drive
(Robertson)
Hex washer Head

Drive
Socket Hex Drive
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The X-Drive delivers much higher torque

without the cam out that occurs with a Phillips
Drive. It delivers more stability when driving
screws, minimizes wear on driver bits and
reduces operator fatigue. The X-Drive also
offers Bit-Stick without any magnetising.
Another high torque drive with similar
properties to the X-Drive. Its unique design
has 12 points of contact allowing for higher
torque. It offers excellent Bit-Stick minimising
dropped screws and eliminating the need for a
magnetised bit holder.
The classic drive, built and designed to cam
out preventing the fastener from overdriving
into gypsum board. While appropriate in
applications such as drywall, is not always ideal
when assembling steel framing.
Four sided recess screw which is also very
common. The screw has a taper making them
easy to use and have a higher torque value than
the Phillips, however not nearly as high as the X
Drive or lox. The square drive offers some BitStick.
A hex screw head with high torque which is
ideal for metal to metal applications. The large
extruding hex gives additional head strength
and allows for more torque and stability making
it easier to drive. Due to the size of the head, it
cant be used in applications where other
products need to go on top of it.
Hexagonal recess, similar to the square drive
but with a hexagon shape instead of the square.
Often driven by a Hex wrench or Allen key
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Identifying a Screw
Screw Point Types
Screw Point Types

Self Drilling Point
(DP)
Fasteners with a point capable of drilling into

medium to heavy gauge steel. Drill points are
classified as #1(shortest) through #5 (longest),
with a #5 point being capable of penetrating
thicker gauge metals.
Pilot Drill Point

(Pilot DP)
A self drilling point with an unthreaded portion

of the shank between the point and the
threads, designed to attach wood or plywood
to medium gauge metal.
Streaker Point
Piercing sharp pointed gypsum board screw for

metal studs. The Pin Point has an especially
sharp point having multiple threads occurring
within the other in the body portion of the
screw. One of the threads gradually decreases
in diameter and fades into the tapered portion
of the shank and terminates. The other thread
decreases in diameter and fades nearer the
pointed end of the screw.
A screw with a sharp pin point. Used for steel
framing assembly with pre-punched holes. The
sharp point helps align the holes for
exceptionally accurate frames.
Pin Point
(PP)
also known as sharp
or needle point)
Winged Drill Point

(Wing DP)
Type 17
(T17)
Reduced Drill Point
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Used to attach plywood, particle board and

cement board to steel. The wings bore a hole in
the wood greater in diameter than the major
diameter of the screw. As the point of the
fastener enters the metal, the wings are broken
off, allowing the fastener to tap into metal.
A sharp pointed screw, slotted at the point
(shank slotted) to aid in drilling and displacing
hard materials. Ideal for light steel to wood
applications
Similar to a standard drill point however the
drill part of the screw is narrower, matching the
width of the inner diameter of the screw rather
than the outer thread.
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Screw Data Files Frame Assembly

Wall and Truss Frame Assembly for Joining Metal up to 0.75mm Thick
Applications
Prefabrication of steel wall framing,

roof trusses and floor joists
Designed for 3.8mm prepunched
holes
Suitable for .55mm & .75mm (25-22
gauge) Light Gauge Steel (LGS) only
002589
Features & Benefits
Pin point is designed to align pre

punched holes during frame
assembly
High speed screw assembly
Dual thread specifically designed for
thinner material, resulting in a tight
connection
Highly suitable for transportable
buildings
Wafer head provides a flat bearing
surface
E Coat plating for superior corrosion
resistance
Screw will stick to bit allowing single
hand operation (Square Drive only)
Available in both Square (SQ) and
Description
Part #
Carton
Quantity
(000s)
10g Dual Thread x 16mm, Wafer,

PH#2, PP, 1000hrs, Loose
PH#2, PP, 1000hrs, Collated
002601
10
003198

SQ#2, PP, 1000hrs, Loose
SQ#2, PP, 1000hrs, Collated
002589
10
003155
Phillips drive (PH)
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Wall and Truss Frame Assembly for Joining Metal 0.75mm 0.95mm Thick
Applications
Pre-fabrication of steel wall framing,

Recommended for pre-holed metal
0.75 to 0.95mm thick (22 to 20 gauge)
001236
Features & Benefits
Pin point aligns pre-punched holes

during frame assembly, creating high
quality connections and exceptionally
accurate framing
X Drive recess delivers stability and
high torque minimizing wear on
driver bits and lowering rates of
worker fatigue
Highly suitable for transportables
Flat head sits flush in frame dimple,
Description
providing smooth surface for
cladding and lining
10g 18 x 19mm, Flat, X Drive
Under head serrations reduce
#1, PP, 48hrs, Loose
stripping and provide resistance to
vibrational loosening during
#1, PP, 48hrs, Collated
transport
E-coat option provides high level of
#1, PP, 1000hrs, Loose
corrosion resistance after driving,
more positive driver engagement
#1, PP, 1000hrs, Collated
and less driving resistance
Screw will stick to bit allowing single
handled operation
Compatible with Superdrive collated screw system for increased speed
Part #
Carton
Quantity
(000s)
002056
002961
001236
002962
Manufacturing
Manufactured in ISO 9002 and ISO 14001 certified and approved facilities
The fasteners comply with SAE J78, DIN 18182 and ASTM C 1002, as referred in ICBO
report ER-5280, and are approved for use by the Uniform Building Code
Patent protected
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Wall and Truss Frame Assembly Specialist Screw
Applications
001792
High Strength connection requirements

Specialised fastener for transportable
buildings, modular buildings, or prefabricated steel framing that will be
transported long distances
Designed for pre-holed metal 0.55 to
1.15mm thick (25 to 18 gauge)
Features & Benefits
Due to its high strength, a single M6

Fastite screw can replace 2-3
standard screws speeding up
assembly time
TRILOBULAR Body: Provides
superior resistance to vibrational
loosening during transport
Extrudes thin metal for maximum
thread engagement
Twin Helix thread: Provides double
thread engagement, increased
stability and quicker installation
Very high shear strength
Pin point aligns pre-punched holes
during frame assembly, creating
premium quality connections and
exceptionally accurate framing
Undercut Head with serrations:
absorbs material extruded by the
screw and increases the under head
contact area to increase resistance
to stripping
Manufacturing
Description
Part #
Carton
Quantity
(000s
M6 Fastite x 17mm, Wafer,

PH#3, PP, 1000hrs, Loose
001792
Patent protected
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Wall and Truss Frame Assembly for Joining Metal 0.75 - 0.95mm
Applications
000550

Designed for metal 0.75mm (22
gauge) to 0.95mm (20 gauge)
Features & Benefits
Self tapping drill point is designed for easy penetration into heavy gauge metal
Low profile flat head sits perfectly flush in frame dimple, providing smooth surface for
cladding and lining
Under head serrations reduce stripping and provide resistance to vibrational loosening
during transport
Description
Part #
Carton Quantity
(000s)
10g 18 x 19mm, Wafer,PH#2, DP,1000hrs,Loose

10g 18 x 19mm, Wafer,PH#2, DP,1000hrs,Collated
000550
002878
10
6
10g 16 x 16mm, Wafer, SQ#2, DP, 2000hrs, Loose
003012
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Applications

Designed for metal 0.95mm to
2.0mm thick (20 to 14 gauge)
002048
Features & Benefits
Self tapping drill point is designed

for easy penetration into heavy
gauge metal
X Drive & Lox recess deliver
stability and high torque minimizing
wear on driver bits and lowering
rates of worker fatigue
X Drive has a lower profile flat head
that sits perfectly flush in frame
dimple, providing smooth surface
for cladding and lining
Under head serrations reduce
stripping and provide resistance to
vibrational loosening during
transport
E-coat option provides high level of
corrosion resistance after driving,
more positive driver engagement
and less driving resistance
Compatible with Superdrive
collated screw system for increased
speed
X-Drive
000418
Lox
Manufacturing
The fasteners comply with SAE J78, DIN 18182 and ASTM C 1002, as referred in ICBO
report ER-5280, and are approved for use by the Uniform Building Code
Patent protected
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Description
Part #
Carton Quantity
(000s)
10g 18
10g 18
10g 18
10g 18
x 19mm, Flat, X Drive #1, DP, 48hrs, Loose

x 19mm, Flat, X Drive #1, DP, 48hrs, Collated
002048
002963
001877
002964
8
6
8
6
12g 18
12g 18
12g 18
12g 18

003617
003176
002965
002966
6
6
6
6
10g 18
10g 18
10g 18
10g 18
x 19mm, Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP, 48hrs, Loose

x 19mm, Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP, 48hrs, Collated
x 19mm, Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP, 1000hrs, Loose
x 19mm, Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP, 1000hrs, Collated
000418
000392
001996
001790
8
6
8
6
12g 18
12g 18
12g 18
12g 18
x 22mm,
x 22mm,
x 22mm,
x 22mm,
001241
001437
002054
001233
6
6
6
6
Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP, 48hrs, Loose

Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP, 48hrs, Collated
Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP, 1000hrs, Loose
Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP, 1000hrs, Collated
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Screw Data Files Structure Erection

General Frame and Truss Connecting Screws
Screw Data
Files Structure Erection
Applications
General Metal to Metal screw ideal

for joining frames , connecting
frames to steel floors or adding
additional strength to connections
Designed for metal 0.75mm
(22gauge) to 2.0mm (14gauge) thick
002094
Note: for over 1.15mm, 12gauge

screws are recommended
Description
Part #
Carton Quantity
(000s)
10g 16
10g 16
10g 16
10g 18
10g 16
10g 16
x 16mm, HWH, Hex, DP, 24hrs, Loose

001989
001870
002047
001789
001548
003063
1
1
1
1
1
1
12g 14 x 20mm, HWH, Hex, DP, 24hrs, Loose

12g 24 x 32mm, HWH, Hex, Deep Driller, 1000hrs, Loose
002095
002440
001991
002409
002465
002408
002417
002251
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
14g 14
14g 14
14g 14
14g 14
002094
002413
002443
002442
1
1
1
1

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Connecting to Structural Steel
Applications
Connecting light gauge steel to heavier, structural steel
002251
Features & Benefits
Long #5 drill tip designed to penetrate heavy steel

Fine 24 TPI thread for better connection to heavy steel
Shown with optional washer
Description
Part #
12g 24 x 32mm, HWH, Hex, Deep Driller, 1000hrs, Loose (without washer)
002251
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Special Low Profile Bracket / Strapping Screw
Application
001869
General Metal to Metal screw ideal

for steel strapping or bracing and
adding additional strength to
connections
Features & Benefits
Low profile 1mm thick head ensures

flush bearing surface for lining
Note: Only available with PH#2 drive
Description
Part #
Carton Quantity
(000s)
10g 16 x 16mm, Flat,PH#2, DP, 48hrs, Loose

10g 16 x 16mm, Flat,PH#2, DP, 1000hrs, Loose
001869
001539
10
10
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Flooring Screws
Application
002090
Fixing timber flooring such as plywood or particle

board to steel floor joists 0.75mm to 0.95mm thick
Features & Benefits
Sharp point for penetration up to 0.95mm

Collated & compatible with the Superdrive extension,
allowing upright operation, increasing speed
Description
Part #
8g 14
8g 14
8g 14
8g 14
8g 14
000382
002080
001041
001854
002081
x 38mm, CSK, Lox#2, PP, 48hrs, Loose

x 38mm, CSK, Lox#2, PP, 48hrs, Collated
x 44mm, CSK, Lox#2, PP, 48hrs, Loose
10g 14 x 50mm, CSK, Lox#2, PP, 48hrs, Collated
002090
Application

board to steel floor joists 0.95mm or thicker
002077
Features & Benefits
Drill point to penetrate through thicker steel

Winged to bore through timber flooring and CSK
head to sit flush with surface
Collated & compatible with the Superdrive extension,
allowing upright operation, increasing speed
Description
Part #
10g 14 x 45mm, CSK, Lox#3, Wing DP, 48hrs, Collated

10g 14 x 51mm, CSK, Lox#3, Wing DP, 48hrs, Collated
002082
002077
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Flooring Screws
002091
Application

board to steel floor joists 1.2mm or thicker
Features & Benefits
Longer drill point to penetrate through thicker

steel
CSK head to sit flush with surface
Collated & compatible with the Superdrive 75
extension, allowing upright operation, increasing
speed
002092
Note: 178mm Lox driver bits required for Superdrive 75

unit
Description
Part #
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
x 41mm, CSK, Lox #2, Pilot DP, 24hrs,Collated

002078
002079
002091
001896
12g 24 x 51mm, CSK, Lox #2, Wing DP, 24hrs,Collated
002092
8g 18 x 41mm, CSK, PH #2, Pilot DP, 1000hrs,Collated

8g 18 x 50mm, CSK,PH #2, Pilot DP, 24hrs,Loose
002093
002070
10g 24 x 36mm, CSK, PH #2, Pilot DP, 24hrs,Loose

10g 24 x 36mm, CSK, PH #2, Wing DP, 24hrs,Loose
002071
002072
12g 24 x 51mm, CSK, PH #3, Wing DP, 24hrs,Loose
002073
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Screw Data Files Sub Trades

Building Wrap and Steel Wire Mesh
Application
002086
Attaching building wrap / weather barrier

or insulation to steel framing
Attaching steel wire mesh to cladding
Features & Benefits
Extra wide 11mm head for more holding

power
Description
Part #
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 15
8g 15
8g 18
8g 18
003180
002058
001857
001855
003199
003114
002086
x 12mm, Wafer Button, PH#2, DP, 48hrs, Loose

x 14mm, Wafer Button, PH#2,PP, 24hrs, Loose
x 25mm, Wafer Button, PH#2,PP, 24hrs, Loose
10g 16
10g 18
10g 16
10g 16
10g 16

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002727
001893
001955
001544
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Timber Battens
Application
Attaching timber battens to light gauge steel trusses
002062
Features
Winged to bore through timber

CSK head to sit flush with batten surface
Description
Part #
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
002061
001852
002062
001853
x 50mm, CSK Wafer Rib, Lox #2, Wing DP, 1000hrs,Loose

x 50mm, CSK Wafer Rib, Lox #2, Wing DP, 1000hrs, Collated
x 60mm, CSK Wafer Rib, Lox #2, Wing DP, 1000hrs,Loose
x 60mm, CSK Wafer Rib, Lox #2, Wing DP, 1000hrs, Collated
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Roofing Screws
Application
001357
Fastening profiled metal roofing to steel battens
Features & Benefits
High quality neoprene washer designed to prevent water

penetration through the drilled hole or to the underside
of the screw
Built in steel washer to hold neoprene washer in place
High torque hex head
Please read EPDM installation guide on page 45
Description
Part #
10g 16 x 16mm, HWH, Hex, Neo, DP, 1000hrs, Loose

001894
001865
003042
12g 14
12g 14
12g 14
12g 14
12g 13
12g 14
12g 13
12g 14
x 20mm, HWH, Hex, Neo, DP, 2000hrs, Loose

x 55mm, HWH, Hex, Neo, TG, Reduced DP, 2000hrs, Loose
x 65mm, HWH, Hex, Neo, TG, Reduced DP, 2000hrs, Loose
001864
001816
001551
001357
002730
001361
003177
001359
14g 10
14g 10
14g 14
14g 14
14g 14
14g 14

002907
002889
002444
002445
002682
002681
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Roofing Screws
Application
002059
Fastening profiled metal roofing to steel battens
Features & Benefits
Shank protection minimises removal of zinc coating

during installation. The shank protector enlarges
the hole cut in the metal roofing, preventing the
sharp edges of the metal from removing the
protective coating
Upper threads grip the roof sheet to provide tight
connection with EPDM washer reducing chance of
water infiltration and permitting walking on roof
without compromising the connection with the
roofing material
2000hrs / Class 4 corrosion protection as per AS3566.2 2002 as standard
High quality neoprene washer designed to prevent water penetration through the
drilled hole or to the underside of the screw
Shank protector has

enlarged the clearance
hole as it passes
through the profile
sheet
Screw shank is abraded as it is driven through

the hole in the roofing sheet, removing the
protective coating
Screw shank abrasion is prevented by the

widened clearance hole produced by the shank
protector
Description
Part #
M6.2 13 x 50mm, HWH, Hex, Neo, TG, SP, UDP, 2000hrs, loose
12g 14 x 45mm, HWH, Hex, Neo, TG, SP, DP, 2000hrs, Loose
002628
002059
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Roofing Screws / Rigid Insulation Screws
Application
002678
Fastening profiled metal roofing to timber battens
Features & Benefits
High quality neoprene washer designed to prevent water

penetration through the drilled hole or to the underside
of the screw
Type 17 tip with a cutting edge designed to go through
both light steel and timber
Description
Part #
14g 10 x 75mm, HWH, Hex, Neo, T17, 2000hrs, loose, unpainted

14g 10 x 75mm, HWH, Hex, Neo, T17, 2000hrs, loose, painted
000547
002678
Application
002671
Fastening rigid insulation to steel
Features
Extra long length

2000hrs / Class 4 corrosion protection as per AS3566.2 2002
Description
Part #
14g 10 x 90mm, HWH, Hex, DP, 2000hrs, loose

002671
002672
002673
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Fibre Cement, Magnesium Board and Timber Cladding Screws
Application
Specialist screw for 6-12mm thick Fibre Cement Board to light steel framing
Features & Benefits
Patented extra wide CSk Rib head design allows minimum countersink allowing for
direct paint finishing
Drill point to pierce through steel
X-Drive for stability
Description
Part #
10g 16 x 25mm, CSK Wafer Rib, X#1,DP, 1000hrs, Loose
002050
Application
Attaching Plywood, OSB,

Magnesium or Fibre Cement Board
12mm or thicker to steel framing
001992
002099
Features & Benefits
Drill point to pierce through steel

CSK rib head to sink into board
leaving flush surface for finishing
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Fibre Cement, Magnesium Board and Timber Cladding Screws
Description
Part #
8g 18 x 35mm, CSK Rib, X#1,Wing DP, 1000hrs, Loose
001358
10g 16 x 40mm, CSK Rib, X#1,Wing DP, 1000hrs, Loose
002656
8g 18 x 32mm, CSK Wafer Rib, PH#2,Wing DP, 48hrs, Loose

8g 18 x 35mm, CSK Rib, PH#2,Wing DP, 1000hrs, Loose
8g 18 x 45mm, CSK Rib, PH#2,Wing DP, 48hrs, Loose
002099
002967
001349
10g 16
10g 16
10g 16
10g 16
001540
002968
001867
001868
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
x 35mm, CSK Rib, PH#2,Wing

DP, 2000hrs, Loose

DP, 1000hrs, Loose
DP, 2000hrs, Loose
DP, 2000hrs, Loose
x 32mm, CSK Wafer Rib, Lox#2,Wing

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DP, 1000hrs, Collated
DP, 1000hrs, Loose
DP, 1000hrs, Loose
DP, 1000hrs, Loose
001992
001860
001990
001851
002061
001852
002062
001853
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Fixing Gypsum / Plaster Board to Steel up to 0.75mm Thick
Application
001541
Fixing Internal gypsum board wall lining to steel up to

0.75mm thick
Features & Benefits
Super sharp self tapping needle point is designed for

penetration into light sheet metal
Phillips drive enables cam-out, preventing overdriving and
breaking the paper surface of gypsum sheet
Bugle head provides a flat bearing surface
Compatible with Superdrive collated screw system for
increased speed
Description
Part #
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
6g 15
002097
002890
002638
001400
001541
001846
002067
001845
002639
001360
001847
x 25mm, Bugle, PH#2, PP,24hrs, Loose

x 30mm, Bugle, PH#2, PP,24hrs, Collated
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Fixing Gypsum / Plaster Board to Steel 0.75mm 2.0mm Thick
Application
001849
Fixing Internal gypsum board wall lining to steel 0.75mm

2.0mm thick
Features & Benefits
Self tapping drill point is designed for penetration into metal

Scavenger head eliminates drywall paper burrs, creating a
smooth professional finish
Phillips drive enables camout, preventing overdriving and
breaking the paper surface of the gypsum sheet
Compatible with Superdrive collated screw system for
increased speed
Description
Part #
6g 20 x 32mm, Bugle Scavenger, PH#2, Reduced DP,24hrs, Loose

6g 20 x 32mm, Bugle Scavenger, PH#2, Reduced DP,24hrs, Collated
003153
003154
6g 20
6g 20
6g 20
6g 20
6g 20
6g 20
6g 20
6g 20
6g 20
6g 20
x 25mm, Bugle Scavenger, PH#2, DP,12hrs, Loose

x 25mm, Bugle Scavenger, PH#2, DP,24hrs, Loose
x 25mm, Bugle, PH#2, DP, 48hrs, Collated
x 30mm, Bugle, PH#2, DP, 48hrs, Loose
x 32mm, Bugle Scavenger, PH#2, DP, 24hrs, Loose
001440
002068
002706
002087
002088
000387
001849
001848
002707
001850
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18
8g 18

x 41mm, Bugle, PH#2, Pilot DP, 1000hrs, Collated
x 75mm, Bugle Scavenger, PH#2, DP, 24hrs, Loose
002726
001858
001861
002471
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Gypsum Joining / Attaching Tri-board to Steel
Application
Joining Gypsum to Gypsum (double layer Gypsum)
002074
Features & Benefits
8 TPI thread ensuring maximum holding power
Description
Part #
10g 8 x 38mm, Bugle, PH#2, PP, 24hrs, loose

10g 8 x 38mm, Bugle, PH#2, PP, 1000hrs, loose
002074
002075
Application
002096
Attaching Tri-board to Steel Framing
Features
Ribbed CSK head grips Tri-board and forces CSK head

into panel leaving a flush surface
Description
Part #
8g 20 x 41mm, CSK Rib, PH#2, Pilot DP, 1000hrs, loose
002096
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Interior Finishing
Application
002076
Interior finishing, attaching timber, MDF or PVC profiles to

steel framing
Features & Benefits
Ribbed CSK head grips profile and forces CSK head down
leaving a flush surface
Description
Part #
6g Course x 25mm, CSK, SQ#2, PP, 24hrs, loose
002405
7g - 15 x 25mm, Trim, Sq#1, PP, 24hrs, Loose

7g - 19 x 41mm, Trim, Sq#1, DP, 24hrs, Loose
7g - 19 x 57mm, Trim, Sq#1, DP, 24hrs, Loose
002406
002076
002069
6g 20 x 50mm, CSK, PH#2, Wing DP, 24hrs, Loose
001542
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Screw Data Files Bracket and Other Screws

Attaching Brackets to Concrete
Application
Connecting brackets and wall framing to

concrete floors
Features & Benefits
Screw bolts are removable and reusable

Extra thick M10 / M12 bolts for superior
strength
Course thread for extra grip to the concrete
002652
Description
Part #
M10 x 60mm, Screw Bolt, HWH, Galv

M12 x 75mm, Screw Bolt, HWH, Zinc
M12 50x50 Square Washer x 3mm, HDG
003085
003086
002652
002653
003084
002321
002653
Features & Benefits
Economical
Sleeve that expands and locks bolt into place
when tightened
002103
Through Bolt M12 x 80mm, YZ

Through Bolt M12 x 100mm, YZ
Through Bolt M12 x 80mm, HDG
Through Bolt M12 x 100mm, HDG incl Nut & Square Washer
Through Bolt M12 x 120mm, HDG incl Nut & Round Washer
Hold Down Plate, HDG 80mm x 80mm x 5mm
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002101
002102
002103
002886
003087
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Screw Data Files Bracket and Other Screws

Attaching Brackets to Concrete
Application
Connecting brackets and wall

framing to concrete floors
Features & Benefits
002911
Galvanised finished for increased

corrosion resistance
Chemical bond anchoring bolt into the concrete
Extra thick M12 bolts for superior strength
Description
Part #
M12 x 110mm (153mm), Anchor Stud, Galv with n/w (333148)

M12 x 120mm, Anchor Stud, Galv with n/w (337132)
M12 x 160mm, Anchor Stud, Galv with n/w
002908
002911
002674
M12 x 110, Chemical Anchor Resin Sachet (Hilti)
002675
Bolt Fix Anchor adhesive (Holdfast 280ml) 2 nozzles

Bolt Fix Anchor adhesive (Holdfast 310ml) 2 nozzles
002888
002887
Hilti Chemical Anchor HY150 330ml

Hilti Dispenser for HY150 330ml
Hilti Chemical Anchor HY150 500ml
Hilti Dispenser for HY150 500ml
002904
002905
002909
002910
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Driver Bits
Image
Driver Product Description
SQ#2
Image
Part #
Driver, SQ#2 x 50mm
001552
Driver, SQ#2 x 150mm
001882
Driver, SQ#2 x 153mm
003156
Part #
Driver, X#1 x 50mm
001441
Driver, X#1 x 153mm
002793
X#1
Image
Lox#2
Image
Part #
Driver, Lox#2 x 25mm (Stick Fit)
002850
001347
002418
001466
Driver, Lox#2 x 153mm (Non Stick Fit for Super Drive)
000398
001014
001881
Part #
PH#3
002959
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Driver Bits
Image
Part #
Driver, Lox#3 x 153mm (Non Stick)
000399
Driver, Lox#3 x 178mm (Non Stick) for Superdrive 75 series
001372
Lox#3
Image
PH#2
Image
Part #
Driver, PH#2 x 25mm
001381
Driver, PH#2 x 50mm
001549
Driver, PH#2 x 50mm (Long Life)
002500
Driver, PH#2 x 153mm
001380
Driver, PH#2 x 163mm
002647
Part #
Driver, Hex Socket 5/16 x 65mm with Magnet
001553
001554
Hex
5/16
Image
Part #
003220
003221
Hex
3/8
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Driver Bits
Image

Hex
8mm
Part #
Driver, Hex socket 8mm x 150mm with Magnet (Koken 115-150)
004740
003100
004741
Image
Part #
N/A
N/A
001404
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Magnetic Bit Holder 50mm
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Screw Fundamentals
General
Fastening to Metal
For successful connection, the screw must be of
sufficient length to ensure at least 3 threads are
protruding through the fastened material and the drill
point length must be greater than the total thickness
of metal being fastened into
Note
Caution must be taken when tightening screws.
Screws must be fully tightened however caution must
be taken not to over tighten as this can lead to the
thread being stripped, significantly affecting the connection and load capacities.
Installation Guidelines:
Use a quality brand impact driver or screw gun.

Suggested screw gun specification for optimal performance is 4 amps minimum, with an
RPM range of 0 to 2,500.
The screw is fully seated when the head is flush with the work surface.
Overdriving may result in failure of the fastener or strip out of the work surface.
The fastener must penetrate beyond the metal a minimum of three thread pitches.
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Screw Fundamentals
Strength Tests
Axial Tensile
Strength
Shear Strength
Torsional Strength
The tensile load

(kN) required to
break the screw
The shear load (kN) required to

break the screw
The torque (kN) required

to break the screw
Pull-out Resistance
Amount of force required to pull a fastener out of a specified thickness of wood or steel.
Ultimate Load
A load that during a controlled test, produced complete failure of the fastener.
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Drive Type Comparisons

Torque Comparisons
High Torque Drives
FRAMECAD offers a unique High Torque Drive systems. Many jobs, such as frame construction
and fixing fibre cement cladding, are quicker and easier to do when using a high torque drive.
The Lox drive system has 12 points of contact, delivering maximum torque. The XDrive
system offers high torque, yet can be fitted into a low profile screw head, making it the perfect
choice for steel framing screws.
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EPDM Washer Screws

Installation
EPDM Washer Installation
Do not overdrive. Overcompression will damage the washer and reduce its
effectiveness
TOO LOOSE
Sealing material is not visible; not enough compression to seal
CORRECT
Sealing material slightly visible at edge of washer - assembly is water tight
TOO TIGHT
Washer is deformed; sealing material pressed beyond fastener edge
EPDM Washers
Using high quality EPDM washers is a critical part of having a watertight roof. Because washers
are small and relatively inexpensive, their importance in a roofing project is sometimes
overlooked. A poor quality washer can result in enormous costs if it is made of inferior material.
The washer is vital in maintaining the integrity of the roofing system. A failure in the washer can
mean at best replacement of the screws, or at worst, considerable damage to the entire roof
and building structure. FRAMECAD uses only premium EPDM compounds for its range of
roofing screws, ensuring a high quality fastening solution for steel framed roofs.
FRAMECAD roofing screws incorporate the use of DEKS EPDM washers. Deks quality roofing
washers are chosen globally by major fastening suppliers to ensure their fastening systems
provide a weather-tight seal against wind, rain, heat and sunlight.
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EPDM Washer Screws

Advantages of Using FRAMECAD EPDM Washers
Design
FRAMECADs washer design ensures sealing at ALL points of contact between screw and roofing
sheet. The illustration below shows how the washer has a clear advantage over conventional
washer designs.
Multi-Seal
1.
2.
3.
4.
Protects and seals under the head

Protects against the shank
Protects against the roof sheet
Protects around the perimeter
Standard bonded metal washer

Normally hidden from sight, a cross section
shows how basic washers rely on ineffective
metal to metal contact, which can never
guarantee 100% effective waterproofing.
The least costly product can sometimes be
the most expensive if it fails
Material
Although washers tend to look the same, chemical analysis shows that their performance
differs dramatically. Only a premium EPDM compound is suitable for use on metal roofs,
particularly if the washer and fastener are powder coated and baked after assembly.
Conductivity
Carbon black added to the washer material provides important qualities such as UV and ozone
resistance, but too much can create corrosion problems by creating an electrical pathway
between the roofing sheet and the screw. Carbon black is often over-used in EPDM compounds
by manufacturers because it is cheap. FRAMECADs washers have just the right threshold level
of carbon black that eliminates conductivity in their washers and are supplied standard as nonconductive.
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Winged Drill Point Screws

How Winged Drill Point Screws Work
Winged Drill Points are screws with 2 wing like tabs located just above the drill point. When
fixing fibre cement or engineered timber cladding such as plywood or OSB etc to steel that is
0.75mm (or thicker) it is important to use a screw that has wings. The wings create a clearance
hole removing the requirement to pre-drill holes. The clearance hole maintains the screw
rotation speed and allows the drill tip to penetrate the steel quickly with-out jacking (lifting)
and potentially weakening or cracking the board
Installation Guidelines
Driver speed recommendation 2500rpm

Driving too slowly may result in failure of wings to break off
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Corrosion
Corrosion Resistance
Corrosion resistance is an extremely important factor to consider when purchasing screws, and
is often over looked when putting a structure together. Moisture, airborne chemicals and
pollutants all can combine to reduce the life of carbon steel fasteners through the process of
corrosion, threatening the integrity of the structure.
When choosing a screw, careful attention needs to be paid to the application it is being used for
and the level of exposure to the elements it will receive. Questions such as; is the project in a
coastal area subject to salt laden air, or is it in an urban area where acid rain will attack exterior
components of the building?, also how long will the structure be under construction,
exposing interior components to the elements prior to the building being enclosed? all need to
be considered.
There are also unique aspects of light gauge steel that will impact structures differently than
other building materials. The shape of the common steel track section can act as a trough
during construction, collecting rainwater and morning dew and the type and location of
thermal insulation used in the wall system and the relative humidity can result in water vapour
condensing within exterior walls. Also, since steel framing members are inherently straight and
true, it is easier to attain quality construction with less air infiltration through walls. This
reduced air movement in wall cavities can cause moisture to accumulate, corroding steel studs
and fasteners, if protection is not provided.
Unlike many building components for which the designer can look to codes or industry
standards for guidance, these sources offer little help with the issue of fastener corrosion. Most
codes are very general, requiring fasteners to have a corrosion resistant treatment with no
further detail.
A better guide to go by may be found in the results of long range testing that has been
conducted by ASTM and other organizations to determine the corrosion behaviour of zinc
coatings (Zinc being the most common coating used to protect the screw from corrosion). The
service life of zinc coating and hence the corrosion protection of the screw, is a function of its
thickness and the type of environment to which it is exposed.
On the following page is the result of worldwide testing comparing the behaviour of
electrodeposited zinc in various atmospheres
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Corrosion
Service Life of Electrodeposited Zinc- Average Atmospheric Corrosion Rates:
Industrial 5.6 m/year
Suburban 1.3 m/year
Indoors less than 0.5m
Urban non-industrial or marine 1.5 m/year

Rural 0.8 m/year
For fasteners, the most widely used guide for rating and selecting coatings is the relative
performance in the Salt Spray Testing (see below for definition). Although this test is not an
indication of field life, it does give the specifier knowledge of how a finish compares to other
types of finishes.
When selecting fasteners, you need to consider the field conditions and the relative level of
finish performance desired. FRAMECAD offer screws with different coating Salt Spray Test (SST)
ratings varying from 24hrs or 48hrs for internal dry applications such as drywall linings through
to 1000hrs and 2000hrs for exterior metal cladding & roofing applications. For steel framing
assembly & erection we recommend the use of 1000hrs rated (equivalent to Class 3 per AS
3566.2) products.
Testing Methods
The relative performance of the various corrosion protection methods is determined by
standard laboratory testing. While these tests cannot predict installed service life, they are an
important part of fastener manufacturers quality control program and help the fastener
specifier understand the relative performance of various coatings.
Corrosion Testing Methods
Salt Spray Test (SST)
-Measure in Hours
Kesternich Test
-Measured in Cycles
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In this test, fasteners are placed in a sealed cabinet and exposed to an

atmospheric mixture of distilled water (H2O) and 5% sodium chloride (NaCl). One
hundred percent relative humidity is maintained in the test cabinet at a
temperature of 100 F. The testing is continuous 24 hours per day, all per ASTM
standard B-117. Fasteners are periodically inspected for corrosion. The test
results are reported as hours of exposure to first appearance of rust.
This method is much more severe than salt spray testing by simulating the
conditions a finish encounters when exposed to a heavy industrial atmosphere.
Sulphur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxide (NO2) are introduced at a rate of 2
litres per cycle into an atmosphere of 100% humidity within a test chamber.
These gases, when combined with water, form sulphurous acid (H2So3) and
nitric acid (HNO3), respectively. One cycle consists of twelve hours wet, with the
cabinet closed, and twelve hours dry, with the cabinet open, all per DIN Standard
50018. Results are usually reported as the number of cycles (24 hour periods) the
fastener endures with less than 5% red rust. This is the preferred test method for
roofing fasteners which are required to meet Factory Mutual Standard 4470.
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Corrosion
E-Coat Protection
E-Coat
E-Coat is the latest generation in screw coating / corrosion resistance technology and addresses
many of the past issues associated with standard coatings such as recess fill and abrasion.
E-Coat advantages:
No recess fill enabling more torque transmission due to higher driver engagement
A thinner film build, which doesnt clog threads. This allows screws to be driven with
less effort
1000 hr + SST Corrosion protection
Scratch and Chip Resistant increasing service life as the protective coating is much less
likely to be damaged during installation
Environmentally friendly application method
Corrosion Resistance Recommendations and Comparisons

Application
Environmental Coating Class
Category (ISO (as per AS
9223)
3566.2 2002)
Interior linings, Steel framing
and roof trusses (inland and
mild environments)
External Cladding, Steel
framing and roof trusses
(coastal and aggressive
environments)
Roofing
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Salt Spray Test

(SST) Hours
(IC-ASTM B117)
24-48
Kesternich
Rating
Cycles
0
2&3
1000
10
2000
15-20
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Corrosion
ISO Categories
Environmental Characteristics
Mild urban/rural (ISO category 1-2)
Away from all above environments and corrosive fall-out within 2kms.
Light industrial/urban (ISO category 2-3)
This environment is widespread in industrial/urban areas, away from all environments listed
below, and typically 500m from heavy industrial fall-out, or where small industries lead to
moderate level of fall-out from small stacks etc.
Industrial (ISO category 3)
Characterised by fall-out from adjoining severe industrial environments or where small
industries lead to significant industrial fall-out. Generally includes other service buildings
located near heavy industrial plants, including out-buildings of the plant itself.
Moderated marine (ISO category 3)
Generally between 300m and 1000m from marine surf, although topography and/or strong
prevailing winds may extend this distance. Characterised by occasionally noticeable salt smell.
Airborne salt present, but not visible as haze.
Severe industrial (ISO category 4)
Characterised by fall-out and emissions form stacks, sulphur and acid smells. Includes only plant
buildings themselves and any building immediately under stacks. Also includes buildings with
high internal humidity and/or corrosion from operations within.
Severe marine (ISO category 4)
generally between 100m from the beach front and approximately 300m inland. In high wind
areas, may extend further inland depending on prevailing winds and geography of the area.
Characterised by strong salt smell and haze, salt smearing and salt build-up in unwashed areas
of structures. Generally a noticeable deterioration of most building materials evident.
Very severe industrial (ISO category 5)
Characterised by heavy fall-out and emissions form stacks, and strong sulphur and acid smells.
Generally very high rates of corrosion in most building structures are evident.
Very severe marine (ISO category 5)
Includes off-shore areas and up to 100m from the high waterline of areas with breaking surf
(site inspection required).
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Screw Type
Drill Point
Material Thickness (mm)
.75
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.95
.75
.95
.95
.75
.95
.95
>.95
4.5
12
>12
.75
6 gauge, 20 TPI, 25-41mm,

Bugle Scanvenger, PH#2,
DP
.75
6 gauge, 20 TPI, 50mm,

CSK, PH#2, Wing DP

CSK Rib, PH#2, Wing DP

CSK Rib, X Drive#1, Wing
DP

CSK, SQ#2, Wing DP

CSK, Lox#2, Wing DP

Wafer Button, PH#2, DP

Flat Head 1mm, PH#2, DP

Flat, Lox#2, DP

Flat, X Drive#1, DP

Wafer, PH#2, DP

Hex Head, DP

Bugle, PH#2, DP
10 gauge, 16 TPI, 4080mm, CSK, PH#2, Wing

DP

CSK, Lox#21, Wing DP

CSK rib, X Drive#1, DP
12 guage, 18 TPI, 22mm,

Flat Pan, X Drive#1, DP
12 guage, 18 TPI, 22mm,

Flat Pan, Lox#2, DP

Hex, DP
12 gauge, 14 TPI, 2065mm, Hex NeoWasher,

DP

CSK, DP
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Attaching bracket to Hot Rolled

Steel
Attaching Bracket to Light Gauge

Steel
Timber, MDF or PVC Profiles to

Light Gauge Steel Framing
Fixing Magnesium Board to Light

gauge Steel Framing
Fixing Plaster Board to Light

Gauge Steel Framing
Building wrap or insulation to

Steel Frames
Attaching Solid Timber to Light

Gauge Steel Framing
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete /

Hebel to Steel Framing
Attaching Sandwich Panels to

Attaching Fibre Cement Board to

Light gauge Steel Framing
Plywood or OSB (Cladding) to Light

Gauge Steel Framing
Fastening Profiled Metal Roofing

to Timber Battens
Profiled Metal Roofing to Steel

Tophat Battens
Attaching Timber Battens to Light

Gauge Steel Trusses
Attaching Steel Battens to Steel

Trusses
Steel Trusses to Steel Wall Framing
Particle Board / OSB / Plywood

(Flooring) to Steel Floor Joists
Adding strength to join where

Plasterboard is required
Light Gauge Steel Wall Framing to

structural steel
Steel bottom plate to steel or

timber floor Joists
Joining Light Gauge Steel Frame

Walls to each other
Assembling LGS Trusses & Joists

where there are no pre-punched
hole

and screwing through prepunched holes
Assembling LGS Wall Framing and

screwing through pre-punched
holes
Screw Type
Sharp Point
Material Thickness (mm)
.75
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.95
.75
.95
.95
.75
.95
.95
>.95
4.5
12
>12
.75

Bugle, PH#2, PP
.75

CSK, SQ#2, PP

CSK, Lox#2, PP
10 gauge, Dual Thread,

16mm, Wafer, SQ#2, PP
10 gauge, Dual Thread,

16mm, Wafer, PH#2, PP

Flat Head, X Drive, PP
M6, 17mm, Flat Head,

PH#3, PP
Type 17
14 gauge, 10 TPI, 2575mm, Hex NeoWasher,

Type 17

Hex, Type 17
Number 5 Drill Tip

Hex, Drill Point #5
Other
Masonary Bolt
Hardened Pins
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Attaching bracket to Hot Rolled

Steel
Attaching Bracket to Light Gauge

Steel
Timber, MDF or PVC Profiles to

Fixing Magnesium Board to Light

gauge Steel Framing
Fixing Plaster Board to Light

Gauge Steel Framing
Building wrap or insulation to

Steel Frames
Attaching Solid Timber to Light

Gauge Steel Framing
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete /

Hebel to Steel Framing
Attaching Sandwich Panels to

Attaching Fibre Cement Board to

Light gauge Steel Framing
Plywood or OSB (Cladding) to

Fastening Profiled Metal Roofing

to Timber Battens
Profiled Metal Roofing to Steel

Tophat Battens
Attaching Timber Battens to Light

Gauge Steel Trusses
Attaching Steel Battens to Steel

Trusses
Steel Trusses to Steel Wall

Framing
Particle Board / OSB / Plywood

(Flooring) to Steel Floor Joists
Adding strength to join where

Plasterboard is required
Light Gauge Steel Wall Framing to

structural steel
Steel bottom plate to steel or

timber floor Joists
Joining Light Gauge Steel Frame

Walls to each other

where there are no pre-punched
hole

and screwing through prepunched holes
Assembling LGS Wall Framing and

screwing through pre-punched
holes
Conversion Table
Screw Gauge Conversion Table
Screw Gauge Conversion

Imperial Gauge
Metric (Nominated Screw Diameter)
6g
3.5mm
8g
4.2mm
10g
4.8mm
12g
5.5mm
14g
6.3mm
Metric Screw Sizes

Metric Designation
Nominal Screw Diameter
M5
5mm
M6
6mm
M8
8mm
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Recommended Screw / Fastening

10 gauge, Dual Thread, 16mm, Wafer, PP

Assembling Framing, Trusses and Joists

Assembling Light Gauge Steel and fixing

10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Head, PP

M6 Fastite, 17mm, Flat Head, PP

10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Head, PP

M6 Fastite, 17mm, Flat Head, PP

10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Pan, DP

12 guage, 18 TPI, 22mm, Flat Pan, DP

M6 Fastite, 17mm, Flat Head, PP

Assembling Light Gauge Steel and fixing

10 gauge, Dual Thread, 16mm, Wafer, PP

10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Head, PP

M6 Fastite, 17mm, Flat Head, PP

10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Head, PP

M6 Fastite, 17mm, Flat Head, PP

10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Pan, DP

12 guage, 18 TPI, 22mm, Flat Pan, DP

M6 Fastite, 17mm, Flat Head, PP

Assembling Light Gauge Steel where there are

10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Wafer, DP

10 gauge, 18 TPI, 19mm, Flat Plan, DP

12 guage, 18 TPI, 22mm, Flat Pan, DP

0.95 & over

Recommended Screw / Fastening

10gauge, 16 TPI, 16mm, Hex, DP

Connecting steel bottom plate to steel or timber floor Joists

14 gauge, 10 TPI, 25mm, Hex, Type 17

Connecting Light Gauge Steel Wall Framing to structural steel

12 gauge, 24 TPI, 32mm Length Hex, Drill Point

Connecting Light Gauge Steel Wall Framing to Concrete Floor

12mm Dynabolt OR 12mm Tru Bolt OR Screw

Adding extra strength to join or modifying frame where

10 gauge, 16 TPI, 16mm, Flat Head 1mm, DP

Laying Flooring on Floor Joists

8 gauge, 14 TPI, 38mm, CSK Rib, PP

8 gauge, 18 TPI, 35mm, CSK Rib, Wing DP

Connecting Trusses to Wall Framing

10gauge, 16 TPI, 16mm, Hex, DP

12 gauge, 14 TPI, 20mm, Hex, DP

Connecting Light Gauge Steel Trusses to Timber Framing

See Bracket Section

Connecting Light Gauge Steel Trusses to Concrete Walls

See Bracket Section

Connecting Light Gauge Steel Framing or Trusses to Structural

See Bracket Section

Recommended Screw / Fastening

Installing Roof Battens / Purlins