3" Length x .160" Strong-Drive SDWS Framing Screw, Quick Guard Coating, head diameter: 0.440", drive type: T-25, low profile head, serrated threads, thread length: 1.625, sawtooth type 17

The SDWS Framing screw is designed and load-rated for replacing 16d, 10d and 8d nails in framing applications. The SDWS Framing screw is 0.160" in diameter and superior to nails in holding power and pull-out resistance. It is code listed under IAPMO UES ER-192 and meets 2012 and 2015 IRC® and IBC® code requirements for several common wood framing and engineered-wood applications.

The screw has a SawTooth™ point that makes for fast installations with reduced torque without predrilling, and its specially designed head countersinks easily to provide a clean, flush finish. The T-25 bit holds the 6-lobe recess tightly, reducing cam-out and head stripping.

Key Features:

Large head with underhead box-nibs provides increased bearing in structural applications and provides clean and easy countersinking (0.44" head dia.)

SawTooth™ point for quick starts with no predrilling

Serrated threads reduce installation torque for easier driving

The 6-lobe drive reduces driver-bit cam-outs, resulting in easier installations and longer bit life

Quik Guard® coating provides protection in indoor and outdoor applications

Applications: Multipurpose wood-to-wood and engineered-wood applications, including framing, indoor/outdoor projects

Product Includes: Driver bit BIT25T-2

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