

Drilling a pilot with a straight drill bit yields excellent results because the shank of the screw is straight through out its entire length. The overall reduced shank diameter results in a deep thread profile offering great holding power. Modern Production Screws - The shank diameter is actually smaller than the major diameter but larger than the minor diameter. Creating this tight fit on traditional wood screws yields maximum holding power. Tapered drill bits are needed with this type of screw as the pilot hole should fit the outside shank diameter of the screw almost perfectly. Threads on these screws are deeper near the point and begin to shallow as they get closer to the unthreaded shank or screw head. Traditional Wood Screws - The shank diameter on this screw exactly matches the outside dimensions of the threads. The difference between a traditional wood screw and a modern production screw is found in the sizing differences between the diameter of the screw shank and the screw threads. Note that the fractional dimensions are the best approximations of the actual decimal dimensions. We've listed screw dimensions for Production Screws in two forms − a table showing the maximum and minimum decimal dimensions, and a table showing the maximum fractional dimensions.

Not coincidentally, only 2/3 of the shank is threaded on our 1 in. As the thickness of the lumber increases though, this ratio can be reduced so that only 1/2 of the shank is threaded into the secondary piece. In choosing length, try to have about 2/3 of the screw threaded into the "secondary" piece, as shown. In general, though, the screw should always go through the thinner piece, and thread into the thicker piece. Sometimes you do not have much choice as to length because of the construction details. There is no hard and fast rule concerning screw length requirements. Use our Select A Screw Section and by using the filters on the left side you can quickly narrow your options to the screws you are looking for. #12 & #14 For heavy-duty construction, hanging solid-core doors, etc. #10 General construction, heavy-duty furniture, outdoor projects, decks, lawn furniture, boat building, etc. #8 General furniture construction, cabinets, light construction. For example, 'Oversize' garments will have additional ease and offer our roomiest fit. #6 Small crafts, hinges and drawer slides, children’s furniture, toys, light-duty jigs and fixtures, etc. Our sizes are 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, 6X, 7X, and 8X (18W to 48W equivalent) Measurements on our size chart reflect body measurements and are not the actual garment measurements Each size has ease built in for comfort and the amount of ease will vary by style. #4 Designed for small crafts, jewelry boxes, attaching hinges, etc. In addition, the following guidelines may help you select the proper size: Not sure which size you need? The drawings below are as accurate as possible to help in deciding which size is required for your job. Nominal Size (Actual Size) 1 x 2 inches (1.1 x 2.2 inches) 2 x 3 inches (1.4 x 2.8 inches) 2 x 4 inches (1.75 x 3.5 inches) 1 x 4 inches (1.1 x 4 inches).
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