Industrial Screws

At Springs Fastener, we carry a variety of screws to fit every project's needs. Our extensive selection ensures you have the right fastener for any application, from construction to electronics and beyond. Here are some of the types of screws we offer:

• Concrete Screws
• Deck and Drywall Screws
• Cabinet Screws
• Cap Screws
• Dowel Screws
• Eye Screws
• Flange Screws
• Lag Screw
• Machine Screws
• and many more!

Closed-End Eye Screw, Steel Zinc

Closed-end eye screws, also known as closed eye bolts, are versatile and durable externally threaded fasteners featuring a loop at one end. These fasteners are designed to secure cables, wires, and chains, providing a reliable connection for various applications. Made from high-quality steel with a zinc coating, these eye screws offer enhanced strength and corrosion resistance, making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor use.

Key Features:

• Loop Design: The loop at one end allows for easy attachment of cables, wires, and chains, ensuring a secure and stable connection.
• Steel Zinc Construction: Made from durable steel and coated with zinc, these eye screws offer excellent resistance to corrosion and wear, extending their lifespan in various environments.
• Versatile Applications: Perfect for hanging items from ceilings or wall posts, these eye screws are widely used in construction, home improvement, and industrial settings.

Applications:

• Hanging Items: Ideal for suspending objects from ceilings, such as light fixtures, plants, and decorations.
• Securing Cables and Wires: Commonly used to anchor cables and wires in place, ensuring they remain organized and untangled.
• Supporting Chains: Suitable for attaching chains to various surfaces, providing a secure and reliable connection for weight-bearing applications.

Benefits:

• Easy Installation: The threaded design allows for quick and straightforward installation into wood, metal, or other suitable materials.
• High Strength: The robust steel construction provides superior strength and load-bearing capacity, ensuring a secure hold.
• Corrosion Resistance: The zinc coating protects against rust and corrosion, making these eye screws suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Concrete Screw

Concrete screws, also known as concrete anchors or masonry screws, are specifically designed to secure objects to concrete, brick, or masonry surfaces. These high-strength fasteners offer quick and efficient installation, making them ideal for both professional and DIY projects. Engineered to provide a strong and reliable hold, concrete screws can be used close to the edge of concrete without causing deformation, ensuring versatile and dependable performance in various applications.

Key Features:

• High Strength: Manufactured from durable materials, concrete screws provide exceptional holding power and stability, ensuring secure fastening in concrete, brick, or masonry.
• Quick Installation: Designed for fast and easy installation, these screws save time and effort on the job site. Simply drill a pilot hole and drive the screw into the material for a strong, immediate hold.
• Edge Stability: Capable of being installed close to the edge of concrete without causing cracks or deformation, providing greater flexibility in placement and application.

Applications:

• Construction: Ideal for securing fixtures, brackets, and supports to concrete walls, floors, and ceilings in construction projects.
• DIY Projects: Perfect for home improvement tasks such as mounting shelves, securing handrails, or installing outdoor lighting on masonry surfaces.
• Building Services: Used for installing machinery, pipe support brackets, and other equipment in commercial and industrial settings.

Benefits:

• Durable and Reliable: Made from high-quality materials, concrete screws ensure long-lasting performance and resistance to environmental factors.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for a wide range of applications, from residential projects to large-scale commercial construction.
• Enhanced Safety: The ability to install screws near the edge of concrete without causing damage enhances safety and structural integrity.

 

Deck/Drywall Screws

Deck screws and drywall screws are both essential fasteners, each designed with specific features and uses to suit their respective applications.

Deck Screws

Designed for outdoor use, deck screws feature sharp points, coarse threads, and corrosion-resistant coatings to withstand harsh weather conditions. They are equipped with bugle heads that can depress into wood without causing damage, making them ideal for securing pressure-treated lumber when building decks, fences, and other outdoor structures. Deck screws are also commonly used for framing and installing rails.

Key Features:

• Outdoor Durability: Corrosion-resistant coatings ensure longevity and resistance to the elements.
• Bugle Head: Designed to sink into wood without splitting or damaging it.
• Sharp Points and Coarse Threads: Provide strong holding power and ease of installation.

Materials and Coatings:

• Stainless Steel: Offers excellent corrosion resistance and durability.
• Copper: Provides an attractive finish with good corrosion resistance.
• Fluoropolymer Coated: Enhances durability and weather resistance.

Applications:

• Building decks
• Constructing fences
• Framing and installing rails
• Other outdoor woodworking projects

Drywall Screws

Also known as framing screws, drywall screws are used to secure drywall or plasterboard to walls, ceilings, timber, and metal studs and frames. They feature coarse threads and sharp points that create threads without damaging the material as they are driven in. Drywall screws are equipped with bugle heads with a curved underside, preventing the paper finish of the drywall from tearing. They often come with a black phosphate finish that resists rusting from wet drywall compound.

Key Features:

• Bugle Head: Prevents tearing of the drywall's paper finish during installation.
• Coarse Threads and Sharp Points: Facilitate easy penetration and strong hold in drywall and studs.
• Black Phosphate Finish: Resists rusting from wet drywall compound, ensuring durability.

Limitations:

• Not recommended for high humidity areas like bathrooms or outdoor applications due to lack of corrosion and alkali resistance coatings.

Applications:

• Securing drywall or plasterboard to walls and ceilings
• Attaching drywall to timber and metal studs
• General framing applications

Wood Screws

Wood screws are specialized threaded fasteners designed to connect pieces of wood securely. These screws feature coarse threads that grip the wood fibers firmly, ensuring a strong and stable connection. The pointed tip of wood screws allows for easy penetration into the wood surface, making them ideal for various woodworking applications.

Key Features:

• Coarse Threads: Designed to grip the wood fibers effectively, providing a secure and stable hold.
• Pointed Tip: Facilitates easy penetration into the wood surface, reducing the need for pre-drilling.
• Versatile Materials: Available in various metals and alloys, including steel, stainless steel, and brass, to suit different project requirements and environmental conditions.

Materials:

• Steel: Offers high strength and durability, suitable for general-purpose woodworking.
• Stainless Steel: Provides excellent corrosion resistance, ideal for outdoor or high-moisture environments.
• Brass: Offers good corrosion resistance and an attractive finish, suitable for decorative applications.

Applications:

• Furniture Assembly: Used to connect wooden parts in furniture, providing a sturdy and reliable joint.
• Cabinetry: Essential for constructing and installing cabinets, ensuring strong and durable connections.
• Woodworking Projects: Ideal for various DIY and professional woodworking tasks, from building shelves to constructing wooden structures.
• Decking and Outdoor Structures: Suitable for use in outdoor wood projects where corrosion resistance is important.

Benefits:

• Secure Connection: Coarse threads ensure a strong grip in wood, preventing loosening over time.
• Ease of Use: The pointed tip allows for easy insertion, making installation quick and efficient.
• Versatility: Available in multiple materials and sizes to meet the specific needs of different woodworking projects.

Dowel Screws

Dowel screws, also known as wood screw studs, are headless, double-ended fasteners designed with lag threads on both ends. Made from zinc-plated steel, these screws are engineered to join two pieces of wood together without an exposed head, providing a clean and seamless connection. Dowel screws are commonly used in various woodworking projects, such as furniture making and attaching balusters to stairs and flooring.

Key Features:

• Double-Ended Design: Features lag threads on both ends, allowing for secure connections between two pieces of wood.
• Headless Construction: Designed to be inserted into wood with no exposed head, ensuring a smooth and unobtrusive finish.
• Zinc-Plated Steel: Offers durability and corrosion resistance, making these screws suitable for a wide range of indoor and outdoor woodworking applications.

Applications:

• Furniture Making: Ideal for joining wooden components in furniture assembly, such as connecting legs to tabletops or frames.
• Attaching Balusters: Used to secure balusters to stairs and flooring, providing a sturdy and invisible connection.
• Woodworking Projects: Perfect for various DIY and professional woodworking tasks where a clean, headless connection is desired.

Benefits:

• Seamless Finish: The headless design ensures that connections are smooth and unobtrusive, enhancing the appearance of the finished project.
• Strong Connection: Lag threads on both ends provide a secure and stable connection between wood pieces, ensuring durability and strength.
• Corrosion Resistance: Zinc-plated steel construction offers protection against rust and corrosion, extending the lifespan of the screws.

Flat Slotted Cap Screw

A flat slotted cap screw, also known as a slotted flat head screw, is a type of threaded fastener characterized by a flat head and a single horizontal groove or slot on top. This slot is designed to fit a flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool, allowing for easy turning and tightening of the screw.

Key Features:

• Flat Head: The flat head design allows the screw to sit flush with or below the surface of the material being fastened, providing a clean and smooth finish.
• Slotted Drive: The single horizontal groove is compatible with flat-blade screwdrivers, making it easy to install and remove the screw.
• Threaded Fastener: Provides secure and reliable connections in various materials, ensuring stability and durability.

Applications:

• Woodworking: Ideal for woodworking projects where a flush finish is desired, such as cabinetry and furniture assembly.
• Metalworking: Suitable for securing metal components in place, providing a smooth surface that won't snag or catch.
• Electronics: Used in electronic assemblies where a low-profile fastener is needed to avoid interference with other components.
• General Assembly: Versatile enough for a wide range of general assembly tasks where a flat, unobtrusive fastener is preferred.

Benefits:

• Clean Finish: The flat head design ensures that the screw sits flush with the surface, providing a neat and professional appearance.
• Easy Installation: The slotted drive allows for quick and easy installation with a flat-blade screwdriver, making it convenient for various applications.
• Versatility: Suitable for use in wood, metal, and other materials, offering a reliable fastening solution for multiple projects.

Hex Cap Screws/Bolts

Hex head cap screws, also known as hex bolts, are a particular type of screw designed with a hexagon-shaped head for ease of installation and removal using standard wrenches or socket tools. These screws are intended to be inserted into pre-tapped holes, providing a secure and reliable fastening solution. Hex cap screws are available in various diameters, threading options, and grades to suit different applications.

Key Features:

• Hexagon-Shaped Head: The six-sided head design allows for easy tightening and loosening with standard wrenches or socket tools, ensuring a secure grip and efficient torque application.
• Threading Options: Hex cap screws can be either partially or fully threaded, offering flexibility depending on the application requirements.
• Wide Range of Diameters: Available in diameters ranging from ¼” to 1 ½”, providing options to accommodate different bolt sizes and application needs.
• Various Grades: Offered in a variety of grades, each providing different levels of strength and durability to meet specific project demands.

Applications:

• Construction: Ideal for structural applications where strong and reliable fasteners are essential, such as framing, supports, and beams.
• Automotive: Commonly used in vehicle assembly and maintenance, providing secure connections for engine components, chassis, and other critical parts.
• Industrial Machinery: Suitable for securing parts in machinery and equipment, ensuring stability and performance under operational stress.
• General Assembly: Versatile enough for a wide range of general-purpose fastening tasks, from DIY projects to professional installations.

Benefits:

• Strong and Durable: Made from high-quality materials, hex cap screws provide excellent strength and long-lasting performance.
• Easy to Install: The hexagon head design allows for quick and straightforward installation and removal with standard tools.
• Versatile: Available in various diameters, threading options, and grades to meet the specific needs of different applications.

Hex Jax Screw

Hex jack screws, also known as female screw-locks, are versatile mechanical devices designed with a hexagonal head, threaded body, and unique dual-thread configuration. One end features a partial internal thread, while the other end has an externally threaded post. These screws are commonly used to mount D-subminiature connectors to metal panels, such as those found in computer towers and other electronic equipment. The hexagonal shape allows for greater torquing, as the flat sides can be tightened securely with a wrench.

Key Features:

• Hexagonal Head: The six-sided head design enables easy tightening and loosening with a standard wrench, providing a secure and efficient grip.
• Dual-Thread Configuration: Features a partial internal thread on one end and an externally threaded post on the other, offering versatile connection options.
• Threaded Body: Provides a stable and secure fastening solution for mounting connectors and other components.

Applications:

• Electronics: Commonly used to mount D-subminiature connectors to metal panels in computer towers, servers, and other electronic devices.
• Industrial Equipment: Suitable for use in machinery and equipment where secure and stable mounting of components is essential.
• Telecommunications: Used in the assembly and maintenance of telecommunications equipment, ensuring reliable connections.
• Automotive: Employed in automotive applications for securing electronic components and connectors.

Benefits:

• Enhanced Torquing: The hexagonal head design allows for greater torquing, ensuring a secure and tight fit.
• Versatile Connection: The dual-thread configuration provides flexible connection options for various applications.
• Durability: Made from high-quality materials, hex jackscrews offer long-lasting performance and resistance to wear.

Hex Lag Screw

Hex lag screws, also known as lag bolts, are robust, large threaded fasteners designed specifically for use with wood. Featuring hexagonal heads and sharp tips, these screws provide exceptional holding power, making them ideal for securing heavy materials like lumber. The distinctive hexagonal head and coarse threading set hex lag screws apart from other types of screws, ensuring a secure and reliable connection in demanding applications.

Key Features:

• Hexagonal Head: The six-sided head allows for easy installation and removal with standard wrenches or socket tools, providing a secure grip and efficient torque application.
• Sharp Tips: Designed to penetrate wood easily, ensuring a strong initial grip and reducing the need for pre-drilling in many applications.
• Coarse Threading: Provides excellent holding power and stability, making these screws ideal for securing heavy materials.

Applications:

• Construction: Widely used in building projects to secure heavy timbers and structural elements, such as beams, posts, and frames.
• Decking and Fencing: Ideal for constructing outdoor structures like decks and fences, providing strong and durable connections that withstand weather conditions.
• Heavy-Duty Woodworking: Used in large woodworking projects where a high load-bearing capacity is required, such as in the assembly of furniture and other large wooden structures.
• Landscaping: Employed in securing landscape timbers, retaining walls, and other heavy wooden elements in outdoor environments.

Benefits:

• Exceptional Holding Power: The coarse threading and sharp tips ensure a strong and secure connection in wood, capable of bearing heavy loads.
• Durable and Reliable: Made from high-quality materials, hex lag screws offer long-lasting performance and resistance to environmental factors.
• Ease of Use: The hexagonal head design allows for straightforward installation and removal, providing convenience and efficiency in various applications.

Eye Lag Screw

Eye lag screws, also known as screw eyes, are versatile fasteners designed with a loop on one end and threads on the other. These screws are commonly used to attach cables, wires, or ropes to various objects, providing a secure and reliable connection. One popular application is attaching a string to the back of a painting, allowing it to hang from a nail or hook on a wall.
Key Features:

• Loop Design: The loop at one end allows for easy attachment of cables, wires, ropes, or other similar materials, ensuring a secure connection.
• Threaded End: The threaded end ensures a strong grip in wood, drywall, or other materials, providing stability and support.
• Versatile Usage: Suitable for a wide range of applications, both indoors and outdoors, where a reliable fastening point is needed.

Applications:

• Hanging Decorations: Ideal for attaching strings or wires to paintings, mirrors, and other wall decorations, allowing them to be hung securely.
• Securing Cables and Wires: Commonly used to anchor cables and wires to walls, ceilings, or other surfaces, keeping them organized and in place.
• Outdoor Use: Suitable for outdoor applications such as securing ropes for tents, tarps, or other structures, thanks to their durable design.
• Craft Projects: Frequently used in various craft and DIY projects where a secure loop is needed for attaching materials.

Benefits:

• Easy Installation: The threaded end allows for quick and easy installation into wood, drywall, or other materials, making them convenient to use.
• Strong and Durable: Made from high-quality materials, eye lag screws provide reliable performance and long-lasting durability.
• Secure Attachment: The loop design ensures a strong and stable connection, preventing cables, wires, or ropes from slipping or coming loose.

Machine Screw

A machine screw is a versatile threaded fastener used to join two or more parts together, commonly in machinery and industrial applications. These screws are designed to withstand significant stresses, vibrations, and exposure to liquids, making them essential for heavy-duty and precision assembly tasks. Machine screws are frequently used in the construction and maintenance of appliances, engines, industrial lathes, and other complex machinery.

Key Features:

• Threaded Fastener: Provides a strong and secure connection, ensuring that parts are tightly joined and remain stable under stress.
• Durable Construction: Made from high-quality materials to withstand heavy-duty use, vibrations, and exposure to liquids and harsh environments.
• Precision Engineering: Designed for accurate and reliable performance in precision applications, ensuring optimal functionality of assembled components.

Applications:

• Industrial Machinery: Used in the assembly and maintenance of machinery and equipment, providing secure and durable fastening.
• Appliances: Essential for constructing and repairing household and industrial appliances, ensuring stable and reliable operation.
• Engines: Used in engine assembly and maintenance, where they must withstand high vibrations and temperature fluctuations.
• Construction: Employed in various construction applications where strong and reliable fasteners are required.
• Industrial Lathes: Integral to the assembly and operation of industrial lathes and other precision machinery, ensuring parts are securely held together.

Benefits:

• Vibration Resistance: Designed to maintain a secure connection even under constant vibrations, preventing loosening and ensuring stability.
• Corrosion Resistance: Often made from materials that resist corrosion, extending the lifespan of the screw and the assembled components.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for a wide range of applications, from heavy-duty industrial tasks to precision assembly jobs.

Sheet Metal/Self-Tapping Screws

Self-tapping sheet metal screws, also known as sheet metal screws, metal screws, or tapper screws, are versatile fasteners designed to attach objects to sheet metal and other materials. These screws feature sharp points and deep, hardened threads that allow them to create their own threads as they are driven into a pre-drilled hole. This process combines drilling, threading, and installation into a single driving motion, making self-tapping screws efficient and effective in a wide range of applications.

Key Features:

• Self-Tapping Design: Equipped with sharp points and deep, hardened threads, these screws can create their own threads in pre-drilled holes, eliminating the need for a separate tapping tool.
• Efficient Installation: The ability to drill, thread, and install in a single motion speeds up the fastening process, saving time and labor.
• Versatile Applications: Suitable for attaching objects to sheet metal, plastic, wood, and other materials, making them ideal for a variety of projects.

Applications:

• Sheet Metal Work: Commonly used in HVAC, ductwork, and other sheet metal applications where secure and reliable fastening is essential.
• Construction: Ideal for fastening materials in construction projects, including metal roofing, siding, and framing.
• Automotive: Used in automotive repairs and assembly, providing secure attachment for metal components.
• DIY Projects: Perfect for home improvement and DIY tasks where a strong and efficient fastening solution is needed.
• Electrical: Employed in securing electrical components and enclosures, ensuring safe and reliable connections.

Benefits:

• Strong and Secure Hold: The deep threads provide excellent grip and holding power, ensuring a secure connection in various materials.
• Time-Saving: Combining drilling, threading, and installation into one step reduces the overall time required for fastening tasks.
• Durability: Made from high-quality materials, self-tapping screws are designed to withstand stress and provide long-lasting performance.

Self-Drilling Screws/Tek

Self-drilling screws, commonly known as Tek screws, are a type of fastener designed with a drill bit tip that allows them to penetrate and fasten materials without the need for pre-drilling. The pointed drill bit carves into the material and spins into place as the screw is inserted, combining drilling, tapping, and fastening into a single efficient process. Tek screws are also self-tapping, meaning they have a small carving piece at the point to create threads in the material as they are driven in.

Key Features:

• Drill Bit Tip: The integrated drill bit tip allows the screw to bore into materials, eliminating the need for a separate drilling step.
• Self-Tapping: Equipped with a carving piece at the point, Tek screws create their own threads as they are driven into the material, ensuring a secure hold.
• Efficient Installation: Combines drilling, tapping, and fastening in one motion, reducing installation time and effort.

Applications:

• Metal Roofing and Siding: Ideal for fastening metal roofing panels and siding to structural frames, providing a secure and weather-resistant connection.
• Construction: Widely used in construction projects for attaching metal to metal, metal to wood, and other materials, ensuring strong and reliable fastening.
• HVAC: Used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to secure ductwork and other components.
• Automotive: Employed in automotive assembly and repairs for attaching metal parts and panels.
• DIY Projects: Perfect for home improvement and DIY tasks where efficient and strong fastening is needed.

Benefits:

• Strong and Secure Hold: The self-tapping feature ensures a tight and secure connection, preventing loosening over time.
• Time-Saving: The all-in-one drilling, tapping, and fastening process speeds up installation, saving time and labor costs.
• Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of materials and applications, providing flexibility in various projects.
• Durability: Made from high-quality materials, Tek screws are designed to withstand stress and provide long-lasting performance.

 

Self-Piercing Screws

Self-piercing screws, also known as "zip" screws, are a type of self-tapping fastener designed to cut their own threads and penetrate materials such as wood and metal. Featuring a sharp point, these screws can simultaneously create threads and pierce through materials, making them highly efficient for a variety of applications. Self-piercing screws are particularly effective for piercing light gauge metals, providing a secure and reliable connection.

Key Features:

• Sharp Point: The pointed tip allows the screw to easily penetrate materials and create threads in a single motion, eliminating the need for pre-drilling.
• Self-Tapping: Capable of cutting their own threads, these screws ensure a tight and