Description
Simpson Strong-Tie SDS25412 4 1/2" 800CT SDS Heavy Duty Connector Screw
The Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screw is a 0.250"-diameter high-strength structural wood screw ideal for various connector installations as well as wood-to-wood and engineered wood applications. It installs with no predrilling and has been extensively tested in various applications. The SDS is improved with an easy-driving Type-17 point and a corrosion-resistant double-barrier coating.
The SDS Strong-Drive 1/4" wood screw line has expanded to include stainless-steel SDS screws in 1 1/2" to 3 1/2" lengths, suitable for fastening Simpson Strong-Tie stainless-steel products. Offering the same easy-driving, split-reducing installation of the standard SDS screw, these screws are made from Type 316 stainless steel. The stainless-steel SDS screws are appropriate for higher-exposure environments where maximum corrosion-resistance is required.
Features:
- Type-17 point enables easy driving with no predrilling
- Available with a double-barrier coating and Type 316 stainless steel
- 3/8" hex head with 0.500" integrated washer
- Head is stamped with the Simpson Strong-Tie "≠" sign and fastener length for easy identification after installation
- Replacement driver bit — BITHEXR38-R1
Applications:
- Heavy-duty Simpson Strong‑Tie connectors
Installation:
- Install Tip: A low-speed 1/2" drill with a 3/8" hex driver is the recommended tool for installation
