What Is a Self-Piercing Screw?

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What Is a Self-Piercing Screw? Self-piercing screws, also known as “zip” screws, are a type of self-tapping screw that cuts its own threads. These screws come to a very sharp point, allowing them to work through materials like metal and wood. A self-piercing screw can penetrate materials and create its threads simultaneously. They will ‘pierce’ […]

Strongest Screw

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Strongest Screw When determining the strongest type of screw, you must first consider the application and the materials you’re joining together. For example, some screws may create a more secure bond when fastening two pieces of wood but might be useless in a project involving sheet metal. Other times, a self-tapping screw will prove to […]