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Ceramic Coated Needlepoint screws and zip screws with painted heads have quickly become some of our most popular self-piercing and self-tapping screws for our gutter and siding contractors. For those in areas where rain or moisture is an issue, the 1000 hour salt spray tested ceramic coating has proven to be a desirable feature to help prevent rusting.
Self-piercing screws, also known as ZIP, needlepoint, speedpoint, or twinfast screws, combine a sharp point with a twin-lead thread. Self-piercing screws can easily punch through thin gauge sheet metal and penetrate deeply below the surface.
One popular variation of the self-tapping screw is the ceramic-coated ZIP screw, which is primarily used in gutter and siding applications. These coated, self-piercing screws are covered with a ceramic material that provides additional protection against corrosion, making them well-suited for use in outdoor environments.
Painted self-tapping screws are also available for applications where matching the color of the screw with the material is desired.
Ceramic coatings on screws provide you with fasteners that are significantly more resistant to rust. Screws with painted heads amplify this benefit even further, as the paint provides another layer that helps resist corrosion. Standard sizes for our ceramic coated screws range from 1/4 of an inch to 3 inches long.
These screws are considered self-tapping because the threads on the shank tap their own threads in the material as the screw rotates.
While both ceramic and stainless steel screws provide rust resistance, it’s important to consider their differences based on the job at hand. For instance, if you are working in a field related to the marine industry, saltwater is more likely to be one of the greatest threats to your screws. As stainless steel screws are rust-resistant throughout versus just on the surface like ceramic coated options, the former will likely serve better in your application.
However, stainless steel screws are often more expensive than ceramic coated fasteners. Ceramic coated screws are the more economical choice for a smaller budget and will still provide long-lasting protection against the elements, especially if your build won’t be subject to the rigors of saltwater exposure or other environmental concerns.
Evaluate the project’s details and consider what’s most likely to contact and potentially damage your screws. We can help guide you in the right direction so you know what kinds of fasteners you’ll need.
You can count on All Points Fasteners for a wide assortment of high-quality ceramic coated self-piercing screws at affordable prices. We carry various types of indented hex washer screws in multiple sizes to meet just about any project requirement.
We also offer painted indented hex washer head slotted screws in many attractive colors, such as Colonial Gray, Tahoe Blue, Ivory, and Classic Cream. Many of these ceramic coated ZIP screws have been 1,000-hour salt spray tested, making them an excellent choice in areas where rain and moisture is a known issue.
With so many options available, choosing the right product for your applications can pose a challenge. As a full-service fastener provider, All Points Fasteners can make the selection process so much easier.
You can contact our expert support team via online chat to receive reliable product information and guidance so you can make an informed purchasing decision. And if we don’t have the exact product you need in our expansive inventory, we’ll do our best to locate it for you as quickly as possible. Fast shipping is also included so you can keep your projects on track.
Our unwavering commitment to delivering first-class customer service has helped us develop a large roster of satisfied customers over the years, many of whom make repeat purchases.
