Drive Screw

A drive screw is a fastener with a slotted or Phillips head, designed to be driven into wood or soft materials. It often has a sharp point and coarse thread.

A drive screw often fixes metal to metal or metal to wood in light duty work. It is usually set with a hammer or press, and it does not need a nut.

Drive screws are often made in steel or stainless steel. Steel types may be zinc plated for indoor use, while stainless steel suits damp or outdoor conditions.

This is a general guide to checking this kind of part. It says nothing about any supplier's parts.

Ask for a certificate of conformance and a mill test certificate for the material. On receipt, check the head is intact and the thread is not damaged. Confirm the screw length and diameter match the order.