Zenith – ITW Proline

Zenith offers Australia’s most extensive range of hardware, fasteners, rope and cordage, chains and accessories. With a solution available to complete all DIY or trade projects – whatever the job, get it done with Zenith product.

Explore the new Zenith website to discover the full range of fasteners and screws: https://zenithfasteners.com.au/

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Why does the head of the screws snap off?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:55:50 +0000

Lower the driving speed, pre-drill and countersink hole, consider if the screw sizes is appropriate for the material being fastenedâ€¦ [...]

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How does a winged metal screw work compared to standard metal screw?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:53:06 +0000

The wings on specific metal screws are designed to enlarge the hole in the timber to stop the threads fromâ€¦ [...]

When fixing timber to metal what type of screw should I use?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:51:58 +0000

A winged drill point or WingTek is best suited for this application. [...]

I live near salt water, do I have to use stainless steel?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:51:14 +0000

Stainless 316 is strongly recommended. Salt accelerates corrosion. 316 is a marine grade stainless steel ideal for severe corrosive environments. [...]

Can I use any wood screw for decking?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:50:44 +0000

Standard wood screws are not malleable enough to allow for movement in the timber decking. Stainless Steel is a flexibleâ€¦ [...]

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Why are decking screws part thread and not full thread?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:50:04 +0000

To assist with pulling down the timber board to the joist, ensuring there is no gap between the board andâ€¦ [...]

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Do I need to drill a pilot hole when fastening hardwood?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:49:40 +0000

While not always required, its strongly recommended. [...]

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Do I need a specific type of coating for treated pine?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:48:49 +0000

Yes, treated pine timbers have a chemical which accelerates corrosion of zinc based coatings such as galvanised. [...]

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What coatings are best suited for exterior applications?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:48:03 +0000

Galvanised, Climaseal (Buildex) & Stainless Steel [...]

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What coatings are best suited for interior applications?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:47:32 +0000

Zinc plated and gold passivated [...]

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How long does my screw need to be?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:47:06 +0000

When fixing to timber, choose a screw that will not protrude the secondary material being fastened too, however long enoughâ€¦ [...]

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What gauge screw is best suited?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:46:28 +0000

Dependant upon application, however for applications requiring greater strength opt for a larger gauge screw. [...]

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How is the gauge of a screw measured?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:46:03 +0000

The gauge is the outer thread diameter. [...]

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What does the sizing: 10-8×65 mean?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:44:09 +0000

10 = Gauge (thickness) 8 = Threads per inch 65 = length [...]

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What does TPI mean?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:43:30 +0000

The TPI is the number of thread crests that can be counted along a lineal measurement of 1 inch (25.4mm) [...]

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How is the length of a screw measured?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:43:00 +0000

For screws designed to embed into the substrate, the length of the screw is the complete length. For fastener designedâ€¦ [...]

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Are there weight ratings for gate hinges?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:42:25 +0000

We do not offer a weight rating on gate hinges, the only advice we can offer is that if youâ€¦ [...]

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How many hinges do I need per door?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:41:31 +0000

Please refer to 2017 Zenith Hardware Catalogue Page 9 (insert link) [...]

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What are the appropriate screws I need for my hinges?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:40:51 +0000

Please refer to 2017 Zenith Hardware Catalogue Page 9 (insert link) [...]

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I need M8 connector bolts. Do you have them?

Langoor Digital — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:40:13 +0000

No, we do not stock M8 Connector Bolts [...]

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