Securfix A2 Stainless Steel Multi-Purpose Screws, 4.0 x 40mm, Pack of 200

A2 stainless steel screws from Securfix are multi-purpose screws in A2 stainless steel, supplied 200 to a pack. Each is 4.0 x 40mm (8 x 1 1/2 inch) with a countersunk head and a cross/pozi drive. The manufacturer notes that A2 stainless suits outdoor and damp locations.

Key features

• A2 stainless steel
• Size 4.0 x 40mm (8 x 1 1/2 inch)
• Countersunk head
• Cross/pozi drive
• Pack of 200

Specifications

Which one do I need?

The size is given as 4.0 x 40mm (8 x 1 1/2 inch). Measure the combined thickness of the parts you are fixing, then check the 40mm length reaches into the base.

How to use

1. Mark each position and look for pipes or cables behind the surface.
2. Drill a pilot hole in hardwood or close to an edge to stop splitting.
3. Fit a pozi bit of the right size so the recess is not chewed up.
4. Drive until the head is flush with the surface and stop there.

FAQs

What quantity of screws do I get in this 4.0 x 40mm (8 x 1 1/2 inch) pack?

There are 200 in the pack, each 4.0 x 40mm (8 x 1 1/2 inch).

Are a2 stainless steel screws good for damp places?

The manufacturer says A2 stainless suits outdoor and damp locations.

Which bit do I need?

A pozi bit in the right size, as the drive is cross/pozi.