{"product_id":"securfix-multi-purpose-screws-4-0-x-50mm-pack-of-200","title":"Securfix Multi-Purpose Screws 4.0 x 50mm, Pack of 200","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pack of 200 Securfix 50mm wood screws in 4.0 x 50mm (8 x 2 inch). These multi-purpose screws have a cross\/pozi drive and countersunk head, and they are made for timber, board and sheet metal on indoor and outdoor jobs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack of 200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.0 x 50mm, equal to 8 x 2 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross\/pozi drive with a countersunk head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc and yellow passivated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior and exterior use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor MDF, chipboard, hardwood, softwood, plasterboard, PVCu and sheet metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurfix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0 x 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePozi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountersunk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich one do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFifty millimetres in an 8 gauge is a slim but reasonably long screw. It works well where you want reach without a heavy shank, such as fixing a board through to a timber frame. Check the total thickness of the parts first so the point does not come out of the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark out your fixings and, on walls, check for cables or pipes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilot drill in hardwood or near the end of a length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a pozi bit of the right size and hold the driver straight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop as soon as the countersunk head is level with the face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAre these 50mm wood screws suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, they are rated for interior and exterior use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhich materials are they for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMDF, chipboard, hardwood, softwood, plasterboard, PVCu and sheet metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the imperial size?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are listed as 8 x 2 inch, matching the 4.0 x 50mm metric size, so they will suit plans that give screw sizes in either system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Securfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824533045521,"sku":"DS-4160514","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/7323\/0097\/files\/securfix-multi-purpose-screws-4-0-x-50mm-pack-of-200-1.jpg?v=1792515293","url":"https:\/\/diysmith.co.uk\/products\/securfix-multi-purpose-screws-4-0-x-50mm-pack-of-200","provider":"DIYSmith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}