{"product_id":"securfix-multi-purpose-screws-5-0-x-75mm-pack-of-100","title":"Securfix Multi-Purpose Screws 5.0 x 75mm, Pack of 100","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Securfix 3 inch screws measure 5.0 x 75mm (10 x 3 inch) and come 100 to a pack. They are multi-purpose fixings with a pozi drive and countersunk head, made for joining timber, board and sheet metal on jobs inside the house or outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack of 100 screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize 5.0 x 75mm, also listed as 10 x 3 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully threaded up to 70mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross\/pozi drive with a countersunk head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc and yellow passivated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated for interior 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\u003e5.0 x 75mm\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\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich one do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 75mm long these suit thicker work, such as fixing one length of timber through another. As a rule of thumb, add the thickness of the piece you are fixing to the depth you want in the material behind, and check the total is close to 75mm. For thin material, pick a shorter length so the tip does not break through.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark your fixing points and check for hidden pipes or cables before drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill a pilot hole in hardwood or near the end of a board to reduce the risk of splitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit a pozi bit that matches the recess so it does not slip and damage the head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive the screw at a steady speed until the countersunk head sits flush with the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAre these 3 inch screws suitable outdoors?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. They are listed for interior and exterior use and have a zinc and yellow passivated finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat materials can they go into?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMDF, chipboard, hardwood, softwood, plasterboard, PVCu and sheet metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the screw threaded all the way up?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe range is fully threaded up to 70mm, so check the shank on the pack if a plain section matters for your job.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Securfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824547922193,"sku":"DS-0623212","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/7323\/0097\/files\/securfix-multi-purpose-screws-5-0-x-75mm-pack-of-100-1.jpg?v=1792515439","url":"https:\/\/diysmith.co.uk\/products\/securfix-multi-purpose-screws-5-0-x-75mm-pack-of-100","provider":"DIYSmith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}