Wafer Head

Wafer head metal-piercing screws are fastening options for attaching metal lath to metal or wood studs in framing and lath installation work. The available screws use metal-piercing points for steel studs up to 20 gauge thick and pair wafer-style heads with Phillips or square-drive configurations.

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Helpful Buying Guide

Choose Wafer Head Screws for Your Lath Installation

Compare wafer head metal-piercing screws by the screw size and length needed for the installation, the drive style used by your tools, and the quantity appropriate for the scope of the work. The products represented here are carbon steel fasteners for securing metal lath to metal or wood studs, including steel studs up to 20 gauge thick.

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Popular examples in this category

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Use Cases

Fasten metal lath to studs

These screws are intended for contractors, installers, and trade professionals attaching metal lath to metal studs or wood studs.

How to Choose

Match size, length, and drive

Review the available #8 or #10 screw sizes, lengths from 1/2 inch to 1-5/8 inches, and Phillips or square-drive options for the compatible installation.

Applications

Work with compatible steel studs

The metal-piercing points are specified to penetrate steel studs up to 20 gauge thick for lath fastening work.

Additional Info

Plan around pack quantity

Available pack counts include 100, 250, 400, and 500 screws, allowing buyers to select a quantity suited to the installation task.

#8 & #10Screw sizes

Both #8 and #10 options are represented.

1/2–1-5/8 in.Available lengths

Listed lengths span from 1/2 inch through 1-5/8 inches.

Up to 20 gaugeSteel-stud capacity

Metal-piercing points are specified for steel studs up to 20 gauge thick.

100–500Screws per pack

Available pack counts include 100, 250, 400, and 500.

Comparison Guide

Compare Wafer Head Screw Options

Use size and length, drive type, and pack count to narrow the available metal-lath fastening options.

Comparison pointAvailable optionsWhat to consider
Screw size and length#8 or #10; 1/2 in. to 1-5/8 in.Match the listed diameter and length to the compatible installation.
Drive configurationPhillips or square driveChoose the drive style that works with your compatible driver.
Pack quantity100, 250, 400, or 500 screwsSelect a count that fits the number of fasteners needed for the job.
Planning Guide

Plan the right fit before choosing

Start with the fastening application

Confirm the stud and lath connection

These wafer head screws are represented for metal-lath attachment to either metal or wood studs. For metal-stud work, the listed metal-piercing points are intended for steel studs up to 20 gauge thick.

  • Use for attaching metal lath to metal or wood studs.
  • For steel studs, compare the stated 20-gauge penetration capacity.
  • Choose a wafer head style for the represented lath-fastening applications.
Select the screw configuration

Compare diameter, length, and drive type

The range includes #8 and #10 screws in 1/2 inch, 3/4 inch, 1 inch, 1-1/4 inch, and 1-5/8 inch lengths. Phillips and square-drive configurations are both represented.

  • Choose between #8 and #10 screw sizes.
  • Compare the available lengths for the compatible installation.
  • Select Phillips or square drive based on the drive interface you plan to use.
Set the right quantity

Choose a pack count for the work

Pack sizes range from 100 to 500 screws, with 250- and 400-count options also represented. Selecting by quantity helps align the purchase with the number of fasteners needed for the installation.

  • 100-count packs are available in several configurations.
  • 250- and 400-count options provide additional quantity choices.
  • 500-count packs are available across several sizes and drive styles.
FAQ

Common questions before buying

What are wafer head metal-piercing screws used for?

They are used to attach metal lath to metal studs or wood studs.

What steel stud thickness can these screws penetrate?

The listed metal-piercing points are specified to penetrate steel studs up to 20 gauge thick.

Which drive styles are available?

The represented products include Phillips-drive and square-drive options.

What pack counts are available?

The available products include 100-, 250-, 400-, and 500-count packs.

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