What are screws heads, drives and threads?

Explore the world of screw drives, heads, and threads in our comprehensive guide. Not all screw heads and drives are designed to do the same tasks. Learn the difference, their purposes and how to measure the threads you need.
Discover the different screws heads, drives and threads.

UNIQANTIQ HARDWARE SUPPLY Antique Brass Coarse Thread Oval Head Phillips Drive Wood Screws and Self Tapping Screws For Wood Antique Or Modern Furniture

Our pocket hole screws feature self-tapping auger tips that work like pilot bits, helping to eliminate splitting. The flat bottomed heads seat securely in the pocket for a firm hold. Fine thread pocket screws are an especially good choice for hardwoods, since their less aggressive thread and shank help to prevent splitting. The pan head design works with any stock, but excels in thinner stock, because the compact head won't protrude from the shallower pocket.

Rockler Centerline #6 x 1-1/4'' Pan Head Square Drive Pocket Hole Screws, Fine Thread, Black, 200-Pack

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6-48 x 3/8 Black Oxide T-10 Star Drive Weaver Oval Head Gun Screws ( — MonsterFastener

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Carr Lane CLM-6-QTS M6 Thread X 1mm Pitch Steel Black Oxide, 44% OFF

1/4-20 Thread Size, Pan Head, Phillips Drive #2, 1-1/2 Length, 18-8 Stainless Steel, High Quality, provides great strength and protection against

1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Pan Head Machine Screws, Phillips Drive, Stainless Steel 18-8, Full Thread, Bright Finish, Machine Thread

What are screw thread sizes?

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