6-Lobe Self Drilling Screws

Six-lobe self-drilling screws provide the precise connection you need for attaching wood to metal. FMW Fasteners carries these screws in both flat and wafer head styles so you can find the best solution for your specific job requirements. Made from strong, corrosion-resistant materials, these 6-lobe self-drilling screws provide highly secure connections and increased longevity.

What Is a Self-Drilling Screw?

Self-drilling screws are ideal for quick drilling into wood and metal. They are characterized by their drill tip, which is pointed and notched. The notched portion of the tip serves as a reservoir for metal filings or wood chips to create the space needed to drill the screw fully in place. This design allows the tip to act like a drill bit for the screw, eliminating the need to switch between a drill bit and a driver bit for quicker and easier installation. 

Self-drilling screws are typically made from hard metal like stainless steel. When you use a self-drilling screw, make sure the material you are drilling into is softer than the material of the screw. If it isn't, the tip will dull and the screw will be unable to cut into the material. 

In addition to their drill tip, self-drilling screws have a sharply-threaded shaft for self-tapping capabilities, which means they can cut their own threads within the hole while being fastened.

What Are the Benefits of 6-Lobe Self-Drilling Screws?

These 6-lobe self-drilling screws have numerous features that offer users several unique benefits. Their head has a six-pointed slot, known as a star drive. This feature provides a large contact area for the driver, which offers greater slip resistance than other slot types. 

They are also available in two head types: wafer and flat. Wafer head self-drilling screws have a flat surface, countersunk head and conical-shaped bearing surface. There is also a small slope between the top of the head and the bearing surface to create a flush fit.

The flat-head style provides a smooth surface finish. These 6-lobe flat head self-drilling screws also have wings above the drill point, which bore through wood to form a clearance hole so the workpiece does not climb up the shank. The wings then break off once they engage with steel. 

The wafer head screws are zinc-plated, while the flat head screws are strong-shield coated. Both coatings provide enhanced strength, durability and corrosion resistance. 

Why Buy Your 6-Lobe Self-Drilling Screws From FMW Fasteners?

FMW Fasteners offers a large selection of unique, hard-to-find fastener solutions, which you can buy at competitive prices and in custom quantities to match your exact needs. We also provide fast shipping turnaround times so you can get your fasteners as quickly as possible.

We are committed to making your experience with us a smooth one, which is why we also offer hassle-free returns. When you return any unused items to us, we will fully refund you, no questions asked. 

Browse our selection of 6-lobe self-drilling screws and purchase your fasteners today.