Metal to Metal Screws

FAQ About Shopping for Metal to Metal Screws From SFS

Why buy metal building fasteners from SFS? 

Whether you're fastening curtain wall systems, roofing cover boards, or standing seam metal clips, SFS offers mission-specific metal-to-metal fasteners ideally suited to endure the demands of the project and resist corrosive elements effectively.

Yet SFS is more than our metal building fasteners. We are the engineers who ceaselessly innovate in pursuit of new industry breakthroughs, as well as our procurement and logistical experts who work closely with customers to ensure dependable service, regardless of the state of the world. 

What are popular product lines for metal-to-metal fasteners?

• Bi-Met 300™ - Our innovative Bi-Met 300™ pairs a hardened carbon steel drill point with 304 stainless steel, creating a metal-to-metal building fastener that offers uncompromised strength and rust resistance. Click here to learn more.

• Impax™ - Each aspect of our Impax™ fasteners is meticulously designed to meet the demands of metal panel installation. From the supremely tough cold-forged drill point to the low thread engagement for optimal strength, every detail serves a purpose. Additionally, to elevate the aesthetics of the installed paneling, SFS provides Impax™ fasteners with our VistaCoat® premium coating system, ensuring seamless color matching to conceal the metal screw head.

• Zac™ - The hallmark feature of these metal building screws is the zinc-alloy cap (ZAC) head, enhancing the fastener's corrosion resistance without undermining the top-of-the-line strength of the carbon steel shank and tip. The byproduct is a metal-to-metal screw that can withstand both the elements and the significant weight of exterior paneling.

Should I choose carbon steel or stainless steel?  

We craft metal-to-metal fasteners either from stainless steel or carbon steel. Although they share some compositional similarities, the differences in their makeup result in distinct advantages and disadvantages.

Carbon steel outshines stainless steel in overall strength but doesn't offer the same levels of corrosion resistance. Consequently, carbon steel metal-to-metal fasteners are often priced lower than their stainless steel counterparts.

While metal fasteners made with stainless steel outperform carbon steel in rust resistance, it's worth noting that different types of stainless steel offer varying levels of protection from moisture and corrosive elements. To dive deeper into this topic, read 300 Series Stainless Steel vs 400 Series Screws and 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel Screws.

How can I place an order online?

Preestablished customers can use our eCommerce system to facilitate the needed bulk-size orders of metal building screws and other products. If you’re new to working with SFS, please request an account either by completing this form or contacting our customer support department.