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Threads are a common feature shared by all screws. Whether it’s a wood screw, machine screw, drywall screw, sheet metal screw or any other type of screw, it will feature helical ridges. Known as threads, these ridges act like teeth. … Read More

You can’t ignore the thread type when choosing fasteners. Fasteners like screws and bolts have external threads. External threads are helical ridges on the outside of a fastener. They feature a spiral-like design that wraps around the fastener’s shank. While … Read More