{"title":"Tek 8 Screws","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur TEK 8 screws are self-drilling screws designed for fastening into thick steel sections where conventional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fixabolt.co.uk\/collections\/tek-screws\"\u003eTek screws\u003c\/a\u003e lack the required drilling capacity. Featuring specialist spiral drill points, they can drill and form threads in heavy-gauge steel in a single operation, removing the need for separate pilot holes within their rated drilling range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir hardened TEK 8 drill points are designed to penetrate thick steel in steel-to-steel connections, while the threaded shank provides secure engagement. Their 8mm hex heads allow installation using a suitable socket driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTEK 8 self-drilling screws are commonly used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixing brackets and components to steel beams and columns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-gauge steel framing and assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial fabrication and steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecuring secondary steelwork to supporting structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral heavy-duty metal-to-metal fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"6-3-x-60mm-supertek-8-heavy-duty-self-drilling-metal-screws","title":"6.3 x 60mm Heavy Duty TEK 8 Self-Drilling Screws (SuperTEK) (X100)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e6.3 x 60mm Heavy Duty TEK 8 Self-Drilling Screws (SuperTEK) (X100)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixabolt SKU: FB-TSHW6.3-60-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 6.3 x 60mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRange: Evolution SuperTEK 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead Style: Hex head, 5\/16\" (8mm across flats)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill Point: TEK 8 spiral drill point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread: Fine, 24 TPI, V-fluted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread Length: Fully threaded (Evolution specification)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: AISI C1022 carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoating: 1000hr-rated EvoShield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel Drilling Capacity: 4.0 to 22.0mm (manufacturer stated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox Quantity: 100 screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 6.3 x 60mm SuperTEK 8 heavy-duty self-drilling screws are intended for steel-to-steel connections involving heavy-gauge steel sections. Their specialist TEK 8 spiral drilling point is designed to drill and fasten into suitable steel without the separate pilot-hole step associated with conventional screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvolution specifies a fine 24 TPI V-fluted thread to provide engagement in steel, together with an 8mm hex head for use with an appropriately sized socket. The carbon-steel construction features a 1000hr-rated EvoShield coating for corrosion protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 60mm version is fully threaded in Evolution's technical information. Confirm that the selected length provides suitable engagement through the components and steel being fixed, taking account of the drilling capacity and installation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unwashered version is suited to steel framing, brackets and similar metal-to-metal fixings where a separate weather seal is unnecessary. Where sealing is needed, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fixabolt.co.uk\/collections\/epdm-bonded-sealing-washers\"\u003ebonded sealing washers\u003c\/a\u003e. Selection for load-bearing connections should follow the relevant structural design and installation guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fixabolt.co.uk\/collections\/heavy-duty-self-drilling-metal-screws\"\u003eheavy duty self-drilling screws\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fixabolt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59177741189503,"sku":"FB-TSHW6.3-60-8","price":60.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6885\/0678\/files\/6.3x60mmHeavyDutyTEK8Self-DrillingScrews_SuperTEK_Evolution_1.webp?v=1794523809"},{"product_id":"6-3-x-100mm-supertek-8-heavy-duty-self-drilling-metal-screws","title":"6.3 x 100mm Heavy Duty TEK 8 Self-Drilling Screws (SuperTEK) (X100)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e6.3 x 100mm Heavy Duty TEK 8 Self-Drilling Screws (SuperTEK) (X100)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixabolt SKU: FB-TSHW6.3-100-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 6.3 x 100mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRange: Evolution SuperTEK 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead Style: Hex head, 5\/16\" (8mm across flats)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill Point: TEK 8 spiral drill point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread: Fine, 24 TPI, V-fluted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread Length: Fully threaded (Evolution specification)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: AISI C1022 carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoating: 1000hr-rated EvoShield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel Drilling Capacity: 4.0 to 22.0mm (manufacturer stated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox Quantity: 100 screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 6.3 x 100mm SuperTEK 8 heavy-duty self-drilling screws are intended for steel-to-steel connections involving heavy-gauge steel sections. Their specialist TEK 8 spiral drilling point is designed to drill and fasten into suitable steel without the separate pilot-hole step associated with conventional screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvolution specifies a fine 24 TPI V-fluted thread to provide engagement in steel, together with an 8mm hex head for use with an appropriately sized socket. The carbon-steel construction features a 1000hr-rated EvoShield coating for corrosion protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 100mm version is fully threaded in Evolution's technical information. Confirm that the selected length provides suitable engagement through the components and steel being fixed, taking account of the drilling capacity and installation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unwashered version is suited to steel framing, brackets and similar metal-to-metal fixings where a separate weather seal is unnecessary. Where sealing is needed, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fixabolt.co.uk\/collections\/epdm-bonded-sealing-washers\"\u003ebonded sealing washers\u003c\/a\u003e. Selection for load-bearing connections should follow the relevant structural design and installation guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fixabolt.co.uk\/collections\/heavy-duty-self-drilling-metal-screws\"\u003eheavy duty self-drilling screws\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fixabolt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59177741287807,"sku":"FB-TSHW6.3-100-8","price":94.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6885\/0678\/files\/6.3x100mmHeavyDutyTEK8Self-DrillingScrews_SuperTEK_Evolution_1.webp?v=1794523848"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6885\/0678\/collections\/TEK_8_Screws_Collection.webp?v=1794525192","url":"https:\/\/fixabolt.co.uk\/collections\/tek-8-screws.oembed","provider":"Fixabolt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}