Purchase Wall Drillers
Technical Information:
The wall driller is a self-drilling anchor designed for use in drywall. It is available in both nylon and Zamak for use with #6 or #8 sheet metal screws.
Wall Driller -
Applications:
Light duty into wallboard. Do not use overhead.
Wall Driller -
Installation:
- Insert #2 or #3 Phillips bit tip into head of wall driller.
- Press the point of the wall driller into the wallboard while turning the anchor clockwise until it is seated flush with the wall.
- Place the fixture over the hole of the wall driller and insert the proper size sheet metal screw. A three-quarter inch (3/4") minimum thread engagement is recommended.
- Tighten the screw until it feels secure.
Wall Driller -
Screw Length:
The length of the screw required is determined by adding the thickness of the material to be fastened (including any spacers or shims) plus 3/4", to allow for proper penetration.
Wall Driller -
Potential Uses:
Small pictures, lightweight bathroom fixtures, lightweight
appliances, small signs, conduit clips, smoke detectors.
Wall Driller -
Technical Data:
| |
Pull-Out Test in Wallboard |
| Size |
Wall Thickness |
3/8" |
1/2" |
5/8" |
3/4" |
| #6 Nylon |
3/8" to 3/4" |
45 lbs. |
55 lbs. |
70 lbs. |
75 lbs. |
| #6 Zamak |
3/8” to 3/4" |
45 lbs. |
55 lbs. |
70 lbs. |
75 lbs. |
| #8 Nylon |
3/8" to 3/4" |
50 lbs. |
65 lbs. |
80 lbs. |
85 lbs. |
| #8 Zamak |
3/8" to 3/4" |
50 lbs. |
65 lbs. |
80 lbs. |
85 lbs. |
Values shown are average ultimate values and are offered only
as a guide and are not guaranteed. A safety factor of 4:1 or
25% is generally accepted as a safe working load. Reference
should be made to applicable codes for the specific working
ratio.