scope:

This specification covers steel drill screws for use in fastening gypsum board and metal plaster bases to light-gage steel and wood members and for fastening gypsum board to gypsum board.

This specification also covers test methods for determining performance requirements and physical properties.

The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI equivalents of inch-pound units may be approximate.

The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods described in this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.