Questions and Answers for Grip-Rite #6 x 1-1/4 in. Philips Bugle-Head Fine Thread Drywall Screws (25 lbs./Pack)

A:  this screw is intended for use in drywall application.

A:  Yes, these can be used to install drywall to metal studs.

A:  Pull strength is not available, but of the 2 screws, the #8 will be stronger.

A:  there are approximately 945 in each 5 lb box

A:  The same as any other sheetrock screw that I've used, 9/64 inch, 3.3mm.

A:  head diameter is 5/16"

A:  A stud is pine wood. A soft wood. Normally you use a coarse thread screw when using soft wood. A fine thread screw, like this one is normally used when screwing into hard wood. Exe., oak, maple, walnut etc. This screw may strip out in soft wood.

A:  Yes, if you have enough torque from your driver, or if the stud is relatively soft

A:  yes, this should be fine

A:  An 8 gauge screw is about 4.2mm in diameter. You’ll want an anchor slightly larger than that but anchors are typically purchased by holding capacity so the size anchor needed for the project largely depends on what is being held

A:  most drywall screws are self tapping in thin stud material. careful with over sinking, once perforated manage drill speed.

A:  No you don't

A:  Using this screw on 20g steel might be an issue. Majority of screws will go in with effort. Best use “self drilling screw”, this will make it easier and eliminate needing to drill holes.

A:  no, no need. Just drill them in.

A:  I would test it, they may pierce that thin of metal but if not, pre-drill