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Construction Recommendations for Fasteners

Get an overview of the things you should consider when constructing screw connections, such as dimensioning, direct assembly, the design of pilot holes, and more.

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Construction Recommendations for Fasteners

Download our technical guide on construction recommendations for fasteners, including details on direct assembly into metals and plastics, screw drive types, and more.

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Contents

Our download includes technical information on direct assembly into metals and plastics, details for thread-forming and self-tapping screws, an overview of the advantages of different screw drive types, and more:

  • Direct assembly into metals using thread-forming screws according to DIN 7500
  • SHEETtracs® – Self-tapping round washer head screws
  • Direct assembly into stainless steels using thread-forming screws according to DIN 7500
  • Direct assembly in thermoplastics using Delta PT® screws
  • Direct assembly in thermoplastics using PT® screws / ecosyn® plast
  • Sheet metal joints according to DIN 7975
  • Minimum breaking torque for sheet metal screws according to ISO 2702
  • Selection criteria for self-tapping Ensat® inserts
  • Internal drives for screws
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