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Q: Why use countersink screws instead of round head ones?
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What are the disadvantages of countersinking?

One item often overlooked in countersinking, is that it should be done with a countersink, not with a twist drill. This is because the angle of a twist drill is too shallow to match the angle on the head of a countersink screw.Of course, counter sink screws are made in both slottedand Phillips head forms.Countersink screws are usually used for cosmetic reasons, not for engineering strength.


What is a combination drill bit?

It's one that has a point of a basic screw size, and a bit further up it widens to the size of that screws head, so you can make a countersink hole with the same drill.


What does countersink?

A countersink is used to recess a countersunk wood screw into the surface of the wood. It is a conical shaped area at the surface end of a screw hole and made by a counter sink drill bit. Detailed descriptions and diagrams are at the web liknk below.


How many types of screws are there in the world?

There are many types of screws in the world, but they can be broadly categorized into two main groups: machine screws and wood screws. Each group includes various styles and sizes designed for specific applications such as flat head, round head, Phillips head, etc.


What is the difference between a 100 degree and 130 degree countersink?

those are not anything like common angles. Usually countersinks for flat head screws are 82 degrees. some countersinks do 90 degrees. And that's about all you see are 82 and 90 degree countersink bits. 100 degree and 130 degree countersinks are more often found in Aircraft flush fittings/bolts


What is a countersink?

It is the enlargement of the upper part of a cavity to receive the cone shaped head of a screw or bolt, so that it is flush with the surface


What is Countersinking?

Countersinking is the drilling of part of the metal/wood, so as to allow an ordinary countersink screw head to lie flush with the surface. The angle of the head of a countersunk screw differs from the angle of a standard drill. So one should use a special countersink drill for the job. It is not proper to prepare the hole, for a countersunk head, by using a standard metal drill.


What is the difference in drywall screws and regular screws?

. Drywall screws were designed with 'bugle' heads (looking at them sideways, they resemble a bugle shape) which allows them to countersink and the head are flush with the drywall versus standard flat heads which, when viewed sideways, are shaped like a 'v' underneath the head. They come with three different type of threads - fine or coarse thread, and fine with a drill tip The fine thread with drill tip is designed to be used with steel studs and the regular fine and coarse thread were designed to be used with wood studs.


What are screws used?

mainly for woodworking to seal things in place, but they can be used with metals too. The most common screws are the slotted-head screw, round-head screw, and flat-head screw. More recent varieties include the Phillips-head and the Robertson-head screws. All of these vary in length from 6 to 100 mm. they are graded in size from 0 to 24 gauge. Most are made of mild steel but they are also manufactured out of brass and copper for use where moisture is a problem, such as in boat building.


What are screws used for?

mainly for woodworking to seal things in place, but they can be used with metals too. The most common screws are the slotted-head screw, round-head screw, and flat-head screw. More recent varieties include the Phillips-head and the Robertson-head screws. All of these vary in length from 6 to 100 mm. they are graded in size from 0 to 24 gauge. Most are made of mild steel but they are also manufactured out of brass and copper for use where moisture is a problem, such as in boat building.


Where are the points if anyon a 74 CT90 and how do you test if the stator is any good?

on the head, there is a round access panel held with 3 screws, its on the same side as the gear shift.


What type of drill bit do you use to countersink a flat head machine screw in a stainless steel plate?

The bit is called a countersink bit, but be sure if it's to be used in stainless that it is made from high speed steel (for metalwork) or carbide tipped and turned at a low speed. Use a good grade of cutting oil as a lubricant.