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MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 50914 3/16" x 2" Zinc Plated Steel Dowel Screws 100PK hardware
Pack of 100 zinc-plated steel dowel screws for hidden wood-to-wood joints
- Product typePins
- Hidden joints with two pointed ends and no head
- Corrosion-resistant zinc plated steel construction
- 100-piece pack covers multiple woodworking projects
- Dowel screw design joins wood pieces securely
- 3/16" diameter by 2" length for versatile use
Dowel screws for hidden wood joints
This pack contains one hundred zinc-plated steel dowel screws measuring three-sixteenths by two inches. Each fastener has two pointed ends and no head, allowing it to join two pieces of wood invisibly. The screws suit cabinetry, furniture assembly and general woodworking where a concealed joint is required. The corrosion-resistant finish helps maintain holding power in indoor environments.
Upgrading from basic wood screws
Standard wood screws leave a visible head and need a countersink, which can mar the surface of finished pieces. Dowel screws eliminate the head entirely, so the joint line stays clean and no plug or filler is needed. The improvement is worthwhile whenever the appearance of the joint matters more than the speed of driving a single-headed screw.
Limits of the dowel-screw method
Because the fastener has no head, it cannot be tightened or removed with a conventional driver; installation relies on gripping the unthreaded centre with pliers or a specialised tool. Alignment must be precise, as the screw cannot draw the pieces together like a headed screw can. The technique is therefore unsuited to joints that may need future disassembly or where clamping pressure is essential.
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Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | MIDWEST FASTENER |
| Product type | Pins |
Questions about this item
What diameter pilot hole should I drill for the 3/16" dowel screws?
Drill a pilot hole slightly smaller than 3/16" in both wood pieces to prevent splitting and ensure the threads grip securely in each workpiece.
How do I drive these headless screws without damaging the threads?
Use a dowel screw driver bit or lock two nuts onto the exposed threads, then turn the nuts with a wrench to drive the screw into the first piece of wood.
Will the zinc plating hold up if the joint is used outdoors?
The zinc plating resists corrosion in dry indoor conditions; for outdoor or damp environments, apply a sealant over the joint or choose stainless steel fasteners instead.
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