Teks® 5 Steel-to-Steel Self-Drilling Screws

Teks® 5 Steel-to-Steel Self-Drilling Screws

Teks^® 5 self-drilling screws are engineered for heavy-duty steel-to-steel fastening where maximum drilling capacity is required. Designed to drill through up to 1/2" steel, these ITW Teks screws feature a precision double-fluted point for faster penetration and reduced walking, along with integrated tapping threads for efficient installation.

Commonly used in structural steel, metal decking, and commercial construction, Teks 5 screws deliver high performance with reduced installation torque and long-term corrosion resistance thanks to Climaseal^® coating.

Teks^® 5 Steel-to-Steel Self-Drilling Screws

Why Choose Teks^® 5 Self-Drilling Screws?

Designed for thick steel applications (1/4"–1/2")
Faster drilling with double-fluted cutting point
Reduced torque with notched threads (1/4 diameter)
Corrosion-resistant Climaseal^® coating
Handles material stack-ups up to ~7.2”

Features and Benefits:

Teks Drill Point
- Non-walking, cutting edges, pigtail reduction
- Engages material faster, drills with less effort, safer installation
Integrated Drill Point & Tapping Threads
- Quick transition from drilling to tapping
- Lower installation torque
Available in wide range of head styles
- HWH, Oval, Pan, PPH, PSD
Variety of finish options available
- Climaseal®, Climacoat®, Electro-Zinc, and Gray Spex

Common Applications

Structural steel framing
Metal decking to steel joists
Steel-to-steel clip attachment
Heavy-duty HVAC and industrial installs
Pre-engineered metal buildings

Product Specifications

Diameter: #12, 1/4

Thread Form: 12-24, 1/4-28

Head Style: #12: 5/16’’ HWH, 1/4: 5/16’’ HWH, 1/4: 3/8’’ HWH

Drill Point: Teks 4, Teks 4.5, Teks 5

Finish: Climaseal

Type	Best For	Steel Thickness
Teks 3	Light metal	Thin gauge
Teks 4	Medium steel	Up to ~1/4"
Teks 5	Heavy-duty steel	Up to 1/2"

SKU	Product Type	Diameter	Length	Head Type	Drive Type	Point Size	Material	Finish	Pieces Per Unit	Price
ITW 1772000	Self-Drilling Screw	#12	2"	Hex Washer	Hex, Unslotted	#5	Steel	Climaseal	2000/Box	$726.40
ITW 1075000	Self-Drilling Screw	1/4"	4"	Hex Washer	Hex, Unslotted	#5	Steel	Climaseal	500/Box	$406.85
ITW 1641000	Self-Drilling Screw	1/4"	5"	Hex Washer	Hex, Unslotted	#5	Steel	Climaseal	250/Box	$259.10
ITW 1431000	Self-Drilling Screw	1/4"	6"	Hex Washer	Hex, Unslotted	#5	Steel	Climaseal	250/Box	$362.38
ITW 1590000	Self-Drilling Screw	1/4"	8"	Hex Washer	Hex, Unslotted	#5	Steel	Climaseal	150/Box	$256.97

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<link rel="stylesheet" type="text/css"href="/media/trc-toveride.css"> <table class="tspecTable" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <h2>TEKS<sup>®</sup> Self-Drilling Fasteners Performance Data</h2> <table class="tspecTable" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td colspan="7" align="center" valign="top"><strong>PULLOUT VALUES (average lbs. ultimate)</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top"><strong>Fastener</strong></td> <td colspan="5" align="center" valign="top"><strong>Steel Gauge</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top"><strong>Dia.</strong></td> <td align="center" valign="top"><strong>Pt.</strong></td> <td align="center" valign="top"><strong>16</strong></td> <td align="center" valign="top"><strong>14</strong></td> <td align="center" valign="top"><strong>12</strong></td> <td align="center" valign="top"><strong>3/16</strong></td> <td align="center" valign="top"><strong>1/4</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td rowspan="3" align="center" valign="top"><strong>12</strong></td> <td align="center" valign="top">4</td> <td align="center" valign="top">-</td> <td align="center" valign="top">-</td> <td align="center" valign="top">1532</td> <td align="center" valign="top">3485</td> <td align="center" valign="top">3844</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top">4.5</td> <td align="center" valign="top">-</td> <td align="center" valign="top">-</td> <td align="center" valign="top">1508</td> <td align="center" valign="top">3865</td> <td align="center" valign="top">4101</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top">5</td> <td align="center" valign="top">-</td> <td align="center" valign="top">-</td> <td align="center" valign="top">1527</td> <td align="center" valign="top">3701</td> <td align="center" valign="top">3999</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top"><strong>1/4</strong></td> <td align="center" valign="top">5</td> <td align="center" valign="top">-</td> <td align="center" valign="top">-</td> <td align="center" valign="top">1507</td> <td align="center" valign="top">3300</td> <td align="center" valign="top">5059</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <table class="tspecTable" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td colspan="9" align="center"><strong>SHEET STEEL GAUGES</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center"><strong>Gauge No.</strong></td> <td align="center"><strong>26</strong></td> <td align="center"><strong>24</strong></td> <td align="center"><strong>22</strong></td> <td align="center"><strong>20</strong></td> <td align="center"><strong>18</strong></td> <td align="center"><strong>16</strong></td> <td align="center"><strong>14</strong></td> <td align="center"><strong>12</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center"><strong>Decimal Equivalent</strong></td> <td align="center">.018’’</td> <td align="center">.024’’</td> <td align="center">.030’’</td> <td align="center">.036’’</td> <td align="center">.048’’</td> <td align="center">.060’’</td> <td align="center">.075’’</td> <td align="center">.105’’</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <table class="tspecTable" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td colspan="7"> <p><strong>SHEAR VALUES (average lbs. ultimate)</strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"> <p><strong>Fastener</strong></p> </td> <td colspan="5"> <p><strong>Steel Gauge (lapped)</strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <p><strong>Dia.</strong></p> </td> <td> <p><strong>Pt.</strong></p> </td> <td> <p><strong>16</strong></p> </td> <td> <p><strong>14</strong></p> </td> <td> <p><strong>12</strong></p> </td> <td> <p><strong>1/8</strong></p> </td> <td> <p><strong>1/4</strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td rowspan="3"> <p><strong>12</strong></p> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>-</p> </td> <td> <p>-</p> </td> <td> <p>2048</p> </td> <td> <p>2030</p> </td> <td> <p>-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <p>4.5</p> </td> <td> <p>-</p> </td> <td> <p>-</p> </td> <td> <p>2641</p> </td> <td> <p>2887</p> </td> <td> <p>2897</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>-</p> </td> <td> <p>-</p> </td> <td> <p>2650</p> </td> <td> <p>2700</p> </td> <td> <p>2762</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <p><strong>1/4</strong></p> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>1597</p> </td> <td> <p>2005</p> </td> <td> <p>2350</p> </td> <td> <p>2792</p> </td> <td> <p>3310</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <table class="tspecTable" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td colspan="4"><strong>FASTENER VALUES</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Fastener</strong><strong>(dia-tpi)</strong></td> <td><strong>Tensile</strong><strong>(lbs. min.)</strong></td> <td><strong>Shear</strong><strong>(avg. lbs. ult.)</strong></td> <td><strong>Torque</strong><strong>(min. in. lbs.)</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>12-24 T/4</strong></td> <td>3020</td> <td>2100</td> <td>100</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>12-24 T/4.5</strong></td> <td>3020</td> <td>2100</td> <td>100</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>12-24 T/5</strong></td> <td>3020</td> <td>2100</td> <td>100</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>1/4-28 T/5</strong></td> <td>5577</td> <td>3310</td> <td>234</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>Note: <em>Teks fasteners are not categorized as structural bolts. Proper design criteria and strengths must be used for satisfactory application.The values listed are ultimate averages achieved under laboratory conditions and apply to Buildex manufactured fasteners only. Appropriate safety factors should be applied to these values for design purposes.</em></p> <hr>  <div class="schemaQA"> <div itemscope itemtype="https://schema.org/FAQPage"> <div itemscope itemprop="mainEntity" itemtype="https://schema.org/Question"> <h2 itemprop="name">Teks® 5 Steel-to-Steel Self-Drilling Screws Installation Guidelines</h2> <div itemscope itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemtype="https://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <ul> <li>A standard screwgun with a depth sensitive nosepiece should be used to install Teks. For optimal fastener perfor- mance, the screwgun should be a minimum of 6 amps and have an RPM range of 0-2500. (Maximum 1800 RPM is rec- ommended for Teks 5 fasteners).</li> <li>Adjust the screwgun nosepiece to properly seat the fastener. </li> <li>New magnetic sockets must be correctly set before use.</li> <li>Remove chip build-up as needed.</li> <li>The fastener is fully seated when the head is flush with the work surface.</li> <li>Overdriving may result in torsional failure of the fastener or stripout of the substrate.</li> <li>The fastener must penetrate beyond the metal structure a minimum of 3 pitches of thread.</li> </ul> <p style="font-size:13px"> </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>