Grip Rite 16DUP1 1 lb Bright Double-Head Shank Duplex Nail, 3"

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Roofing nails can have a lot of variation in size, material, and structure. They do; however, all have one thing in common, the point. Nail material varies from bright steel for indoor use to electro-galvanized or zinc-dipped coated for exterior applications. Stainless steel is used as well where nails may be visible such as for hanging natural siding. Other special materials, such as copper, are available for unusual applications. While most nails are made from wire, some nails are “ cut,” such as those use for nailing into masonry surfaces.

The D in nail sizes indicates “penny,” and they’re pronounced as such: 10D is pronounced “ten-penny.” Originally, the term indicated how many pennies a carpenter would have to pay for 100 nails of a specific length. The longer the length, the more pennies they’d have to pay for the lot. Plastic Collation - Plastic coalition is the most common collation found. Less environmentally friendly than paper, but more convenient and, often, more cost-effective, plastic collation works by having one or two plastic strips holding the nail in place in the strip. Once the nail begins to drive in, the plastic will break, leaving a clear path for the nail to drive in. The main reason you may want to use an aluminum nail is that certain woods could have a negative reaction to the zinc coating on galvanized steel nails. Aluminum nails do serve a very important function where steel or copper cannot be used, but are best reserved for those instances only. Panel Pins The nail size was named after the actual price of 100 nails of any given size, and the letter “d” represents a penny, from the first letter of the Roman coin denarius.Besides high-carbon and low-carbon steel, nails are available in types 304 and 316 stainless steel. Stainless steel nails are slightly less strong than ordinary steel nails and are about three times as expensive as galvanized nails, but they are much more rust resistant. Countersunk and cupped heads have a conical shape and are designed so they can be easily driven just below the surface to create smoother finish.

It's safe to say that nails have a rich history as they've laid the foundation work for our modern construction techniques. But although nails haven't changed much in appearance, their fundamentals have been adapted somewhat. In today's age, we have different types of nails to do different jobs. The "galvanized" specifically refers to the coating present on a nail. The process that is used is called galvanization, where the nails are covered in a protective coating of zinc to ward off oxidation. Also used on drywalls and gypsum board, the thin layer of cement on these coated nails heats up from the friction when they are nailed in place, increasing their staying power. Vinyl Driving a large nail with a light hammer will often result in bending the nail. Instead, use an appropriately sized and type of hammer: 12 ounces for light work and small nails, 16 ounces for general work, and 20 ounces or more for framing.A spiral shank, used for hardwoods, rotates as it is driven into the material which prevents it from pulling out easily. Nails with phosphate layers are generally used for drywall boards because they have better gripping power. Vinyl

Zinc plating or electro-galvanization. When steel nails are dipped in a zinc acidic bath, a thin layer of zinc is left behind. This provides some protection against rust, though these nails are still usually intended for indoor use. This article presented a brief discussion of nail dimensions and standard nail sizes. For more information on related products or processes, consult our other guides or visit the Thomas Supplier Discovery Platform to locate potential sources of supply or view details on specific products. For a detailed technical discussion of nail pullout resistance, refer to this article by the USDA’s Forest Products Laboratory. Other Related Tool and Fastener Articles

When to Use a Duplex Nail

Glue Collation - While not feasible on all nails because of the heads, for staples or floor cleats, glue collation is incredibly effective. The only difference is that vinyl also works as a lubricant, which helps in the installation process as the nail drives in more smoothly. Zinc Smooth Shank - The most basic, but also the most common due to its low price point, is the smooth shank nail. A smooth shank is named that way because, as the namesake, it has a completely smooth shank. According to the Carrillos, “Removal of the double-headed nail from poured concrete has proven difficult. When removing the forms with a hammer or pry bar, substantial pressure is placed on the forms, which can break the edge of the freshly poured cement.” The Performance Test

Did you know that the Egyptians were the first to use nails? They forged bronze nails that are strikingly similar to modern-day nails.) Softwoods (including cedar, Douglas fir, and pine) won’t grip a nail as well because there are fewer fibers to hold it in place. You may recognize the softwoods as ones that are especially common in construction projects; they are popular choices because of the ease of working with these varieties, including when it comes to nailing fasteners. To compensate for the lower density of fibers, however, it is necessary to use longer nails and in some cases coatings like cement as well. TIP: Square masonry nails are usually shaped rather than extruded like the round counterparts, so can, at times, come with an additional cost implication. Ten-penny (10D) nails are typically used for building header assemblies and framing walls. Their 3-inch length means they can punch through two 2x6s, 2x8s, or 2x10s with a ½-inch piece of plywood between them (a header sandwich) without poking through the other side. They may also be used for non-loadbearing walls.

In Summary

Pullout resistance is increased by adding rings or threads or both to the shank. These so-called deformed-shank nails are used in other aspects of construction to ensure that the nail does not pull out due to wind buffeting or pedestrian traffic, for instance. Threaded-shank nails rotate as they are driven into wood or masonry, while ring-shank nails promote a wedging action between the nail and the wood fibers. Ring-shank nails are often used in softwoods while barbed shanks increase the holding power of nails in hardwood. Finishing nails are commonly used in work that requires a professional and flawless finish, as the nails have smaller heads than most others meaning they’re not as noticeable when fixed into the material