Hillman Fasteners 461320 Galvanized Box Nail 2.5in 8D 5lb

Product Description

The HILLMAN FASTENERS 461320 is a 2.5 inch 8D galvanized box nail sold in a 5 pound box. Box nails feature a thinner shank than common nails, reducing wood splitting during installation while still providing solid holding power. The hot-dipped or electro-galvanized coating resists rust and corrosion, making these nails suitable for exterior and treated-lumber applications. Carpenters, framers, and general contractors reach for 8D box nails as a go-to fastener for sheathing, decking, fencing, and general wood framing tasks where a slimmer profile is needed to protect the workpiece.

These 2.5 inch 8D box nails are used across residential and light commercial construction projects. Typical applications include wall sheathing, roof decking, subflooring, fence boards, and exterior trim work. The galvanized finish makes them appropriate for pressure-treated lumber as required by building codes in exterior or ground-contact assemblies. Each unit is packaged as a 5 pound box, and the supplier packs 4 boxes per case, making them practical for stocking a job-site supply or a hardware counter.

Key Features

• 2.5 inch length, 8D penny size — standard box nail profile for framing and sheathing work
• Galvanized coating provides corrosion resistance for exterior and pressure-treated lumber use
• Thinner box-nail shank reduces splitting compared to common nails of the same penny size
• 5 pound box quantity suits job-site use and trade supply stocking
• Sold in a case pack of 4 boxes for convenient bulk purchasing

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 8D galvanized box nail suitable for use with dimensional lumber, structural sheathing panels, and pressure-treated wood in exterior framing and general carpentry applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by carpenters, framers, and general contractors using a hammer or nail gun configured for 2.5 inch box nails. Always verify that the galvanized coating grade meets local building code requirements when fastening pressure-treated lumber, particularly in ground-contact or high-moisture environments. Follow applicable IRC or IBC fastener schedule tables for structural connections. Wear appropriate eye protection when hand-nailing or operating a pneumatic nailer.