Hillman Fasteners 47280 Lath Screw 9/16 in No. 8 Box 12

Product Description

The HILLMAN FASTENERS 47280 is a zinc-plated truss head self-piercing lath screw designed for securing metal lath in interior and exterior construction applications. Measuring 9/16 inches in length and sized at No. 8, the screw features a low-profile truss head that distributes load across the lath surface and a self-piercing point that penetrates metal lath without a pilot hole. Sold in a box of 12, this fastener is suited for high-volume rough-in work where speed and consistent holding power matter. The zinc coating provides baseline corrosion resistance in typical interior wall and ceiling assemblies.

This lath screw is used in residential and light commercial construction where metal lath is applied over wood or metal framing prior to plastering or stucco work. Drywall and plastering contractors commonly specify truss head self-piercing lath screws for this application. The No. 8 diameter provides adequate thread engagement in standard metal lath gauges without distorting or tearing the mesh.

Key Features

• Self-piercing point eliminates the need for a pilot hole in metal lath
• Truss head profile distributes clamping load and sits low against the lath surface
• Zinc plating offers corrosion resistance for interior construction environments
• No. 8 diameter provides reliable thread engagement in standard metal lath
• 9/16-inch length is sized for single-layer metal lath attachment to framing
• Packaged in a box of 12 units for jobsite convenience

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement fastener for use with standard metal lath assemblies in plaster and stucco wall and ceiling systems.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by drywall or plastering contractors using a screw gun or drill driver set to appropriate clutch depth to avoid overdriving the truss head. Ensure framing members are properly aligned before driving screws through the lath. Follow applicable building codes and manufacturer lath specifications for fastener spacing and pattern. Do not substitute a longer or shorter screw length without verifying adequate embedment and pullout requirements for the assembly.