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GAF Drill-Tec Phillips Head XHD Extra Heavy-Duty Roofing Fasteners, 6 in., Black, 500-Count Bucket
Regular price $412.38GAF Drill-Tec Phillips Head XHD Extra Heavy-Duty Roofing Fasteners, 6 in., Black, 500-Count Bucket
GAF Drill-Tec XHD extra heavy-duty roofing fasteners in 6-inch length with black #15 Phillips head come 500 per bucket, one carton per sell unit. The long reach fastens thick insulation stacks and through fastening applications in commercial low-slope roofing. Pair with matching GAF Drill-Tec plates as specified.
Key Features:
- Extra heavy-duty: XHD design handles demanding commercial roofing attachment loads.
- 6 in. long reach: 6 in. length penetrates thick, multi-layer insulation assemblies to the deck.
- Phillips head drive: #15 Phillips head drives with standard Phillips bits and screwguns.
- 500-count bucket: 500 fasteners per bucket suited to long-length fastening applications.
- FM Approved: FM Approved for FM-insured roofing assemblies.
- Miami-Dade approved: Miami-Dade County Approved for demanding wind-zone requirements.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | GAF |
| Manufacturer model | 86PE |
| Sell unit | 1 carton with 500-fastener bucket |
| Product line | Drill-Tec XHD (Extra Heavy-Duty) roofing fasteners |
| Profile / style | #15 Phillips head screw |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 6 in. length |
| Pack quantity | 500 fasteners per bucket; 500 pieces per carton |
| Material | Steel roofing fastener |
| Approvals | FM Approved; Miami-Dade County Approved |
| Intended use | Commercial low-slope roofing attachment of insulation and membranes |
| Weight | 29 lb per carton (gross) |
Coverage & How Much You Need:
Each bucket provides 500 fastener points; coverage in square feet depends on the fastening density in your project's specified pattern. Divide total required fastener points by 500 to determine buckets needed.
Fit and Compatibility:
Belongs to the GAF Drill-Tec fastener line for use with GAF insulation, cover boards and single-ply membranes; matching Drill-Tec plates and discs are sold separately. Confirm 6 in. length against total assembly thickness and deck type using the GAF fastening specification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: How many fasteners come per unit?
A: One carton contains a bucket of 500 black 6 in. XHD Phillips head roofing fasteners.
Q: When is a 6 in. fastener needed?
A: Use it for thick or multi-layer insulation assemblies where the fastener must reach through all layers into the deck.
Q: Are they code approved?
A: Yes, they carry FM Approval and Miami-Dade County Approval.
Q: What driver is required?
A: A #15 Phillips head drive, used with standard Phillips bits.
Q: How do I order the right quantity?
A: Count fastener points from the specified pattern for your wind zone and divide by 500 per bucket.
Q: Are plates included?
A: No, GAF Drill-Tec plates are sold separately and should be matched to the fastener and membrane system.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
Reserve the 6 in. XHD screw for deep assemblies, such as fastening over two or more insulation layers, and verify embedment into steel or structural decks per the GAF tables before committing. Longer fasteners are more prone to wobble, so drive perpendicular and at moderate speed. Field pull-testing remains the best check on withdrawal capacity before full install.
Long fasteners are sharp and can bend under side load; wear gloves and eye protection and drive straight without overdriving.
Order GAF Drill-Tec XHD 6 in. roofing fasteners for deep-penetration commercial attachment.
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