Available in 3 sizes:
- 3" - fits jaws with clamping diameter of 2 1/16", minimum closed diameter of 1 7/8"
- 4 1/2" - fits jaws with clamping diameter of 2 1/16", minimum closed diameter of 1 7/8"
- 6" - fits jaws with clamping diameter of 4 1/4", minimum closed diameter of 4"
What are the different sizes of wall plate screws?
They feature a slot in a slightly rounded top (except for specialty screws) and come in a wide variety of lengths. The two most common sizes of wall plate screws are 5/16” and 1/2”. Why aren’t they the same?
How do I know what size screw to use for faceplate?
An easy way to check the proper size of a given screw is to drop one in a screw hole on the faceplate and hold it up for inspection. The screw should seat in and fill the recessed screw hole area of the faceplate surface. It should not be too small and able to slide around much.
What size screws do you use to mount electrical devices?
Device Mount - 2.38" or 2-3/8" - For this spacing, the device is mounted into the electrical box and the plate actually screws into the electrical device strap or housing. Found on toggle wall plates and single 1.4" outlet covers . Regular ½” screws are standard & provided with device mount plates.
What is the standard size of a slot screw?
Standard slotted screws are known as 6-32 oval head screws. They feature a slot in a slightly rounded top (except for specialty screws) and come in a wide variety of lengths. The two most common sizes of wall plate screws are 5/16” and 1/2”.
How many times can you use Torx drive screws?
I use galvanized torx head deck screws #8x 1 1/2 or longer. Torx drive screws can be used 20-30 times without failing. Beware of using longer screws because the shank will twist off in wet wood if alllowed to sit very long.
What size screws do I use for self tapping?
I use #10 or #12 self tapping sheet metal screws, either 1” or 1.5”. They won’t break and have incredible holding strength.
How long are screws on a rocker switch?
Because these straps are typically sitting close to or directly on the wall behind the straps, screws are kept short at 1/4” to 5/16” in length. Image shows top view of electrical box with Decora rocker switch and cover plate.
Why do rocker switch plates have 5/16 screws?
Rocker switch plates and some other specialty wall plates have 5/16" screws because longer screws will hit the wall surface underneath the plate.
What is the spacing for a device mount?
Device Mount - 2.38" or 2-3/8" - For this spacing, the device is mounted into the electrical box and the plate actually screws into the electrical device strap or housing. Found on toggle wall plates and single 1.4" outlet covers . Regular ½” screws are standard & provided with device mount plates.
What size screws are needed for a box mount?
This is typical for blank or louvered wallplates, and phone or cable covers . Standard size screws provided are 1/2" long .
What size screws are used for wall plate?
The two most common sizes of wall plate screws are 5/16” and 1/2”. Why aren’t they the same? Screw size varies depending upon the device and placement of the openings. Screw lengths include 5/16" (.31") , 1/2" (.5"), 3/4" (.75" specialty size), 1" (1.0") 1-1/2" (1.5"), and 2" (2.0").
What is a tamperproof screw?
These tamperproof screws require specialty screwdrivers for installation or removal.
How far apart are doorbell covers?
Some of our replacement covers for doorbells have screws spaced 4.5" apart.