Blackhawk 316 Stainless Steel Decking Screws

Blackhawk Fasteners delivers Australia’s widest choice of decking screws and structural fixings. Fixings come in 304 & 316 stainless as well as  Class 3 galvanised.  Select from a range of fixing options accros Power, Speed-Drive, Talon, Fusion and other series to suit every deck, pergola and boardwalk.

Why 316 Stainless?

• Delivers true marine grade corrosion resistance, specified for decks, boardwalks and docks within 1 km of breaking surf or beside chlorinated pools. 

• 316 stainless steel resists salt, chlorine and tannin staining, keeping both the screw and surrounding timber clean and structurally sound for decades.

• Great for premium coastal and poolside projects coastal homes, marina walkways & commercial boardwalks where maximum durability justifies the slightly higher cost. 

Size & Gauge Options — Guide Only

• 10 g × 50 mm — for boards 18 – 22 mm thick in pine, merbau and standard. composites.

• 10 g × 65 mm — for boards 25–35 mm thick, thicker hardwoods or picture frame. edging.

• 12 g × 50 mm — for boards 18–22 mm, in more dense hardwood.

• 12 g × 65 mm — for dense hardwood boards 25–35 mm, heavy duty or high wind/commercial applications.

Blackhawk Series Guide 

• Power Series - rapid fixing of everyday pine, merbau and general decking boards

• Speed Drive Series -  faster installs on hardwood projects where reduced pre-drilling helps productivity

• Talon Series - composite or hardwood boards that need a consistently flush, neat surface finish

• Fusion Series - dense hardwoods or premium composites that require maximum clamping force

Resources:

⬇︎ Blackhawk Screw Calculator Cheat Sheet