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Wholesale double headed duplex nails used for construction
Duplex nails are an indispensable tool in the construction industry, particularly for scaffolding and temporary structures. The unique double-headed design offers a balance of strength, ease of removal, and reusability, making the duplex nails a cost-effective and efficient choice for various applications.
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Wholesale double headed duplex nails used for construction
What is a double headed nail?
Double-Headed Design: The most distinctive feature of duplex nails is the double head, which includes a primary head and a secondary head positioned slightly below it. This design allows the double headed nail to be driven into the material until the lower head is flush, leaving the upper head exposed for easy removal.
Versatile Sizes: Available in a range of sizes from 6d to 30d, duplex nails cater to different construction needs. The duplex nails range in length from 1" to 4", with the distance between the two nail heads varying from ¼" to 7/16" .
What is a nail with a double head called?
The iron nail with a double head is called a **duplex nail**. The double headed nail features two heads, allowing for easy removal and reusability, making it ideal for temporary construction projects such as scaffolding and formwork. Duplex nails provide strong fastening while being easy to extract when needed.
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Double head nails sizes
►Duplex double head nails are frequently exported to Brazil in the size of 15*18,17*27, 18 *27(2-1/2"*10 gauge) and 19*39. Typically, they are packaged in 1kg plastic bags and shipped in either 20kg or 25kg cartons.
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Size |
Gage No. |
Length Overall in. |
Lengt under Lower Head in. |
Diam Top Head in. |
Diam Lower Head in. |
Distance between Head in. |
Approx Number per lb |
|
6d |
11 1/2 |
2 7/64 |
1 3/4 |
3/16 |
17/64 |
1/4 |
156 |
|
8d |
10 1/4 |
2 5/8 |
2 1/4 |
15/64 |
9/32 |
1/4 |
90 |
|
10d |
9 |
3 3/16 |
2 3/4 |
1/4 |
5/16 |
5/16 |
59 |
|
16d |
8 |
3 1/2 |
3 |
9/32 |
11/32 |
3/8 |
45 |
|
20d |
6 |
4 1/64 |
3 1/2 |
5/16 |
3/8 |
3/8 |
28 |
|
Length is frm the point to the underside of the lower head. |
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Duplex nails benefits
Cost-Effective: Due to the reusability, duplex nails reduce the overall cost of temporary construction projects.
Time-Saving: The easy removal feature of duplex nails saves time during the dismantling process, allowing for quicker project completion.
Material Preservation: Since duplex nails can be removed without causing significant damage, the materials they fasten can often be reused, reducing waste.
Safety: The secure hold provided by duplex nails ensures the stability of temporary structures, enhancing safety on construction sites.
Double headed duplex nails Installation and Removal Techniques
Installation: When installing duplex nails, the double headed nails should be driven into the wood or material until the lower head is flush with the surface. This ensures a secure hold while leaving the upper head exposed for later removal.
Removal: To remove the duplex nail, a claw hammer or nail puller is inserted under the upper head. A downward motion is used to extract the nail with ease, minimizing damage to the surrounding material.
What are double headed nails used for?
Scaffolding: Duplex nails are ideal for constructing temporary wooden scaffolding. The double head nails provide a secure fastening method that can be easily dismantled and reused, making them cost-effective for scaffolding projects.
Concrete Formwork: In concrete pouring projects, duplex nails are used to fasten wood forms. Once the concrete has hardened, the wood forms can be easily removed by pulling out the nails using the exposed second head.
Temporary Braces: Duplex nails are used for temporary braces in construction, allowing for adjustments and disassembly without damaging the materials.
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