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FF-S-111
Wood Screws
Mumbai · India

Akbar Fasteners Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai — ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer and exporter of wood screws referenced under US Federal Specification FF-S-111. Wood screws are a genuinely distinct fastener class from both machine screws (FF-S-210) and metal tapping screws (FF-S-200) — a tapered, unthreaded shank below the head, a sharply pointed gimlet tip, and a coarser thread pitch than either, all specifically designed around wood fiber’s very different holding characteristics compared to sheet metal or a tapped hole.
Reference US Federal Specification FF-S-111
Head Styles Flat, Oval, Round
Drive Types Slotted, Cross-Recessed
Materials Steel, Brass, Stainless
3
Core Head Styles
50+
Countries Export Experience
1
Tapered Shank Design
ISO
9001:2015 Certified
Built Around Wood Fiber, Not Metal or Plastic

Why Wood Screws Are Genuinely a Different Fastener

A wood screw’s design solves a problem neither machine screws nor metal tapping screws face — wood fiber compresses and grips around a fastener differently than sheet metal or a machined thread ever does. That’s why a genuine wood screw has a tapered shank that’s unthreaded near the head, a coarser thread pitch running only along the lower portion of the shank, and a sharp gimlet point designed to start the screw into the wood grain with minimal splitting, rather than needing a pre-cut thread or a self-drilling tip.

The unthreaded shank section matters more than it might look — it lets the screw’s threaded portion draw the two pieces of wood tightly together as it seats, rather than the thread engaging along the entire shank length and simply advancing without pulling the joint closed. Substituting a machine screw or metal tapping screw for genuine wood screw duty loses that clamping action and the gimlet point’s clean-starting behavior, both of which matter for a joint that actually needs to hold tightly in wood.

Akbar Fasteners Pvt. Ltd. exports to over 50 countries, and our wood screw range is manufactured with the correct tapered shank, coarse thread pitch, and gimlet point geometry, verified under our ISO 9001:2015 quality system.

FF-S-111 Wood Screw — Akbar Fasteners
Why Buyers Specify FF-S-111

Where FF-S-111 Genuinely Applies

Genuine Wood-Joint Clamping Action

Tapered, unthreaded shank draws mating pieces of wood tightly together as the screw seats.

Gimlet Point Starts Cleanly

Sharp point geometry reduces splitting risk when driving into wood without a pilot hole.

Unambiguous Federal Specification

Removes ambiguity in federal purchase orders needing a defined wood screw standard.

Multiple Material & Finish Options

Steel, brass, and stainless options across common head styles and drive types.

Head Styles We Manufacture

Wood Screw Head Style Options

Flat Head

Countersunk Flat Head

Sits flush with the wood surface once fully driven, for a clean fastened appearance.

Oval Head

Countersunk Oval Head

Domed top over a countersunk base, common for decorative or visible fastening.

Round Head

Domed Round Head

Sits proud of the surface, useful where countersinking isn’t required or desired.

The Real Question Buyers Ask

Wood Screws vs Tapping Screws vs Machine Screws

Confirming which fastener class actually fits the base material avoids specifying a screw that can’t hold the joint properly. This table is the quick reference we use with buyers before quoting.

PropertyFF-S-111 Wood ScrewFF-S-200 Tapping ScrewFF-S-210 Machine Screw
Base MaterialWoodSheet metal, plasticTapped hole or nut
Shank DesignTapered, partly unthreadedParallel, fully threadedParallel, fully threaded
Point TypeGimlet pointSharp/drilling pointFlat/no point (blunt)
Clamping ActionDraws pieces togetherLimited (parallel thread)Full (with nut/tapped hole)
Materials, Threads, and Dimensions

FF-S-111 Specification Details

Material Options

Materials We Manufacture In

  • Carbon Steel Plain / Zinc Plated
  • Brass Decorative Applications
  • Stainless Steel 304 / 316
  • Finish Plain / Nickel / Zinc
Design Features

Wood Screw Geometry

  • Shank Tapered, Partly Unthreaded
  • Point Gimlet (Sharp)
  • Thread Pitch Coarse
  • Testing Dimensional Verified
Size Range

Available Dimensions

  • Nominal Size #2 – #14 (Gauge System)
  • Length Custom to Application
  • Custom Sizes On Request
  • Drive Type Slotted / Cross-Recessed
Where FF-S-111 Wood Screws Are Specified

Application Areas

Wherever a genuine wood-to-wood clamping joint is the actual requirement.

Furniture & Cabinet Assembly

Wood-to-wood joint
fastening in furniture

Timber Construction

Structural and finish
timber fastening

Government Infrastructure

Public works federal
wood hardware needs

Decking & Outdoor Structures

Stainless wood screws
for outdoor durability

Interior Fit-Out & Trim

Finished wood trim
and molding fastening

Marine Woodwork

Brass/stainless wood screws
for boat and marine woodwork

Hardware & Hinge Fixing

Standard hardware fixing
into wood substrates

General Woodworking

Standard fastening across
federally specified wood projects
Every Export Shipment Prepared With

Standard Export Documentation

Prepared as standard practice for every FF-S-111 wood screw shipment.

Mill Test Certificate (MTC)

Heat number, chemical composition, and mechanical property verification for every lot.

Certificate of Conformance

Confirms the shipment matches the purchase order head/material specification in full.

Dimensional Inspection Report

Verification of shank taper, thread pitch, and point geometry for correct performance.

Certificate of Origin (COO)

Confirms India as country of manufacture for destination customs purposes.

NABL Accredited Test Reports

Independent mechanical and dimensional testing available on request for critical applications.

Commercial Invoice & Packing List

Itemized value, Incoterm, and detailed carton/weight breakdown for customs clearance.

Standards We Manufacture To

Internationally Recognised Standards Coverage

US Federal Specification
FF-S-111
Federal specification reference for slotted and cross-recessed wood screws across flat, oval, and round head styles.
Companion Federal Spec
FF-S-200
The tapping screw specification for sheet metal, plastic, and similar thin base materials instead of wood.
Companion Federal Spec
FF-S-210
The general machine screw specification for applications with a pre-existing mating thread.
Commercial Equivalent
ASME B18.6.1
The commercial wood screw standard frequently cross-referenced alongside FF-S-111.
Material — Steel
ASTM A510 / A575
Carbon steel wire and bar specifications commonly referenced for standard wood screw material.
Quality System
ISO 9001:2015
QMS certification covering our complete manufacturing, inspection, and documentation process at our Mumbai facility.
FF-S-111 Wood Screws — Manufacturer & Exporter

Need a Genuine
Wood-Joint Clamping Screw?

Tell us your head style, drive type, and material requirement — we’ll confirm specification and quote across our full wood screw range. Akbar Fasteners Pvt. Ltd. responds within 24 hours.

Sales: +91 724 0000 733 · Support: +91 800 9315 333 · sales@akbarfasteners.in

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