Würth #8 x 2-1/2" Bugle Head Drywall Screw Phillips Drive - Sharp Point Coarse Thread Black, 3670000270961 3000 - 3000/Box

Black Drywall Screw Sized For 5/8-Inch Board On Wood Framing

This Würth #8 x 2-1/2" bugle head drywall screw is a W-type coarse-thread fastener built for attaching gypsum board to wood studs and joists. The 2-1/2" length gives the thread purchase depth needed to hold 5/8-inch board securely in wood framing without over-penetrating standard stud stock.

Key Features

• Bugle head profile curves smoothly into the board face so the head dimples cleanly without tearing the paper facing.
• #2 Phillips drive engages the bit quickly for the steady, repeatable driving that volume drywall work demands.
• Coarse thread is the standard W-type thread for wood framing, providing strong pull-out resistance in softwood studs and joists.
• Sharp point self-starts in wood without a pilot hole, keeping the installation moving.
• Black phosphate finish reduces driving friction and provides the corrosion resistance appropriate for dry interior environments.
• 3,000 screws per box supports production-scale hanging on multi-room or commercial interior projects.

Where The 2-1/2" Length Fits

Drywall screw length is matched to board thickness plus the penetration depth the wood substrate needs. A 2-1/2" screw is the standard choice for 5/8-inch Type X or standard gypsum board applied to wood framing, leaving roughly 1-1/2 inches of thread in the stud. It also covers two-layer assemblies where 1/2-inch base board is followed by a second layer, a common detail in multi-family or commercial corridor walls where fire ratings require a double-layer system. For single-layer 1/2-inch board on wood, this length exceeds the minimum, which is a reasonable trade-off when one screw length needs to work across a job with mixed board thicknesses.

Bugle Head And Black Phosphate Finish

The bugle head's concave underside transitions from face to shank without the sharp shoulder of a flat head. That curve lets the screw seat slightly below the board surface in a clean dimple rather than tearing through the paper, which matters when the finish work depends on a smooth joint-compound application. The black phosphate coating serves two purposes in this application: it reduces thread friction for consistent depth control under a screw gun, and it provides the surface protection appropriate for interior, climate-controlled installations. This finish is for dry indoor work — it is not rated for exterior exposure or high-humidity environments.

Production Volume And Who This Screw Is For

A 3,000-count box is sized for drywall crews, framing contractors, and production shops that hang board in quantity. Estimating roughly 32 screws per sheet of 4x8 drywall at 12-inch on-center spacing, this box covers approximately 90 sheets — enough for a mid-size residential build or a full commercial tenant improvement in a single order. The #2 Phillips drive is compatible with every standard drywall screw gun and most cordless drill drivers, so there is no special bit required. Homeowners tackling a room addition or basement finishing project will also find the box practical: the format stores cleanly on a shelf and keeps the screws accessible without a separate jar or bucket.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Right Screw For Interior Board Hanging At Scale

When the job calls for 5/8-inch gypsum board on wood framing and the work is measured in rooms rather than walls, this 2-1/2" Würth drywall screw delivers the length, thread, and pack quantity to keep the crew moving without interruption.