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About

In construction and woodworking, screws are purchased by the box or by weight (kg/lbs), but usage is calculated by count (e.g., 40 screws per drywall sheet). This calculator bridges the gap, allowing contractors to estimate the total piece count from a bulk weight.

The tool includes specific data for Drywall screws (Phosphated steel, Bugle head), Wood screws (Yellow zinc, Countersunk), and Self-tapping screws. It also calculates how many standard boxes you can fill from a bulk shipment, aiding in repackaging or distribution logistics.

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Formulas

Piece Count N:

N = Mbulkmscrew

Box Estimation:

Boxes = floorNBoxSize

Reference Data

Screw TypeSizeAvg Weight (g)Count per kg
Drywall (Fine)3.5 x 25mm1.40714
Drywall (Fine)3.5 x 35mm1.85540
Drywall (Coarse)3.9 x 55mm3.10322
Wood (Zinc)4.0 x 40mm2.60384
Wood (Zinc)5.0 x 80mm7.20138
Self-Tapping4.2 x 19mm1.60625

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Drywall screws typically have a thinner shank and a bugle head designed to sit flush in gypsum, making them lighter than standard wood screws of the same length.
Zinc plating or phosphate coatings add negligible weight. However, ceramic coatings (for decking screws) can add measurable thickness and weight, potentially reducing the count per kg by 1-2%.
We calculate a ±2% margin. A "1000 count" box from a factory often contains between 990 and 1010 screws because they are also packaged by weight, not counted individually.
No. Nails have a different head-to-shank mass ratio and density profile. Please use a specific nail counter.