For heavy duty wood-to-wood connections in treated or untreated lumber. Deck Ledger Comparable to 1/2" lag screws Application: Starborn Structural H23 screws are specifically designed to attach deck ledgers to rim joists. They are fully tested and code compliant alternatives to traditional lag screws and through-bolts, with no pre-drilling required. Structural H23 screws feature a hex washer head for maximum drivability, a unique Tri-Forge® point for reduced driving torque, and a high-adhesion exterior grade coating. Complete fastening instructions are available in the Deck Ledger to Rim Joist Technical Guide. Structural H23 screws can also be used in a variety of other code compliant wood-to-wood connections. Features: IRC/IBC code compliant No pre-drilling Comparable to 1/2″ lag screws 0.23″ shank diameter 3/8″ hex head for maximum drivability Tri-Forge® Point provides a fast start, minimal splitting, and reduced driving torque Speed-Knurl™ reduces friction on the unthreaded shank for faster installation Black exterior grade coating has high-adhesion and is an ACQ approved alternative to hot-dip galvanized coatings
