Spax T-Star Plus Stainless Steel All-Purpose Screws
- 5 x 50 millimeter M5 metric screws
- 200 screws per pack
- A2 stainless steel, anti-corrosion topcoat
- Torx drive, flat countersunk head
- Partial thread, self-tapping
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A pack of stainless Torx screws for general fastening, with a partial thread and a countersunk head. They are filed as drywall screws, but the listing calls them all-purpose.
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ASIN: B000VD9TAICategory: Drywall Screws
Overview
Driving with a Torx bit, these Spax screws seat into a flat countersunk head. They are partially threaded, self-tapping stainless screws with an anti-corrosion topcoat, sold as a pack for general fastening.
The stainless steel and topcoat suit places where plain steel screws would rust. The head is Torx, so a matching bit is required. The category label says drywall, which does not match an all-purpose stainless screw.
Who it's for
A builder or maker doing outdoor or damp-area fastening gets stainless screws in bulk. Anyone hanging drywall should buy screws sold for that job, since these are listed as all-purpose.
Pros and cons
- A2 stainless steel material
- Torx drive resists bit slip
- Countersunk flat head
- Needs a Torx bit
- Filed under drywall screws, not made for them
- Listing mixes German and English terms
- Pack weight listed in kilograms
Performance notes
A Torx recess lets the bit grip deeper into the head, so torque transfers with less slipping. A self-tapping tip and partial thread cut their own path and pull the parts together. Stainless steel resists corrosion but is softer than hardened carbon steel.
Specifications
| Brand | Spax |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Thread Size | M5 |
| Fastener Size | 5 mm x 50 mm |
| Item weight | 0.83 kilograms |
| Item Diameter | 5 millimeters |
| Item Dimensions | 1.97 x 0.2 x 0.2 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.83 kg |
| Size Name | 5,0 x 50 mm |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless steel (A2) |
| Exterior Finish | Anti-corrosion topcoat |
| Color | Edelstahl Rostfrei A2 |
| Included components | |
| Number Of Pieces | 200 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Other details | |
| Fastener Type | Self-tapping screw |
| Head Type | Flat, countersunk |
| Drive System | Torx |
| Thread Coverage | Partially threaded |
| Grade Rating | Premium |
| Screw Point Style | Cupped Point |
| Thread Type | Metric |
Closest rivals on specs
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Frequently asked questions
Are the Spax T-Star Plus screws drywall screws?
They are filed under drywall screws, but the listing calls them all-purpose countersunk screws with a Torx drive, so they are not made specifically for drywall.
What bit do Spax T-Star Plus screws use?
A Torx bit, per the listed drive system.
How many screws are in the Spax T-Star Plus pack?
The listing gives 200 screws.