Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie FSBIT Fascia Counterbore Bit is a precision-engineered drilling accessory from Simpson Strong-Tie, specially designed to securely fasten composite and PVC fascia while providing superior corrosion resistance. Constructed from Type 316 stainless steel, this counterbore bit bores a hole that, when the fascia screw is installed, allows the material to expand and contract as the environment changes - delivering a clean, professional installation that prevents head pullover, broken screws, warping, buckling, and oil-canning.
Key Features
- Approved for attachment of Trex Fascia Boards
- Use of the fascia counterbore bit is crucial to proper installation of the fascia board
- Creates pilot hole for clean installation
- Bit countersinks so the head of the screw is flush with the material surface
- 1/4 in. arbor fits standard drill bits
- Bore diameter: 0.25 in.
- Counterbore diameter: 0.41 in.
- Type 316 stainless steel
Specifications
- Model Number: FSBIT
- Arbor Size: 1/4 in.
- Bore Diameter: 0.25 in.
- Counterbore Diameter: 0.41 in.
- Material: Type 316 Stainless Steel
- Finish: Type 316 Stainless Steel
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Composite fascia board installations
- PVC fascia board installations
- Approved for attachment of Trex Fascia Boards
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is the FSBIT counterbore bit necessary for fascia board installation?
- Use of the fascia counterbore bit is crucial to proper installation of the fascia board. It bores a hole specifically sized to allow the fascia material to expand and contract as the environment changes, preventing issues such as head pullover, broken screws, warping, buckling, and oil-canning.
- What drill is this bit compatible with?
- The FSBIT features a 1/4 in. arbor, which fits standard drill bits and is compatible with most standard drills.
- Does the FSBIT work with Trex Fascia Boards?
- Yes. The FSBIT Fascia Counterbore Bit is approved for attachment of Trex Fascia Boards, making it a reliable choice for installations involving this brand of composite fascia material.
- What screws should be used with the FSBIT Fascia Counterbore Bit?
- The FSBIT is designed to be used with Simpson Strong-Tie Fascia Board screws, which are sold separately. Together, the counterbore bit and fascia screw form the complete Simpson Strong-Tie Fascia-Fastening Solution.
Note: Simpson Strong-Tie Fascia Board screws are sold separately and are required to complete the fascia-fastening system.
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