{"product_id":"simpson-strong-tie-deck-drive-dcu-composite-collated-screw-10-x-2-3-4-in-type-316-tan-02-1000-pack-dcu234s316tn02","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie Deck-Drive DCU COMPOSITE Collated Screw, #10 x 2-3\/4-in. Type 316, Tan 02, 1000-Pack (DCU234S316TN02)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Harsh Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eType 316 stainless steel gives this screw serious corrosion resistance for coastal decks, rooftop assemblies, and other demanding outdoor installs where standard steel is the wrong choice.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drive-size.svg\" alt=\"drive-size\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaner Composite Fastening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe Simpson Strong-Tie composite collated screw uses a tri-lobe thread, cap head, and upper thread design to reduce board damage, limit mushrooming, and leave a cleaner finished deck surface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/fastener.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for Faster Runs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eAs a Quik Drive collated screw, this fastener is set up for repetitive deck board installation so you can move faster and keep results more consistent across large jobs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie DCU234S316TN02 Deck-Drive DCU Composite Collated Screw\u003c\/strong\u003e is a #10 x 2-3\/4 in. Quik Drive collated screw made for fastening composite deck boards. This is a \u003cstrong\u003ecomposite collated screw\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong\u003ecomposite decking installation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003eDCU234S316TN02\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you are building decks in wet, coastal, or high-corrosion environments and need a cleaner finished surface than a general-purpose deck screw usually gives you, this is the kind of fastener worth paying attention to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWhat matters here is not just the size or the stainless grade, but how the screw is built to behave in composite. Simpson Strong-Tie uses a tri-lobe thread design to reduce damage to the board while driving, and inverted upper threads to clear excess material so the surface finishes cleaner. That helps cut down on the raised material and rough-looking install points that can show up when composite boards are fastened with the wrong screw geometry. The cap head also helps prevent mushrooming, which is one of the biggest appearance problems on composite decking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Type-17 point is there for fast starts and easier penetration into composite decking. On a long run of deck boards, that matters because easier starting means less fighting the screw at the surface and less chance of wandering or tearing up the face of the board. The T20 star drive gives you a more secure bit engagement than a lower-grip recess, which helps when you are driving repeatedly and want less cam-out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis screw is built from \u003cstrong\u003eType 316 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is the spec that makes it stand out for high-exposure installs. If the deck is near saltwater, around chemicals, or in a climate where corrosion resistance is not optional, Type 316 is the right conversation to have. Simpson also calls this out for high to severe levels of corrosion resistance, so this is not just a color-matched screw with deck-friendly geometry. It is also a material choice aimed at long-term outdoor durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBecause it is a \u003cstrong\u003eQuik Drive collated screw\u003c\/strong\u003e, this product is aimed at installers who want speed and repeatability on the job. Collated fastening makes the most sense when you are covering a lot of square footage and want a more efficient workflow than handling loose screws one at a time. For deck crews, remodeling contractors, and serious builders doing production-style board fastening, that can mean less downtime and more consistent installation pacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe tan 02 color is part of the product's finish matching strategy, which matters on visible deck surfaces where the fastener should blend instead of drawing attention. Simpson also lists this as an approved fastener for Trex composite decking, which is a practical point for anyone trying to stay inside decking manufacturer requirements instead of guessing at compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis product is best for deck builders, remodelers, and contractors installing composite decking boards or roof sleeper assemblies where appearance, corrosion resistance, and installation speed all matter. If you are just doing a small repair with loose screws, this may be more system-specific than you need. If you are doing full deck builds and want a composite screw designed to leave a cleaner result, this is the right lane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for a Cleaner Deck Surface\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/10497945567526_b757b5fdfd1c.jpg\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie DCU234S316TN02 Deck-Drive DCU Composite Collated Screw shown as a clean product close-up on a white background, highlighting the cap head, star drive recess, and pointed tip used for composite decking installation\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThis fastener is shaped around the problems that show up with composite boards: surface mushrooming, torn-up material, and inconsistent finish. The head, thread, and point design all work toward a smoother-looking install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eCap head helps keep material from rising above the deck surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eTri-lobe threads reduce damage while driving into composite boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eType-17 point helps the screw start quickly and penetrate with less fuss\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e(1000) #10 x 2-3\/4 in. Deck-Drive DCU Composite Collated Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eFastener Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eQuik Drive Collated Screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eType 316 Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eTan 02\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eT20 Star Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eHead Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eCap Head\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eThread Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eTri-Lobe Threads\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003ePoint Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eType-17 Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2-3\/4 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e#10\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003ePack Quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1000\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e13.2 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eComposite Deck Boards\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/connectivity.svg\" alt=\"connectivity\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eCollated Fastening System\u003c\/strong\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eDesigned as a Quik Drive collated screw.\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drive-size.svg\" alt=\"drive-size\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eDrive Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eUses a T20 star drive recess for secure bit engagement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eDecking Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eApproved fastener for Trex composite decking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDeck Building\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eComposite Decking\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRemodeling\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eOutdoor Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRoof Sleeper Assemblies\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie DCU234S316TN02 Deck-Drive DCU Composite Collated Screw for Serious Deck Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIf you are installing composite decking in a place where corrosion and finish quality both matter, this is the kind of screw that earns its keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deck crews, remodelers, and contractors running composite boards in high-exposure outdoor conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type 316 stainless steel, a composite-friendly thread and head design, and Quik Drive collated format make it much more purpose-built than a generic deck screw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a 1000-pack collated product, so it makes the most sense when you are set up for system-based installation and have enough work to justify the format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this screw designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for fastening composite decking boards and is also listed for fastening roof sleeper assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the screw made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e This model is made from Type 316 stainless steel for high corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat drive style does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses a T20 star drive recess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs it approved for Trex composite decking?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Simpson lists it as an approved fastener for Trex composite decking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Simpson Strong-Tie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52999302971686,"sku":"DCU234S316TN02","price":588.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/DCU234S316TN02_00707392893516_Product_Photo_01_f2e0e405-efd6-4443-b11d-922456421a03.jpg?v=1779135451","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/simpson-strong-tie-deck-drive-dcu-composite-collated-screw-10-x-2-3-4-in-type-316-tan-02-1000-pack-dcu234s316tn02","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}