TimCo Advanced Coach Screw (Hex Flange Head, Slash Point) Yellow, 8.0 x 70mm | Box of 50 (870SCSY)
Product description
A solid coach screw is one of those “quietly important” items on a build. When you’re fixing timber frameworks, setting outdoor structures, or replacing older style coach screws, the TimCo Advanced Coach Screw is designed to drive in more easily and hold with a proper clamp. It’s not the right choice for every job—especially if you need a very specific fixing system—but for typical timber-to-timber or timber-to-frame use, it makes sense on paper.
The essentials
This is a TimCo advanced coach screw with a hex flange head for grip and a slash point that’s intended to make driving easier while helping reduce splitting. The shank is described as partially threaded, which is aimed at giving strong holding power once the screw is in.
You also get the convenience angle: it’s described as compatible with power tools. That matters if you’re doing more than a single quick fix and want the job to move at a sensible pace.
Where it shines in real projects
The base description calls out a broad set of timber/outdoor style uses, and that’s consistent with the “coach screw” role: securing wooden frames and structure components, plus applications where weather exposure is a factor.
Common examples from the kinds of jobs mentioned include: - framing work and timber frameworks - landscaping and fencing, including garden fencing and posts - decking/terraces, pergolas, and gazebos - stairs, roofs and trellis-style structures - sleepers and similar timber groundwork
On a practical level, you can think of it like this: you align the frame member, pilot the position as needed, and drive the screw with a power driver. The slash point is meant to bite and start more readily, which can mean fewer “hesitations” at the beginning and less risk of cracking compared with blunt-ended screws.
What you’ll notice day to day
The three details that stand out in the description are: the aggressive slash point, the hex flange head (external) with a flange, and the partially threaded shank.
That combination generally targets two things builders care about: control while driving and stability after tightening. The flange head spreads the load compared with a plain countersunk style, and the partially threaded section helps grip where it counts rather than turning the whole length into a friction surface.
That said, you should still be sensible about install conditions—if your timber is particularly prone to splitting or you’re near edges, you may still want to pre-drill or adjust your screw pattern. The screw can help, but it can’t override bad positioning.
Tech specs
- Name: TIMCO Advanced Coach Screw
- Type: Hex Flange Head Coach Screw
- Format: Slash Point
- Size: 8.0 x 70
- Colour: Yellow
What’s worth checking before you buy
Because the listing information you’ve provided is focused on use-cases and design intent rather than installation guidance, it’s worth double-checking the basics yourself: - Will 8.0 x 70 suit your material thickness and the strength you’re after? - Are you installing in a context like frames, fences, decking, pergolas or similar—i.e., where a coach screw makes sense? - Are you planning to use a power driver? The description says it’s compatible, but your bit and driver setup still need to match how you intend to drive.
It’s also worth noting the description positions this as a modern replacement for traditional DIN 571 screws. If you’re working to a specific spec or existing hardware requirements, make sure the swap fits your build requirements.
Should you buy it?
Buy it if you’re working on timber projects like fencing, decking/terraces, pergolas/gazebos, frames, stair or roof-related timber tasks, or similar uses where coach screws are a common choice—and you want a screw designed with an easier-driving slash point and reduced splitting in mind.
You may want to skip it if your project calls for a different fixing style (for example, if you specifically need a fully threaded screw, a particular head type, or a system tuned for a non-timber application). It can also be a bit of overkill if you only need a one-off tidy repair where a simpler fix would do.
Mini FAQ
How does the slash point help?
The description says it has an aggressive cutting slash point intended to make driving easier and reduce splitting.
Is it suitable for outdoor timber projects?
The base description explicitly includes landscaping, terraces, fences, and structures like gazebos and pergolas, which are typical outdoor timber uses.
Can I drive it with a power tool?
It’s described as compatible with power tools, so it’s intended for practical driving rather than only manual use.
Is it a direct replacement for DIN 571 coach screws?
The listing states it benefits as a modern replacement for DIN 571 traditional coach screws, so it’s aimed at that kind of substitution.