Product Description
The Power Pro 48889 #9 x 1‑1/4" Gray Ceramic Wafer‑Head Cement Board Screws are engineered to deliver exceptional performance, fast installation, and long‑lasting durability for all cement board fastening applications. Purpose‑built for securing cement board to wood or light‑gauge metal studs, these screws feature a full suite of professional‑grade design elements that ensure fast driving, crack‑resistant seating, and superior corrosion protection.
A textured wafer‑style head enhances mortar adhesion and ensures a clean, flush finish—an essential requirement for tile backer board, shower walls, tub surrounds, countertops, and subfloor applications. The T20 star drive offers six points of contact for improved torque transfer and reduced cam‑out, while the included Pro‑Stik bit provides stable, one‑handed driving even in challenging installation environments.
The advanced high‑low dual‑lead thread design drives smoothly into dense cement board, while a Type‑17 self‑piercing point eliminates the need for pre‑drilling—quickly penetrating both wood and 26–20 gauge metal studs. A twist‑shank design clears debris as the screw advances, helping prevent board cracking and ensuring clean, reliable fastening.
Every screw is coated with a gray ceramic epoxy finish offering robust corrosion resistance for both interior and exterior use, including applications involving treated lumber. The 48889 screw pack arrives in a convenient, reusable, stackable container, perfect for professional installers who need efficient on‑the‑job mobility.
These high‑performance cement board screws are ideal for tile installers, remodelers, contractors, and DIYers who demand fast installation, reduced failures, and long‑term fastening security.
Key Features
- #9 x 1‑1/4" carbon‑steel construction with durable gray ceramic epoxy coating.
- Wafer‑head design improves mortar adhesion and provides clean, flush countersinking.
- T20 star drive reduces cam‑out and improves torque delivery; includes free Pro‑Stik bit.
- High‑low thread profile moves efficiently through dense cement board material.
- Type‑17 self‑piercing point penetrates wood and light‑gauge metal studs without pre‑drilling.
- Twist‑shank design clears debris and reduces cracking of cement board.
- Aggressive countersinking blades ensure proper head seating and a smooth finish.
- Corrosion‑resistant epoxy coating suitable for interior/exterior and treated lumber.
- Works with all cement board brands and conforms to ANSI A108.11 installation requirements.
- Reusable, stackable container for organized storage and easy jobsite carry‑along.
Specifications
- Model / Part Number: 48889
- Size: #9 x 1‑1/4"
- Material: Carbon steel
- Finish: Gray ceramic epoxy coating
- Drive Type: T20 Star
- Head Style: Wafer
- Thread Type: High‑low coarse thread
- Point Type: Type 17 self‑piercing
- Substrates: Cement board, wood, and 26–20 gauge metal studs
- Quantity: Typically 925‑count packages (varies by packaging type)
- Applications: Cement board installation, tile backer board, underlayment, showers, tub surrounds, countertops, flooring prep, and general masonry‑adjacent fastening.
Applications
These screws are ideal for:
- Cement board installation on wood or light‑gauge metal studs
- Tile backer board for showers, bathrooms, wet areas, and tub surrounds
- Flooring underlayment and subfloor structure preparation
- Countertop and backsplash preparation
- General construction and remodeling where fast, durable cement board fastening is required
Professionals choose the 48889 for its fast driving, high stability, and superior resistance to board cracking, ensuring clean, consistent, and long‑lasting installations.