Skruvare

Skruvare is a Swedish term that translates to "screws" in English. It refers to threaded fasteners, typically made of metal, that are used to join materials together. The defining characteristic of a skruv (screw) is its helical ridge, known as a thread, which engages with a corresponding thread in a pre-drilled hole or a tapped material. Skruvare come in a vast array of shapes, sizes, and materials, each designed for specific applications.

Common types of skruvare include wood screws, which are designed to penetrate and hold in wood; machine screws, which are used with nuts or tapped holes in metal; and self-tapping screws, which create their own threads as they are driven into materials like plastic or thin metal. The head of a skruv can also vary, featuring slots for flathead screwdrivers, cross-shaped Phillips heads, or hexagonal sockets for Allen wrenches. The selection of the appropriate skruv depends on the materials being joined, the required holding strength, and the tools available for installation.