Collated Cortex for Decking

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Collated Cortex Hidden Fastening for Decking

The FastenMaster Cortex Hidden Fastening System just got 50% faster with our new Collated Deck Plugs.

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The Cortex Hidden Fastening System is the fastest, easiest way to hide fasteners in composite, capstock, and PVC decking boards – now its 50% faster.

Latest Enhancements

Collated Cortex Plugs: FastenMaster Cortex plugs are now available on a collated strip. This minimizes handling and saves valuable time on the jobsites.
TORX® ttap® Drive System: This system is almost impossible to strip-out. In addition, the stability button keeps the fastener straight through installation.
Stronger Setting Tool: Optimized for extreme pro contractor use. Stronger bit material and industrial grade felt will enable you to install 350 fasteners on one Cortex Setting Tool.

Collated Cortex for decking is available from FastenMaster for the follow decking brands in these pack sizes:

AZEK ® (100 and 300 SF)
WOLF (100 and 300 SF)
TREX (100 and 300 LF)

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Installation Information

Predrilling is required when:

Installing into capstock decking (Where a composite core is wrapped by a vinyl or plastic shell)
Installing in extreme temperatures (Where temperature is below 40° F or above 80° F)
Installing into older framing or joists

In these cases, use a 3/16" drill bit to pilot a hole through the deck board (not the framing). Install a few Cortex screws and plugs to check for appearance before continuing. If you experience any issues, stop installation and call FastenMaster at the number below.

Note: Please see decking manufacturer’s Installation Guides for fastener placement requirements.

Popular capstock brands include: Fiberon® Horizon® and ProTect Advantage™, TimberTech® Earthwood Evolutions® and Legacy® Trex® Enhance®, Transcend® and Select®, Wolf Captiva and Island Collection®

Additional installation tips:

Use an 18V cordless drill on highest speed setting. (An impact driver is not recommended)
Drive fastener in one continuous motion until the driver bit releases from the head of the fastener. Do not slow or stop the drill.

Have a question?

Contact a technical expert at FastenMaster by calling 800·518·3569 or visit www.FastenMaster.com.

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