KYA 30d Galvanized Steel Common Nails are heavy-duty loose nails designed for timber framing, wood construction, beams, posts, crates, packaging, and other applications requiring a long, rigid common nail. The KYA 30d specification has a 4-1/2 inch length, 0.207 inch smooth shank diameter, and 0.438 inch head diameter.
These steel common nails feature a broad round head, smooth shank, and diamond-shaped point. The large shank diameter provides greater rigidity than smaller common nails, while the wide head provides a large bearing surface against timber and wood components.
Galvanized versions provide zinc-based surface protection compared with uncoated bright steel. For outdoor construction, treated lumber, coastal environments, or projects requiring a specified corrosion-resistance standard, buyers should confirm the exact galvanizing process and coating specification before ordering.
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Common Nail / Loose Steel Nail |
| Model | 30D |
| KYA Item | KYAS-13 / KYA-30d |
| Penny Size | 30d |
| Nail Length | 4-1/2 Inches |
| Shank Diameter | 0.207 Inch |
| Head Diameter | 0.438 Inch |
| Shank Type | Smooth Shank |
| Point Type | Diamond Point |
| Material | Steel |
| Surface Finish | Galvanized |
| Applicable Fastener Standard | ASTM F1667; confirm required certification with KYA before ordering |
| Hot-Dip Galvanized Orders | Confirm ASTM A153/A153M coating requirements and certification when specified |
In addition to the 30d galvanized steel nail featured on this page, KYA supplies common nails in multiple materials, penny sizes, lengths, shank diameters, and head diameters. The following table preserves the available reference dimensions for the wider KYA common nail range.
| Material | Item No. | Size (d) | Length (inch) | Diameter (inch) | Head Dia. (inch) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | KYAAL-01 | 4 | 1-1/2 | 0.099 | 0.250 |
| KYAAL-02 | 6 | 2 | 0.120 | 0.266 | |
| KYAAL-03 | 8 | 2-1/2 | 0.148 | 0.281 | |
| KYAAL-04 | 10 | 3 | 0.162 | 0.312 | |
| KYAAL-05 | 16 | 3-1/2 | 0.177 | 0.344 | |
| KYAAL-06 | 20 | 4 | 0.199 | 0.406 | |
| Copper | KYAC-01 | - | 5/16 | 0.047 | 0.125 |
| KYAC-02 | - | 3/8 | 0.047 | 0.125 | |
| KYAC-03 | - | 3/4 | 0.065 | 0.156 | |
| KYAC-04 | - | 7/8 | 0.072 | 0.172 | |
| KYAC-05 | 2 | 1 | 0.072 | 0.172 | |
| KYAC-06 | 3 | 1-1/4 | 0.083 | 0.203 | |
| KYAC-07 | 4 | 1-1/2 | 0.109 | 0.250 | |
| KYAC-08 | 5 | 1-3/4 | 0.109 | 0.250 | |
| KYAC-09 | 5 | 1-3/4 | 0.120 | 0.266 | |
| Steel | KYAS-01 | 2 | 1 | 0.072 | 0.172 |
| KYAS-02 | 3 | 1-1/4 | 0.080 | 0.203 | |
| KYAS-03 | 4 | 1-1/2 | 0.099 | 0.250 | |
| KYAS-04 | 5 | 1-3/4 | 0.099 | 0.250 | |
| KYAS-05 | 6 | 2 | 0.113 | 0.266 | |
| KYAS-06 | 7 | 2-1/4 | 0.113 | 0.266 | |
| KYAS-07 | 8 | 2-1/2 | 0.131 | 0.281 | |
| KYAS-08 | 9 | 2-3/4 | 0.131 | 0.281 | |
| KYAS-09 | 10 | 3 | 0.148 | 0.312 | |
| KYAS-10 | 12 | 3-1/4 | 0.148 | 0.312 | |
| KYAS-11 | 16 | 3-1/2 | 0.162 | 0.344 | |
| KYAS-12 | 20 | 4 | 0.192 | 0.406 | |
| KYAS-13 | 30 | 4-1/2 | 0.207 | 0.438 | |
| KYAS-14 | 40 | 5 | 0.226 | 0.469 | |
| KYAS-15 | 50 | 5-1/2 | 0.244 | 0.500 | |
| KYAS-16 | 60 | 6 | 0.262 | 0.531 |
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4-1/2 Inch Heavy-Duty Length: Designed for timber, thick wood assemblies, beams, posts, crates, and other applications requiring deeper penetration.
0.207 Inch Smooth Shank: Provides a rigid steel body for driving into suitable wood substrates while maintaining the classic common nail profile.
0.438 Inch Wide Head: Provides a broad bearing surface to hold timber and wood components securely.
Diamond Point: Designed for efficient penetration into wood during manual or compatible mechanical driving.
Galvanized Steel: Zinc-coated steel provides additional corrosion protection compared with uncoated bright steel.
Bulk Supply: Suitable for construction suppliers, hardware distributors, timber companies, packaging manufacturers, and other professional buyers.
30d common nails are large steel nails intended for applications where substantially more length and shank rigidity are required than typical 8d, 10d, or 16d construction nails. The KYA 30d nail is 4-1/2 inches long, making it suitable for thick timber components and selected heavy wood construction.
| Application | Typical Use |
|---|---|
| Timber Framing | Fastening thick wood and timber components where a 4-1/2 inch common nail is specified. |
| Heavy Wood Construction | Selected beams, blocking, posts, and heavy wood assemblies. |
| Crates & Packaging | Construction of heavy timber crates, cases, and industrial wood packaging. |
| General Construction | Heavy-duty wood fastening where the project specification permits common nails. |
| Repair & Maintenance | Maintenance and repair of suitable timber and wooden structures. |
The 30d nail featured on this page uses a smooth shank. Smooth shank common nails are a traditional choice for general timber and construction fastening because they are straightforward to drive and provide strong shear resistance through their relatively large steel shank.
| Shank Type | General Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Smooth Shank | Traditional common nail design; easy driving and suitable for many general wood construction applications. |
| Ring Shank | Annular rings can increase withdrawal resistance in suitable wood substrates. |
| Screw Shank | Twisted profile can increase withdrawal resistance in selected wood applications. |
The correct nail finish depends on environmental exposure, timber treatment, project requirements, and expected service life. Buyers should distinguish between generic galvanized, electrogalvanized, and hot-dip galvanized finishes rather than treating them as equivalent.
| Finish | Selection Consideration |
|---|---|
| Bright Steel | Uncoated steel for dry interior applications where corrosion protection is not required. |
| Electrogalvanized | Relatively thin zinc coating for applications requiring limited corrosion protection. |
| Hot-Dip Galvanized | Thicker zinc coating for more demanding corrosion exposure. Confirm coating specification and applicable ASTM A153/A153M requirements where required. |
| Vinyl Coated | Alternative coating option available for specified fastening applications. |
ASTM F1667 covers dimensional and other requirements for driven fasteners including nails, spikes, and staples. Buyers requiring ASTM F1667 compliance should specify the required nail dimensions and request the relevant product documentation before ordering.
ASTM A153/A153M applies specifically to zinc coatings applied by the hot-dip galvanizing process to iron and steel hardware. If your project requires ASTM A153/A153M, confirm that the ordered nail finish is hot-dip galvanized and request the applicable coating certification.
Nail selection should consider more than penny size. Buyers should evaluate nail length, shank diameter, head diameter, wood species, material thickness, required penetration, withdrawal resistance, shear requirements, corrosion exposure, and applicable construction specifications.
| Size | KYA Length | Typical Selection Context |
|---|---|---|
| 16d | 3-1/2" | General framing and construction applications requiring a shorter nail. |
| 20d | 4" | Heavier wood construction requiring greater penetration. |
| 30d | 4-1/2" | Heavy timber, thick wood assemblies, posts, beams, crates, and related applications. |
| 40d | 5" | Applications requiring still greater penetration through thick timber components. |
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KYA Fasteners supplies common nails for hardware distributors, construction material suppliers, timber companies, industrial packaging manufacturers, woodworking businesses, importers, and professional fastener buyers.
The broader common nail range includes steel, aluminum, and copper options with multiple penny sizes and surface finishes. For galvanized steel 30d nails, buyers should specify the required coating type, packaging, quantity, destination market, and any ASTM or project-specific requirements.
If your project requires hot-dip galvanized nails, treated-lumber compatibility, specific zinc coating thickness, inspection documents, or customized bulk packaging, include these requirements with your inquiry so the exact product specification can be confirmed before production.
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KYA's 30d steel common nail is 4-1/2 inches long with a 0.207-inch shank diameter and a 0.438-inch head diameter.
The letter “d” is the traditional penny designation used to identify nail sizes. For this KYA product, 30d identifies the 4-1/2-inch common nail specification shown on this page.
They are suitable for heavy timber construction, thick wood assemblies, beams, posts, crates, industrial packaging, and other wood fastening applications where a 4-1/2-inch common nail is appropriate.
Yes. In the KYA range, a 16d common nail is 3-1/2 inches long with a 0.162-inch shank, while the 30d nail is 4-1/2 inches long with a 0.207-inch shank.
Not necessarily. Dimensions can vary between manufacturers and specifications. KYA's 30d product has a 0.207-inch shank diameter, so buyers replacing another supplier's nail should compare the complete dimensions rather than relying only on the 30d designation.
Yes. The 30d common nail featured on this page uses a smooth shank and diamond-shaped point.
A diamond-shaped point is a conventional nail point designed to penetrate wood efficiently. Splitting performance depends on the wood species, moisture, edge distance, nail diameter, and installation method.
Suitability depends on the galvanizing process, coating thickness, exposure environment, timber treatment, and project requirements. For demanding exterior applications, specify the required corrosion protection rather than relying only on the word “galvanized.”
The required fastener coating depends on the wood treatment chemistry, exposure conditions, building code, and project specification. For treated lumber, confirm the required hot-dip galvanized or stainless steel fastener specification before ordering.
“Galvanized” is a general term for zinc-coated steel, while hot-dip galvanizing specifically involves dipping the steel hardware into molten zinc. Hot-dip galvanized coatings are generally thicker than electrogalvanized coatings.
ASTM F1667 is the applicable driven-fastener standard referenced for KYA common nails. Buyers requiring certified compliance should request confirmation and applicable documentation for the exact ordered specification.
ASTM A153/A153M specifically covers zinc coatings applied by the hot-dip process to iron and steel hardware. If ASTM A153/A153M is required, confirm that the ordered nail is supplied with the appropriate hot-dip galvanized coating and certification.
Yes. The KYA steel common nail range shown on this page covers multiple sizes from 2d through 60d, with additional aluminum and copper nail options.
KYA's common nail range includes multiple surface options such as bright, galvanized, polished, and vinyl-coated finishes. Confirm availability for the required nail size and application before ordering.
Yes. Hardware distributors, construction suppliers, timber businesses, importers, packaging manufacturers, and other professional buyers can contact KYA Fasteners for bulk pricing, packaging options, coating requirements, and custom common nail specifications.
Looking for 30d galvanized steel common nails? Send KYA Fasteners your required quantity, destination country, galvanizing or coating requirement, packaging specification, and any ASTM or project-specific requirements. We can confirm the appropriate 4-1/2-inch common nail specification before quotation.
