Can Collated Drywall Screw Strips be Reused?

Can Collated Drywall Screw Strips be Reused? Manufacturer’s Testing Result

We are a professional manufacturer of collated screw assembly machines. Oe common question we hear is:

❓ Q: Can the plastic collated drywall screw strips be reused after use?

✅ A: Based on our internal testing, the answer is no.

Collated screw strips are made of polyethylene (PE) material and are designed for single-use only. After being used in a screw gun, the strip typically becomes deformed, stretched, or broken. Attempting to reuse them may cause:

• Jamming inside the screw gun
• Screws misfiring or not feeding properly
• Reduced work efficiency
• Potential damage to the tool

For optimal performance and tool safety, we strongly recommend using new, high-quality strips for each operation.

Visual Reference: Strip Condition Before and After Use

To help you better understand, here are three reference photos from our internal testing:

• New Collated Drywall Screws
  
• Strip Loaded into the Screw Gun
  
• Platic Strips After Use
  

These images clearly show that after use, the strip loses its shape and cannot be reloaded properly.