Types of Threaded Fastener Threaded fasteners are used for a multitude of applications, which means although their function is a simple one – to hold components together – there is a wide variety of designs and sizes to choose from. The most common threaded fastener types are screws, nuts, bolts and washers, although there also [...]
ASTM A325 Specifications Prior to its withdrawl in 2016, the ASTM A325 specifications covered high strength heavy hex structural bolts from 1/2″ diameter through 1-1/2″ diameter. These bolts are intended for use in structural connections and therefore have shorter thread lengths than standard hex bolts. Refer to the Structural Bolts page of our site for [...]
Hex Nuts Products Medium-Strength Steel Hex Nuts—Grade 5 These nuts are suitable for fastening most machinery and equipment. Metric Medium-Strength Steel Hex Nuts—Class 8 Class 8 nuts are comparable in strength to Class 8.8 bolts and are suitable for fastening most machinery and equipment. Metric Fine-Thread Medium-Strength Steel Hex Nuts—Class 8 Left-Hand Threaded Medium-Strength Steel [...]