Transcription of Fastener Basics - Bolt Depot
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Fastener Basics Common Fastener Types Fastener Materials Hex bolts, or hex cap screws, are used in Note: Do not rely on this guide for color-matching. The machinery and construction. Can be used with a appearance of these materials sometimes di ers signi - nut, or in a tapped hole. Fully threaded hex bolts cantly from the photos below. are also known as tap bolts. Zinc-plated steel is a low carbon steel for Wood screws have large threads and a smooth general use. Relatively shank f or pulling two pieces of material together. inexpensive, with the They can be used in wood and other soft materi- zinc plating providing als. moderate corrosion Sheet metal screws have sharp points and resistance suitable for threads, and are designed to be driven directly indoors or otherwise into sheet metal.
fasteners are measured overall and non-counter-sunk fasteners are measured from under the head. Length Length For most types of fasteners, the diameter is measured on the outside of the threads. Note: US diameters under 1/4” are given as numbers (e.g. #12) instead of inches, in order of increasing size. If you need
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