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Technical Guides for fastener hardware

Guides we use everyday.

WHAT DOES A BOLT SAY
Learn more about head markings and performance values. What is the difference between tension force and shear strength?
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HOW TOUGH ARE THEY
View technical details like Rockwell C, Proof Loads and Yield Strengths for common bolts.
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DRILL BIT SIZING CHART
Select the right drill bit size for your project.
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FRACTIONS TO DECIMALS
View three values side-by side: Fractions, Decimals. Millimeters.
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WHAT SIZE TOOL?
Determine Wrench size or for Hex Head Bolts and Hex Key size for Socket Heads.
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THREADLOCKER COMPOUNDS
Available in strong, stronger, strongest. Sizes are small, medium, and large.
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SIZING UP WASHERS
View sizes for USS and SAE washers.
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EYEBOLT GUIDE
General guide showing Work Load Limits in Pounds.
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INCH/METRIC BOLT PROPERTIES
Compare inch and metric performance values. This handy chart shows thread pitches, too.
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EVERYTHING ABOUT SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREWS
View the different head types and tip choices. It includes performance values for each diameter.
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NAME THAT FINISH
Satisfy your curiousity about all the different finishes found on fasteners.
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NAME THAT SCREW
Identify all the different screws used for thinner metals.
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