Shoulder Screws: What They Are, How They Work, and Common Applications
Shoulder Screws: How They Work, Tolerances, Applications Most fasteners exist to clamp two parts together. A shoulder screw…
U-Bolt Size Chart
This chart provides common U-bolt dimensions by nominal pipe size and uses lettered measurements that correspond to the…
Quick Guide to U-Bolts
U-bolts are simple fasteners, but selecting the right one depends on shape, size, material, thread length, and the…
Button Head Socket Cap Size Chart
Find common button head screw sizes for you next job or build with our chart covering screw diameter,…
Button Head Screw vs. Pan Head Screw
Ever wonder what the difference is between a button head and a pan head screw? Well, you’re not…
Don’t Lose Your Head: Understanding Fastener Screw Head Types
Learn about the different fastener screw head types and what they're used for.
Which Polymer Is Right for You?
Understanding which material for screws is important for design success. In this post, we worked with Extreme Bolt…
Spring Washer vs. Flat Washer: How to Choose Correctly
You probably know what a flat washer looks like and where it is used, but you may not…
Benefits of Threaded Inserts
What are Threaded Inserts? Threaded Inserts are shorthand terminology for threaded screw inserts. To the casual observer of…
Benefits of Pan Head Screws
What are Pan Head Screws? You have probably regularly encountered pan head screws, but you may not know…
