Tuesday, 28 October 2014

Self-Drilling Sheet Metal Screws

Self-Drilling Sheet Metal Screws



Sheet metal screws, Self drilling

Pan heads are slightly rounded with short vertical sides. Phillips drives are X shaped for a phillips screw driver.
A stainless alloy that is harder than 18-8 stainless steel, but not as resistant to corrosion.
A low carbon steel for general use. Zinc plated for moderate corrosion resistance



Socket Products




Socket cap

Socket caps have a small cylindrical head with tall vertical sides. Allen drives are six sided recesses for use with an allen wrench.

Stainless steel 18-8

The most common stainless steel for general hardware use.

Zinc plated alloy steel

A very high strength heat treated alloy steel. Zinc plated for moderate corrosion resistance.

Alloy steel black oil finish

A very high strength heat treated alloy steel. Black oil (plain) finish.


Socket head screw (smooth)

Socket caps have a small cylindrical head with tall vertical sides. Allen drives are six sided recesses for use with an allen wrench.

Chrome plated grade 8 steel

A tempered medium carbon steel. Grade 8 is stronger than grade 5, and is commonly found in high strength automotive applications. Chrome plated and polished for a mirror like finish.


Socket flat head screw


Flat heads are countersunk (cone shaped under the head) with a flat top. Allen drives are six sided recesses for use with an allen wrench.

Stainless steel 18-8

The most common stainless steel for general hardware use.

Alloy steel black oil finish

A very high strength heat treated alloy steel. Black oil (plain) finish.

Chrome plated grade 8 steel

A tempered medium carbon steel. Grade 8 is stronger than grade 5, and is commonly found in high strength automotive applications. Chrome plated and polished for a mirror like finish.

Zinc plated alloy steel

Zinc plated for moderate corrosion resistance.



Socket button head screw

Button heads are rounded and low profile. Allen drives are six sided recesses for use with an allen wrench.

Stainless steel 18-8

The most common stainless steel for general hardware use.

Alloy steel black oil finish

A very high strength heat treated alloy steel. Black oil (plain) finish.

Chrome plated grade 8 steel

A tempered medium carbon steel. Grade 8 is stronger than grade 5, and is commonly found in high strength automotive applications. Chrome plated and polished for a mirror like finish.

Zinc plated alloy steel

Zinc plated for moderate corrosion resistance.

Copper Pipe Fittings & Safety Respirators

Copper Pipe Fittings


Copper fittings are used in hot and cold water lines in plumbing systems when making connections to copper pipe. There are two basic types of copper pipe or tubing: rigid and flexible. Copper fittings can be used with both types of copper pipe. Rigid pipe is generally installed in new homes and provides a neater installation. Flexible copper pipe is best for repair work since it can be run around obstacles without connections or cuts.



Safety Respirators


Respirators protect the user in two basic ways. The first is by the removal of contaminants from the air. Respirators of this type include particulate respirators, which filter out airborne particles; and "gas masks” which filter out chemicals and gases. Other respirators protect by supplying clean respirable air from another source. Respirators that fall into this category include airline respirators, which use compressed air from a remote source; and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), which include their own air supply.

Metric Fasteners & Crome Acorn Cap Nuts

Metric Fasteners


widespread Industrial Supplies- Fastener supplies all sorts of metric fasteners including metric nuts, metric lock nuts, metric bolts, metric cap screws, metric screws, metric machine screws, metric studs, metric washers, stainless steel metric fasteners, and more. Use the contact page quote tool to submit your inquiry. We will happy to talk to you about your fastener requirements please call 800-323-6142!



Crome Acorn Cap Nuts


Metric acorn nuts, Chrome plated class 5.8 steel - Nut size (A.K.A. diameter) is the size bolt that the nut is used with. The same is true of the thread pitch. Thus a 6mm x 1.0 nut fits a 6mm x 1.0 bolt.

Chrome Nuts and Bolts - Chrome fasteners, like our polished chrome nuts and bolts, are the perfect way to add that special something to your car, motorcycle, or boat. Add a professional finish to your project with chrome fasteners from Bolt Depot.

Zinc Plated Steel Machine Screws & Zinc Plated Lag Bolts

Zinc Plated Lag Bolts



Common finishes for steel are zinc plating and hot dip galvanizing. Zinc, the most popular and least expensive commercial plating, offers moderate corrosion resistance. Hot dip galvanized is a thick coating of zinc that protects against corrosion in harsh environments. Stainless steel, though, is a better choice when corrosion is of concern. Hot dip galvanized and stainless steel are usually recommended if the bolts (less than 1/2" in diameter) will be used with pressure preservative treated wood such as "ACQ" (Alkaline Copper Quaternary)—check local building codes and contact your lumber supplier for recommendations.



Zinc Plated Steel Machine Screws




Heavy hex nuts, Zinc plated steel - Nut size (A.K.A. diameter) is the size bolt that the nut is used with. The same is true of the thread count. Thus a 1/4"-20 nut fits a 1/4"-20 bolt. Bright zinc plated and clear passivated RS, Professionally Approved Products, gives you professional quality parts across all product categories. Our range has been testified by engineers as giving comparable quality to that of the leading brands without paying a premium price.

Metric Grease Fitting & Slotted Flat Head Stove Bolt Dimensions.



Slotted Flat Head Stove Bolt Dimensions.
Nominal size in fractional and decimal inches, and head
diameter and height, in inches. (Note: Average size is
calculated and rounded to nearest 64th; reference
dimension is rounded to nearest 64th.

Slotted Round Head Stove Bolt Dimensions.
Nominal size in fractional and decimal inches, and head
diameter and height, in inches. (Note: Average size is
calculated and rounded to nearest 64th.)



Metric Grease Fitting




Metric Grease Fittings are available in both regular and stainless steel.  Metric Grease Fittings are also referred to as Metric Zerk Fittings, Metric Lubrication Fittings, Metric Hydraulic Fittings, and Metric Zerks.   Images and drawings of SAE Products metric grease fittings are available by clicking the SAE numbers below.

Have the right sized zerk grease fitting on-hand for tractors, lawnmowers, automatic pool covers and other machinery with this quality set. Each of these zerk grease nipples is constructed out of tough zinc-plated steel. Includes a divided storage case and identification chart.
Zinc plated steel construction
Divided plastic storage case for organization
Identification chart for easy selection

Blades Cutting Tools & Deck Drywall Screws

Blades Cutting Tools



A blade is that portion of a tool, weapon, or machine with an edge that is designed to cut and/or puncture, stab, slash, chop, slice, thrust, or scrape surfaces or materials. A blade may be made from a flaking stone, such as flint, metal (usually steel), ceramic, or other material.


Deck Drywall Screws



From time to time, people criticize me for using drywall screws in so many of my projects. But I really like drywall screws, and not just because they are cheap. They have a fairly flat head, which I think is less prone to getting pulled through the wood than the wedge-shaped heads of other screws. And they are fairly thin, so they are less likely to split the wood.

Drywall screws were originally invented to hang drywall but are now used by many people as an all-purpose fastener. They can sometimes be used in place of wood screws but they do have their limitations. Vice versa for wood screws. Here is how the ubiquitous drywall screw compares to the wood screw.

Hammer Drive Anchors & Galvanized Carriage Bolts


Hammer Drive Anchors


Use a hammer anchor from Grainger for light-duty or heavy-duty applications. Set hammer anchors with a hammer, inserting or expanding them into predrilled holes in concrete, brick or cement block. You'll also find crimp anchor and anchor rivet styles here. Shop this huge selection by material type, anchor diameter, anchor length, shank length, brand, price or any combination of these specifications. Find the hammer anchor types that fit your applications in the quantities you need at Grainger.

The Hammer-Set one-piece zinc plated steel anchor consists of an expansion body and expander drive pin. Anchors meet or exceed GSA specification A-A-1925A Type 1. (Formerly GSA: FF-S-325 Group V, ?Type 2, Class 3.)

Fast, easy installation.
Works in concrete, block and brick.
Install through material to be fastened.
Low profile mushroom head style.
For use in electric boxes, conduit clips, drywall track and roof flashing.
Not for use in overhead applications.

Sometimes referred to as Zamac Nail in Anchors , they are made from corrosion resistant ZAMAC alloy and can be used in concrete, block, brick or stone. They are quickly and easily hammered into pre-drilled holes.The nail acts as an expansion and locking pin,and they're virtually tamper-proof. The integral unit is made of zinc alloy with hardened steel nail, which is zinc plated per ASTM B633, SC1, Type III. Hammer Drive Anchors ar also available with Stainless Nails.



Galvanized Carriage Bolts



Carriage bolts, Hot dipped galvanized steel

Carriage bolt diameter is measured on the outside of the threads.

Saturday, 13 September 2014

Single Expansion Shields anchors, Double Expansion Shields anchors



The term expansion shield is used to describe a masonry anchor that requires the use of a bolt, lag screw or setting tool to expand the anchor once it is placed in a hole in the base material.   Other than epoxy type and concrete screws, all other concrete fasteners use expansion as a means by which their holding values are derived.  Different types of expansion shields have been developed over the years and all continue to have features and benefits that meet today’s application requirements.
Here is a listing of the different expansion shields’ features and benefits with links to both the technical information and product information.
Can be used for fastening into rock, concrete, brick, etc. If bolt is removed and replaced, holding power is unaffected. One-piece design, made of zinc alloy, is entirely rust-proof.
Can be used for fastening into rock, concrete, brick, etc. Eliminates high stress points detrimental in fastening into materials of medium hardness, expands fully and has high gripping power. Ideal for shear loads or where bolt is subject to side pressure or vibration. Does not fracture, and permits fastenings at any length.
Single Expansion Shields anchors, Double Expansion Shields anchors

Stainless Steel Carriage Bolts, Carriage Bolts, Bolts

Carriage bolts are pushed into a hole the same size as the shank and then hammered in the rest of the way, where the square shoulder locks it firmly in place. Used whenever a smooth finish surface is needed so that nothing becomes snagged on the fastener. Stainless Steel material. Grade 18-8 has the same design advantages as a low carbon bolt, however can be used in environments that require greater atmospheric corrosion resistance. Stainless Steel Carriage Bolts, Carriage Bolts, Bolts



Blades Cutting Tools, Cutting Tools

A blade is that portion of a tool, weapon, or machine with an edge that is designed to cut and/or puncture, stab, slash, chop, slice, thrust, or scrape surfaces or materials. A blade may be made from a flaking stone, such as flint, metal (usually steel), ceramic, or other material.

A fresh utility blade from Widespreadind.com helps keep your utility knife operating at peak performance and can be great for factory and warehouse work. Utility blades can cut drywall, fiberglass insulation, linoleum floor and roofing material with ease. The utility knife blade and heavy-duty blade models are easy to replace, so you can always have a sharp edge to help open boxes and packages fast. Rely on Grainger for heavy-duty blades, utility blades and other cutting tools.
Blades Cutting Tools, Cutting Tools

Phillips Bugle Head Drywall Screws, Phillips Modified Truss Round Washer Head Drywall Screws

We stock Drywall Screws including Phillips Bugle Head Drywall Screws, Phillips Modified Truss Round Washer Head Drywall Screws, and Trim Head Drywall Screws.  We stock Drywall Screws in Coarse Thread and Fine Thread, with a black finish and dacrotized or dacro finish, and with self drilling, sharp, and self piercing point. Phillips Bugle Head Drywall Screws, Phillips Modified Truss Round Washer Head Drywall Screws

Electrical Connectors Supplies, Connectors Supplies

Every job has electrical and wire needs. Electricians and contractors need to use wire connectors constantly, whether it's just a matter of rigging a temporary power supply for a piece of equipment or rewiring a building. Some jobs require specific connectors or color-coded pin terminals. No matter what the electrical project is or what type of connector is needed, Grainger has the supplies it takes to get the job done. Electrical Connectors Supplies, Connectors Supplies

Serrated Flange Bolts

Serrated hex flange bolts have a ridge or skirt (flange) around the bolt head that distributes the clamping load when the bolt is tightened. The flange works like a washer. Flange bolts are sometimes called frame bolts.
Armed with teeth-like serrations, serrated flange bolts are one-piece bolts bite into surfaces to resist vibration. This bolt is identifiable by the ridge or surrounding the bolt head, this built-in washer under the head of the Bolt acts to distribute the clamping load over a greater area. A flange bolt is designed to provide the same holding power as a washer.

This bolt is identifiable by the ridge of the bolt head. The built-in washer under the head of the bolt acts to distribute the clamping load over a greater area. A flange bolt is designed to provide the same holding power as a washer. It is available in Hex Head and Hex Head Serrated styles. Serrated Flange Bolts

Grade 5 UNC screws, Grade 5 UNF screws



The Unified Thread Standard (UTS) defines a standard thread form and series—along with allowances, tolerances, and designations—for screw threads commonly used in the United States and Canada. It has the same 60° profile as the ISO metric screw thread, but the characteristic dimensions of each UTS thread (outer diameter and pitch) were chosen as an inch fraction rather than a millimeter value. The UTS is currently controlled by ASME/ANSI in the United States.

Grade 5 UNC screws, Grade 5 UNF screws

Stainless Steel Lag Bolts, Steel Lag Bolts, Lag Bolts



Lag bolts are large wood screws with hexagonal heads often called a lag screw. Lag Screws, sometimes called lag bolts, have a hex head, gimlet or cone point and a thin, sharp, coarse pitched thread. They are designed for insertion into wood and produce their own mating thread. Threading is usually 60% to 67% of the length. Available in both 18-8 and type 316 stainless steel. Stainless Steel Lag Bolts, Steel Lag Bolts, Lag Bolts

Oval Head Machine Screws, Machine Screws



Oval head machine screw length is measured from the outside edge the head to the end of the screw. Machine screws are fasteners used to secure metal parts together. Often used with nuts, they are available in short shaft lengths, and commonly have blunt ends that can be driven into tapped or predrilled holes. Machine screws can have various head styles, such as round, pin, fillister, or flat. Common drive styles are external head, Phillips, slotted, star, and combination Phillips-slotted. They can have right or left-hand threads. They come in steel, stainless steel, nylon, brass, and other materials. Machine screws can meet standards such as American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B18.6.3or Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) 7985. Oval Head Machine Screws, Machine Screws