Bolts
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Bolts are the backbone of countless industries, from construction and manufacturing to automotive and beyond. They serve as the foundation of sturdy structures, the backbone of machinery, and the glue that holds together the fabric of modern civilization. At South Coast Fasteners, we understand the importance of selecting the right bolt for the job, whether it's securing heavy steel beams in a skyscraper or assembling intricate machinery in a factory.
With decades of experience in the fastener industry, our team at South Coast Fasteners is dedicated to delivering exceptional products and unparalleled service. We work closely with our customers to understand their unique requirements and provide tailored solutions to meet their needs. Whether you're a contractor, engineer, or a DIY enthusiast, you can trust South Coast Fasteners to provide the bolts you need to get the job done right the first time.
Explore our website to discover our extensive selection of bolts. Whether you need hex bolts, carriage bolts, or structural bolts, rely on us as your trusted partner to get the job done. Learn about our commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We hope you experience the difference South Coast Fasteners can make for your next project.
Hex Bolts: Hex bolts are the workhorses of the fastener world, known for their versatility and strength. Their hexagonal heads provide ample grip for wrenches or sockets, allowing for precise tightening. Commonly made of steel or stainless steel, they come in various sizes and grades, suitable for a wide range of applications, from construction to machinery assembly.
Carriage Bolts: With their distinctive rounded heads and square necks, carriage bolts are ideal for securing wood-to-metal or metal-to-metal connections. Their smooth heads prevent snagging on materials during installation, while the square neck beneath the head ensures they stay put while tightening the accompanying nut. Often used in construction and woodworking projects, they provide a secure and durable fastening solution.
Structural Bolts: Designed for heavy-duty applications in construction and engineering, structural bolts are engineered to provide maximum strength and reliability. Featuring a heavy hex head and often coated for corrosion resistance, they are used in conjunction with nuts and washers to create strong connections in structural steel frameworks. Their high-strength properties make them essential components in bridges, buildings, and other critical infrastructure projects.
Tap Bolts: Tap bolts, also known as fully threaded bolts, are versatile fasteners used in applications where nuts are not required. Their threads run the entire length of the bolt, allowing them to be screwed directly into a pre-threaded hole or nut. This design offers flexibility in assembly and disassembly, making them popular in machinery, automotive, and furniture industries.
Lag Screws: Lag screws, sometimes referred to as lag bolts, are heavy-duty fasteners designed for wood-to-wood or wood-to-metal connections. Featuring a pointed tip and coarse threads, they provide exceptional holding power in various materials, making them suitable for construction, decking, and furniture assembly. Their large heads allow for easy installation with a wrench or socket.
Flange Screws: Flange screws, distinguished by their washer-like flange beneath the head, offer enhanced stability and distribution of load forces. The flange provides a larger bearing surface, reducing the risk of over-tightening and damage to the material being fastened. Commonly used in automotive, machinery, and appliance assembly, they ensure secure and stable connections.
Plow Bolts: Plow bolts are specialized fasteners designed for use in plow blades, agricultural equipment, and similar applications. Featuring a flat, countersunk head and a square neck beneath, they resist rotation when tightened, ensuring a secure and stable connection. Their durability and resistance to shear forces make them indispensable in heavy-duty agricultural and construction machinery.
Step Bolts: Step bolts, characterized by their large, flat heads and cylindrical shank beneath, are commonly used in structural steel applications where secure footing is essential. The flat head provides ample bearing surface for load distribution, while the cylindrical portion offers stability and resistance to shear forces. Often installed in staircases, walkways, and other elevated platforms, they ensure safe and stable access.
Elevator Bolts: Elevator bolts are specialized fasteners designed for use in conveyor systems, elevator buckets, and similar applications requiring secure vertical fastening. Featuring a large, flat head and a shallow, conical bearing surface, they distribute load forces evenly, preventing damage to the material being fastened. Their durability and reliability make them essential components in material handling equipment.
Timber Bolts: Timber bolts are heavy-duty fasteners specifically designed for use in timber construction and landscaping projects. With their large, domed heads and square necks, they provide exceptional holding power in wood, ensuring secure and stable connections. Often used in bridges, retaining walls, and playground equipment, they withstand the rigors of outdoor environments.
Square Head Bolts: Square head bolts, characterized by their square-shaped heads, offer advantages in applications where wrench clearance is limited. The square head provides ample grip for wrenches or pliers, allowing for easy installation and tightening. Commonly used in woodworking, furniture assembly, and machinery, they provide secure and reliable fastening solutions.
Anchor Bolts: Anchor bolts are essential components in construction projects, securing structuralelements like columns, beams, and equipment to concrete foundations. Featuring threaded ends embedded in concrete, they provide a secure anchor point for heavy loads. Available in various configurations, including L-shaped and J-shaped, they accommodate different installation requirements and load capacities.
Eye Bolts: Eye bolts are versatile fasteners with looped heads, used for attaching cables, ropes, or other loads. Their threaded shanks provide a secure connection point, while the looped head allows for easy attachment of lifting or rigging hardware. Commonly used in industrial, marine, and recreational applications, they provide reliable anchoring and lifting solutions.
Toggle Bolts: Toggle bolts are innovative fasteners designed for use in hollow materials like drywall, where traditional anchors may not hold securely. Featuring spring-loaded wings or toggles that open behind the mounting material, they provide a secure anchoring point for light to medium loads. Their versatility and ease of installation make them popular in-home improvement, furniture, and DIY projects.
Hanger Bolts: Hanger bolts feature threads on one end and a wood screw thread on the other, making them ideal for attaching legs, hooks, or other hardware to wooden surfaces. Their dual-threaded design offers flexibility in assembly and disassembly, allowing for easy installation and removal. Commonly used in furniture, cabinetry, and construction projects, they provide a sturdy and reliable fastening solution.
Bolts exhibit remarkable versatility, finding application across diverse industries and projects. Within the construction sector, they secure structural components like beams, columns, and trusses, upholding the stability and integrity of buildings, bridges, and infrastructure. In manufacturing, bolts play a pivotal role in assembling machinery, ensuring the smooth operation of industrial equipment and production lines. Automotive assembly relies on bolts to secure vital components, contributing to the safety and reliability of vehicles. In aerospace, bolts meet stringent standards for strength and reliability, crucial for assembling aircraft structures. Marine applications demand bolts that withstand saltwater environments, securing vessels and offshore structures. Railroad construction depends on bolts to maintain track safety and stability, facilitating efficient train operations. In the oil and gas industry, bolts endure extreme conditions in drilling rigs, pipelines, and refineries, ensuring infrastructure integrity. Renewable energy projects utilize bolts to secure structural components, supporting the reliability of installations. Bolts also play a vital role in infrastructure projects, offering reliable connections that withstand environmental forces. Finally, in DIY and home improvement endeavors, bolts provide secure connections for furniture assembly, shelving installation, and other household tasks, offering strength and stability.
Grade 2: The most basic grade, suitable for general use in low-strength applications. These bolts are typically made of low or medium carbon steel and are not heat-treated.
Grade 5: Offering higher strength than Grade 2 bolts, Grade 5 bolts are commonly used in automotive and machinery applications. They are made of medium carbon steel and are quenched and tempered for added strength.
Grade 8: The highest grade of standard bolts, Grade 8 bolts offer exceptional strength and are commonly used in heavy machinery, automotive, and structural applications. They are made of medium carbon alloy steel and are heat-treated to achieve their high strength.
Stainless Steel: Stainless steel bolts are corrosion-resistant and suitable for applications where exposure to moisture or chemicals is a concern. Common grades include 18-8 (Type 304) and 316 stainless steel, which offer varying levels of corrosion resistance.
Alloy Steel: Alloy steel bolts are heat-treated for increased strength and durability. They are commonly used in high-stress applications where standard steel bolts may not suffice.
Zinc Plating: Zinc plating provides corrosion resistance to steel bolts by forming a protective layer of zinc on the surface. It is one of the most common plating options and is suitable for general-purpose applications.
Hot-Dip Galvanizing: Hot-dip galvanizing involves immersing the bolts in molten zinc to provide a thicker, more durable coating than traditional zinc plating. It offers superior corrosion resistance and is ideal for outdoor or harsh environments.
Cadmium Plating: Cadmium plating provides excellent corrosion resistance and lubricity, making it suitable for use in aerospace and military applications. However, cadmium is toxic and environmentally hazardous, so its use is restricted in many industries.
Nickel Plating: Nickel plating offers corrosion resistance and a decorative finish. It is commonly used in applications where appearance is important, such as automotive and architectural hardware.
Chrome Plating: Chrome plating provides corrosion resistance and a shiny, decorative finish. It is often used in automotive and motorcycle applications for its aesthetic appeal.
Black Oxide Coating: Black oxide coating provides corrosion resistance and a sleek, black finish. It is commonly used in automotive, firearms, and machinery applications for its durability and aesthetic appeal.
Contact South Coast Fasteners today for all your socket and screw needs.
Explore our website to discover our extensive selection of bolts. Whether you need hex bolts, carriage bolts, or structural bolts, rely on us as your trusted partner to get the job done. Learn about our commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We hope you experience the difference South Coast Fasteners can make for your next project.
Hex Bolts: Hex bolts are the workhorses of the fastener world, known for their versatility and strength. Their hexagonal heads provide ample grip for wrenches or sockets, allowing for precise tightening. Commonly made of steel or stainless steel, they come in various sizes and grades, suitable for a wide range of applications, from construction to machinery assembly.
Carriage Bolts: With their distinctive rounded heads and square necks, carriage bolts are ideal for securing wood-to-metal or metal-to-metal connections. Their smooth heads prevent snagging on materials during installation, while the square neck beneath the head ensures they stay put while tightening the accompanying nut. Often used in construction and woodworking projects, they provide a secure and durable fastening solution.
Structural Bolts: Designed for heavy-duty applications in construction and engineering, structural bolts are engineered to provide maximum strength and reliability. Featuring a heavy hex head and often coated for corrosion resistance, they are used in conjunction with nuts and washers to create strong connections in structural steel frameworks. Their high-strength properties make them essential components in bridges, buildings, and other critical infrastructure projects.
Tap Bolts: Tap bolts, also known as fully threaded bolts, are versatile fasteners used in applications where nuts are not required. Their threads run the entire length of the bolt, allowing them to be screwed directly into a pre-threaded hole or nut. This design offers flexibility in assembly and disassembly, making them popular in machinery, automotive, and furniture industries.
Lag Screws: Lag screws, sometimes referred to as lag bolts, are heavy-duty fasteners designed for wood-to-wood or wood-to-metal connections. Featuring a pointed tip and coarse threads, they provide exceptional holding power in various materials, making them suitable for construction, decking, and furniture assembly. Their large heads allow for easy installation with a wrench or socket.
Flange Screws: Flange screws, distinguished by their washer-like flange beneath the head, offer enhanced stability and distribution of load forces. The flange provides a larger bearing surface, reducing the risk of over-tightening and damage to the material being fastened. Commonly used in automotive, machinery, and appliance assembly, they ensure secure and stable connections.
Plow Bolts: Plow bolts are specialized fasteners designed for use in plow blades, agricultural equipment, and similar applications. Featuring a flat, countersunk head and a square neck beneath, they resist rotation when tightened, ensuring a secure and stable connection. Their durability and resistance to shear forces make them indispensable in heavy-duty agricultural and construction machinery.
Step Bolts: Step bolts, characterized by their large, flat heads and cylindrical shank beneath, are commonly used in structural steel applications where secure footing is essential. The flat head provides ample bearing surface for load distribution, while the cylindrical portion offers stability and resistance to shear forces. Often installed in staircases, walkways, and other elevated platforms, they ensure safe and stable access.
Elevator Bolts: Elevator bolts are specialized fasteners designed for use in conveyor systems, elevator buckets, and similar applications requiring secure vertical fastening. Featuring a large, flat head and a shallow, conical bearing surface, they distribute load forces evenly, preventing damage to the material being fastened. Their durability and reliability make them essential components in material handling equipment.
Timber Bolts: Timber bolts are heavy-duty fasteners specifically designed for use in timber construction and landscaping projects. With their large, domed heads and square necks, they provide exceptional holding power in wood, ensuring secure and stable connections. Often used in bridges, retaining walls, and playground equipment, they withstand the rigors of outdoor environments.
Square Head Bolts: Square head bolts, characterized by their square-shaped heads, offer advantages in applications where wrench clearance is limited. The square head provides ample grip for wrenches or pliers, allowing for easy installation and tightening. Commonly used in woodworking, furniture assembly, and machinery, they provide secure and reliable fastening solutions.
Anchor Bolts: Anchor bolts are essential components in construction projects, securing structuralelements like columns, beams, and equipment to concrete foundations. Featuring threaded ends embedded in concrete, they provide a secure anchor point for heavy loads. Available in various configurations, including L-shaped and J-shaped, they accommodate different installation requirements and load capacities.
Eye Bolts: Eye bolts are versatile fasteners with looped heads, used for attaching cables, ropes, or other loads. Their threaded shanks provide a secure connection point, while the looped head allows for easy attachment of lifting or rigging hardware. Commonly used in industrial, marine, and recreational applications, they provide reliable anchoring and lifting solutions.
Toggle Bolts: Toggle bolts are innovative fasteners designed for use in hollow materials like drywall, where traditional anchors may not hold securely. Featuring spring-loaded wings or toggles that open behind the mounting material, they provide a secure anchoring point for light to medium loads. Their versatility and ease of installation make them popular in-home improvement, furniture, and DIY projects.
Hanger Bolts: Hanger bolts feature threads on one end and a wood screw thread on the other, making them ideal for attaching legs, hooks, or other hardware to wooden surfaces. Their dual-threaded design offers flexibility in assembly and disassembly, allowing for easy installation and removal. Commonly used in furniture, cabinetry, and construction projects, they provide a sturdy and reliable fastening solution.
Applications and Amenities
Bolts exhibit remarkable versatility, finding application across diverse industries and projects. Within the construction sector, they secure structural components like beams, columns, and trusses, upholding the stability and integrity of buildings, bridges, and infrastructure. In manufacturing, bolts play a pivotal role in assembling machinery, ensuring the smooth operation of industrial equipment and production lines. Automotive assembly relies on bolts to secure vital components, contributing to the safety and reliability of vehicles. In aerospace, bolts meet stringent standards for strength and reliability, crucial for assembling aircraft structures. Marine applications demand bolts that withstand saltwater environments, securing vessels and offshore structures. Railroad construction depends on bolts to maintain track safety and stability, facilitating efficient train operations. In the oil and gas industry, bolts endure extreme conditions in drilling rigs, pipelines, and refineries, ensuring infrastructure integrity. Renewable energy projects utilize bolts to secure structural components, supporting the reliability of installations. Bolts also play a vital role in infrastructure projects, offering reliable connections that withstand environmental forces. Finally, in DIY and home improvement endeavors, bolts provide secure connections for furniture assembly, shelving installation, and other household tasks, offering strength and stability.
Material and Grades
Bolts are available in several different grades, each offering specific properties and characteristics to suit different application requirements. When selecting the appropriate grade for your application, consider factors such as required strength, corrosion resistance, and environmental conditions. We offer a wide range of bolts in various grades to meet the diverse needs of our customers across different industries.Grade 2: The most basic grade, suitable for general use in low-strength applications. These bolts are typically made of low or medium carbon steel and are not heat-treated.
Grade 5: Offering higher strength than Grade 2 bolts, Grade 5 bolts are commonly used in automotive and machinery applications. They are made of medium carbon steel and are quenched and tempered for added strength.
Grade 8: The highest grade of standard bolts, Grade 8 bolts offer exceptional strength and are commonly used in heavy machinery, automotive, and structural applications. They are made of medium carbon alloy steel and are heat-treated to achieve their high strength.
Stainless Steel: Stainless steel bolts are corrosion-resistant and suitable for applications where exposure to moisture or chemicals is a concern. Common grades include 18-8 (Type 304) and 316 stainless steel, which offer varying levels of corrosion resistance.
Alloy Steel: Alloy steel bolts are heat-treated for increased strength and durability. They are commonly used in high-stress applications where standard steel bolts may not suffice.
Plating Options
South Coast Fasteners provides a diverse selection of plating options, ensuring that you have the flexibility to choose the most suitable option for your specific application or industry requirements. Whether you need corrosion resistance for outdoor use, a decorative finish for architectural projects, or enhanced durability for industrial applications, we have the right plating solution to meet your needs. Here are common plating options available for bolts:Zinc Plating: Zinc plating provides corrosion resistance to steel bolts by forming a protective layer of zinc on the surface. It is one of the most common plating options and is suitable for general-purpose applications.
Hot-Dip Galvanizing: Hot-dip galvanizing involves immersing the bolts in molten zinc to provide a thicker, more durable coating than traditional zinc plating. It offers superior corrosion resistance and is ideal for outdoor or harsh environments.
Cadmium Plating: Cadmium plating provides excellent corrosion resistance and lubricity, making it suitable for use in aerospace and military applications. However, cadmium is toxic and environmentally hazardous, so its use is restricted in many industries.
Nickel Plating: Nickel plating offers corrosion resistance and a decorative finish. It is commonly used in applications where appearance is important, such as automotive and architectural hardware.
Chrome Plating: Chrome plating provides corrosion resistance and a shiny, decorative finish. It is often used in automotive and motorcycle applications for its aesthetic appeal.
Black Oxide Coating: Black oxide coating provides corrosion resistance and a sleek, black finish. It is commonly used in automotive, firearms, and machinery applications for its durability and aesthetic appeal.
Contact South Coast Fasteners today for all your socket and screw needs.