Carriage Bolts
Carriage Bolts are externally threaded fasteners used to make strong, serviceable connections in metal, wood, and machinery. When the local shelf only has close-enough, working from a stocked distributor lets you pin down the right diameter, length, grade, and finish. South Coast Fasteners keeps Carriage Bolts in stock and ready to ship, with fast 3-5 day shipping. Popular options include stainless steel carriage bolts, galvanized carriage bolts, and grade 8 carriage bolts.
Materials and Finishes
Carriage Bolts run from general-purpose carbon steel up to high-strength alloy and stainless, finished anywhere from plain and zinc to hot-dip galvanized for wet or outdoor work. Pair them with Grade 5, Grade 2, and Finished Hex Nuts to round out the assembly.
How to Choose
Size it first with diameter, thread pitch, and length. From there, pick the grade that handles the load and a finish that matches where it will live, moving to alloy or stainless for high-stress or wet conditions.
Carriage Bolts Industry Applications
Carriage Bolts show up across a wide range of industries and applications. Furniture and food processing reach for them on heavy wood connections; construction and manufacturing drive them into framing, ledgers, and timber; and automotive use them to fasten decking, fencing, and posts. Plain, zinc, and hot-dip galvanized cover interior framing through wet, exterior, and ground-contact work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a carriage bolt?
A carriage bolt has a smooth domed head over a square neck that pulls into wood to keep the bolt from spinning as the nut is tightened. It is common in timber, deck, and gate connections.
What materials and finishes are carriage bolts available in?
Carriage Bolts run from general-purpose carbon steel up to high-strength alloy and stainless, finished anywhere from plain and zinc to hot-dip galvanized for wet or outdoor work. Common options include stainless steel carriage bolts and galvanized carriage bolts.
What are carriage bolts used for?
Carriage Bolts are relied on across furniture, food processing, construction, manufacturing, and automotive, from structural framing and heavy equipment to machinery and general repair.
Can I order in bulk or request a quote?
Yes. Stock covers small orders and full production runs. Reach out for a quote or product help.
Why Choose South Coast Fasteners?
Beyond fasteners, we carry PPE, hand tools, cutting tools, abrasives, and industrial supplies, all stocked at competitive prices and backed by fast shipping and people who know the products. We also stock Flat Washers.