RS PRO Steel, Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1 1/2in

RS PRO Hex Head Machine Bolts

Introducing the range of RS PRO Hex Head Machine Bolts, a high-quality fastener solution for heavyweight applications such as connecting lumber and metal securely. Each fastener is made from steel with a galvanised coating, making them much more cost-effective than their stainless-steel counterparts, while still offering a high level of protection against surface rust and oxidisation.

Features and Benefits:

• This range of RS PRO fasteners is ideal for applications where metal and wood need to be joined securely


• Manufactured with a galvanised finish, each fastener provides good protection against surface rust and oxidisation and offers good lubricity to the threads of the fastener


• In addition to this, the galvanised steel fasteners are much more cost effective than stainless steel and is also widely recyclable, making them a much more sustainable option


• Available in a wide range of sizes

Applications:

Hex bolts or machine bolts are designed to connect metal to metal, wood to wood or metal to wood, and offer increased rigidity and load-bearing capacity making them ideal for use in heavy duty applications. It is generally used with a pre-drilled through hole and can be used with a nut for additional anchoring. Hex bolts are most commonly used for:

• Carpentry construction like decking, railings and small frames


• Timber construction to support timber framing for houses


• Mounting heavy items onto walls


• Building work and construction

Why RS PRO?

RS PRO is our own brand range and brings you a wide range of high-quality, great value products offering you more choice. Trusted by engineers all over the world, every part of every RS PRO product has been rigorously tested against demanding industry standards - they’re only given the RS PRO seal of approval if we’re confident of their exceptional quality, which means you can be confident too.

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