RS PRO Galvanised Steel, Hex Bolt, M16 x 55mm

Hex Head Set Screws

Introducing the range of Hex Head Set Screws, a high-quality fastener solution for heavyweight applications such as maintenance, machinery, engines, manufacturing and much more. 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 fasteners is ideal for applications where two parts need to be joined securely and works perfectly in a range of industries like the automotive industry, industrial and manufacturing applications and much more


• 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

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