What is Fastener?

Fasteners might seem like a small component, but it a highly critical and important part of any structure or machine. A variety of fasteners are available in the market and thus some common things to know would be very beneficial.

The below article will help you to choose the best type of Fastener for your requirements.

List of Free Useful Tips to Choose the Right Fasteners

A fastener is generally a piece of hardware that joins two or more workpieces together temporarily or permanently. Generally, fasteners are used for non-permanent joining, but they can be used to unfasten and fasten time and again without causing much damage to the fastener or the workpiece.

The above describes the nomenclature of fasteners in general. First, the Head Type is mentioned, then comes the Diameter. Next, is the pitch/Threads per inch and lastly the Length.

Complete List of Different Types of Fasteners Available Online

Industrybuying.com brings to you a wide range of Fasteners which includes

	Hex Bolt:  Available in a range of lengths and diameters. Hex bolts are generally used in construction and repair industry.
	Wood Screws: These are used to join wood or something similar. Generally having coarse threads and a thick shank and an unthreaded portion on the shank as well.
	Socket Cap Screws: These are also available in a wide range of sizes and are generally used in clamping and machine parts.
	Lag Bolts: As the name suggest, these are used when connecting/joining heavy weight components or material that bear an intense load. These are one of the toughest screws available.
	Carriage Bolts: These are used to join and connect wood or similar material but for blind holes. These have a square shoulder and a head that is rounded.
	Machine Screws: The uniqueness of machine screw is that the diameter is constant on the entire length of the shank. Used for clamping machine components, appliances, etc.
	Sheet Metal Screws: Used for joining sheet metal parts to wood, plastic or other similar material

 Look out for the appropriate Fastener Head Styles

	A countersunk head Flat top
	A countersunk head Rounded Top
	A slightly rounded head Short vertical sides
	An extra wide head Rounded Top
	A hex head Built in washer
	A hex head Built in washer and slot
	A screw Hexagon Head
	A small cylindrical head Hexagonal Drive hole
	A rounded head Hexagonal Drive hole
	A domed head Slot

Different Fastening Tools online at Industrybuying.com

	Spanner- used for nuts and bolts
	Phillips- used for most of the screws
	Slotted- used for slotted screws
	Pozidriv- used for Philips head machine screws
	Socket, Hex, or Allen- used for Hex bolts, nuts and screws
	Star – used for star head screws

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