Types of Nuts and Bolts - The Home Depot

Bolts and nuts come in a variety of styles, sizes and finishes. This guide reviews the types of bolts and nuts and the best applications for each.
Bolts are a type of fastener. Fasteners are used to secure or fasten materials together. There are many types of bolts and hardware nuts. Most, if not all, bolt types have machine threads. A threaded bolt screws into nuts to hold or fasten materials together. Bolt types include eye bolts, wheel bolts and machine bolts, while types of nuts include cap nuts, expansion nuts and u-nuts. The type of material and finish also factors into how fastener types look and perform. This guide will tell you the about the types of nuts and bolts and the different types of bolt heads.SHOP FASTENERS NOW

Everbilt's Grade 5 cap screws are recommended for medium-duty bolting applications. The grade 5 bolt is compatible with grade 5 and grade 8 mating

1/4 in.-28 TPI x 2-3/4 in. Zinc-Plated Grade 5 Fine Thread Hex Bolt

Introducing the 5 Star Thru Knob and Hex Bolt (4 kits, 12 total PC) Set by POWERTEC. These multi-functional knobs provide you with reliable fastening options for an assortment of t-track systems, jig fixtures, and general-purpose clamping projects or any application that accepts the standard 1/4-inch bolt heads. The user-friendly 5-star design allows you to utilize a secure hand grip while maximizing your adjustment and tightening control.

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Hex nuts are widely used in construction and to create a bolted joint. They are available with coarse or fine threads. Use with a screw or hex bolt to

1/4 in.-20 Zinc Plated Hex Nut

These tamper-resistant barrel nuts are constructed of stainless steel and come in a satin finish. The heads of each barrel nut are constructed with a one-way security feature which allows for easy install with a flat screwdriver, but require the use of a one-way fastener remover tool for loosening and removing.

Sentry Supply 651-0454 #10-24 x 5/8 in. Chrome One Way Barrel Nut (100 Pack)

A connecting bolt is used to connect 2-piece of furniture. Into a pre-drilled hole, a connecting nut (sold separately) is inserted to receive the

1/4 in. x 1-9/16 in. Narrow Brass Connecting Bolt

An insert nut is a nut that is either hammered or screwed into material, depending on the fastener type. Used in furniture applications, the nut

1/4 in. x 12.5 mm Zinc-Plated Type F Insert Nut Screw (2-Pack)

Every Tool Box, workshop, garage and truck box needs this incredibly handy metric fastener assortment. With a wide range of sizes and styles, chances

240 Piece Zinc Metric Nut and Bolt Assortment with Storage

Everbilt #8 Plain Steel Type U Speed Nut (2 per Pack) 800138 - The Home Depot

Keep pipework securely mounted or elevated with this five-pack of Hardware Essentials stainless steel U-bolts. The plates and hex nuts let you easily

1/4 in. x 3-1/2 in. x 2 in. Stainless Steel U-Bolt with Plate and Hex Nuts (5-Pack)

1/2 in. x 12 in. Galvanized Anchor Bolts. The bolts include the nuts and washers to complete the job. This box contains 50 bolts.

1/2 in. x 12 in. Galvanized Anchor Bolt with Nuts and Washers (50-Pack)

Hex bolts are hexagonal head fasteners with machine threads. They are commonly used for machinery and construction projects, both residential and

3/8 in.-16 x 6 in. Galvanized Hex Bolt

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