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For Beginners
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- What Are Fasteners?
- Types & Terminology
- Fastener Anatomy
- Getting Started Guide
Learn & Explore
Dive deeper with videos, articles, FAQs, and DIY project guides from our experts.
- Video Tutorials
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Technical Reference
Access comprehensive charts, specifications, interactive tools, and conversion tables.
- Quick Reference & ID Tools
- Size Charts & Specifications
- Interactive Calculators
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Selection & Application
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- Fastener Selection Wizard
- Material & Finish Guide
- How to Measure Fasteners
- Installation Best Practices
Quick Reference Charts
Fast access to our most popular sizing charts, specifications, and conversion tables — all available as printable PDFs
US Tap & Drill Chart
Complete reference with pilot holes and clearance sizes
Thread Identification
US Standard and Metric thread specs lookup
Thread Pitch Conversions
Inch to Metric diameter and pitch reference
US Nut Size Charts
Hex nuts, jam nuts, lock nuts, and flanges
Metric Nut Size Charts
Complete metric nut specifications
USS & SAE Washers
Flat washer dimensions and sizing
Metric Washers
ISO standard metric flat washer dimensions
Tensile Strength
Grade and class comparison charts
Screw Size Conversion
Number to fraction to decimal reference
Allen Key Specs
Imperial and metric hex key sizes
Hardness Reference
Rockwell hardness specs by screw type
View All Charts
Complete reference tables page
Type-Specific Information
Detailed specifications, sizing charts, and measurement guides for each fastener type
Anchoring Products
Wall anchors, concrete anchors, toggles
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Blind Rivets
Sizes, grip ranges, material specs
Bolts
Hex, carriage, lag bolt specifications
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Deck Screws
Lengths, coatings, composite-rated
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Drywall Screws
Coarse vs fine thread, lengths
Eye Bolts
Load ratings, working angles, safety
Hanger Bolts
Wood and machine thread combos
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Machine Screws
Thread specs, head styles, tolerances
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Nails
Common, finish, brad nail specs
Nuts & Washers
Nut sizes, washer dimensions, types
Pins & Clips
Clevis, cotter, spring pins
Self-Drilling Screws
Tek screws, drill points, applications
Set Screws
Point styles, socket types, torque
Sex Bolts
Barrel nuts, binding posts, sizes
Sheet Metal Screws
Sizes, lay-over charts, threading
Shoulder Bolts
Precision shoulder dimensions
Thread Repair
Helicoil, tap & die specifications
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Threaded Inserts
Wood, metal, plastic applications
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U-Bolts & J-Bolts
Bend dimensions, thread lengths
Wood Screws
Diameters, pilot holes, drive types
Specialized Guides
Fastener Technical Specifications
Grades & Materials
Types of Fasteners
Heads & Threads
Reference Tables
Interactive tools and calculators
Technical Glossary PDF
Industry Standards
Fastener Selection, Application & troubleshooting
Fastener Measuring
Thread Galling & Seizing
Plating, Painting & Finishes
Tamper Proof Fasteners
Applications
Material Compatibility
Load & Strength
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Specialized Fasteners and Tools
Most Popular Resources
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