Latest blog postshttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blogrss/2026-03-19T09:24:57.155000+00:00The Different Types of Allen Wrenches (Hex Keys) and Their Uses2026-03-19T09:24:57.155000+00:002026-03-19T09:24:57.155000+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/types-of-allen-key-headsAllen wrenches, also known as hex keys, are one of those tools you don’t think about until they fail you. A screw won’t budge. The socket rounds out. The key twists just enough to make you nervous. Suddenly, the smallest tool in the kit is the biggest problem in the ...What Is a Lag Screw? Definition, Uses & How It Works2026-03-19T09:08:01.071000+00:002026-03-19T09:08:01.071000+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/what-is-lag-screwSome connections don’t get second chances. When you’re attaching a ledger board, hanging a beam, or mounting something that absolutely cannot move, the hardware choice matters a lot. This is where lag screws earn their reputation. Lag screws aren’t delicate, fast, or forgiving. Install one the right way, though, and ...The Ultimate Guide to Washer Types: Which One Is Right for You?2026-03-19T07:51:42.574000+00:002026-03-19T07:51:42.574000+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/washer-typesWashers are small, flat discs with a big job. They sit quietly between a screw head or bolt head and the surface below, yet they play a major role in how fastening systems hold up over time. Skip the washer or choose the wrong one, and you invite surface damage, ...Phosphated Finish in Drywall Screws2026-02-16T23:13:01.039000+00:002026-02-16T23:13:01.039000+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/phosphated-finish-in-drywall-screwsPhosphated drywall screws are commonly referred to as having a "black phos" finish. Technically the process is called zinc phosphating and provides a perfect finish for the task of installing interior drywall to wood or metal studs. Phosphate conversion coatings were introduced in the early 20th century and have followed ...Fastener SuperStore Google Reviews (and Why They Matter)2026-01-09T14:36:45.842000+00:002026-01-09T14:36:45.842000+00:00Stef Farraleshttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-google-reviews-and-why-they-matterWhen you buy fasteners in bulk, small parts can turn into big problems fast. Incorrect parts, slow shipping, unclear communication, or messy returns can shut down a job or delay production. That's why we pay close attention to our Google reviews . They reflect how we actually perform when customers ...Meet The Fastener SuperStore Sales Team2025-12-15T19:18:00+00:002025-12-15T19:18:00+00:00Stef Farraleshttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/meet-the-fastener-superstore-sales-teamWhen you call Fastener SuperStore, you’ll be directly connected to a real human being who can answer all of your fastener questions. Here are some of the people you’ll talk to!The Dogs (and Cats) of Fastener SuperStore - Yearbook 20252025-11-21T19:42:07.510908+00:002025-11-21T19:42:07.510908+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/dogs-and-cats-of-fastener-superstore-2025Meet the Furry Friends of Fastener SuperStore in our 2025 Yearbook!Deep Thread Wood Screws2025-10-31T20:46:00+00:002025-10-31T20:46:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/deep-thread-wood-screwsSeveral years ago, Fastener SuperStore added deep thread wood screws to our wood screw category line. At the time, we had no idea that they would quickly become our top selling style of wood screws. As it turns out, they've fulfilled a big need in the woodworking and carpentry fields. ...Time For Drywall Screws2025-10-01T20:45:00+00:002025-10-01T20:45:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/time-for-drywall-screwsAs Summer turns to Fall, it's time for many of us to turn our attention from outdoor projects to indoor projects. Hanging drywall or sheetrock is a perfect example. Fastener SuperStore carries a variety of styles of drywall screws, including fine thread, coarse thread, self-drilling and high-low thread. No matter ...Tired Of Waiting for a Quote? It's Time for Fastener SuperStore.2025-09-24T20:44:00+00:002025-09-24T20:44:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/tired-of-waiting-for-a-quote-its-time-for-fastener-superstoreNeed a quote? All of our pricing is available on our website. No waiting necessary. Ordering in bulk? Our sales experts are here for you via phone, email, or live chat - 7am to 7pm CST, Monday through Friday. They’ll make sure to send you a quote within one business ...All About Stainless Steel Fasteners2025-09-09T20:44:00+00:002025-09-09T20:44:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/all-about-stainless-steel-fastenersFasteners come in several different grades of stainless steel, each of which are made from slightly different materials and provide unique benefits, including varying levels of hardness and corrosion resistance. We've created a guide to explain these different benefits while also providing helpful links to the part categories we carry ...Thread Forming Screws for Plastics2025-08-27T20:43:00+00:002025-08-27T20:43:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/thread-forming-screws-for-plasticsThread forming screws for plastics are trilobular (featuring a slight triangular shape at the tip) thread rolling screws with extra wide spacing between the threads and a twin lead thread. They're commonly used to engage with plastic materials without a need for a nut on the back end. Their sharper ...New Product Alert: 12-Point Allen Nuts2025-08-21T20:42:00+00:002025-08-21T20:42:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-product-alert-12-point-allen-nuts12-Point Allen Nuts are cylindrical, internally threaded fasteners with a knurled edge. One side of the fastener is threaded to accept a mating screw or bolt, and the opposite end has a 12-pointed drive that can accept a hex key / allen wrench. We carry these parts in 18-8 stainless ...Propell Nuts: New at Fastener SuperStore2025-08-05T20:41:00+00:002025-08-05T20:41:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/propel-nuts-new-at-fastener-superstoreLocated in our tee nut section, Propell Nuts are constructed without the prongs found on 3, 4 or 6 prong tee nuts. In their place there are three triangular extensions called "skives". The skives allow for the nut to be retained at the blind (back) end. This allows them to ...New Item Alert: 3 Wing Drive Security Machine Screws!2025-07-18T20:40:00+00:002025-07-18T20:40:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-item-alert-3-wing-drive-security-machine-screwsFastener SuperStore is introducing a new line of security screws: Pan Head, Three Wing Drive Security Machine Screws in 18-8 Stainless Steel. These screws feature three slanted and recessed wings around the center of the screw head. Common in electronics and aerospace applications, the unique drive style of these three-wing, ...Confused By Screw Threads? Check Out Our Helpful Guide.2025-07-07T20:40:00+00:002025-07-07T20:40:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/confused-by-screw-threads-check-out-our-helpful-guideAlmost every different style of screw, bolt or nut, has a unique thread configuration designed to make it the right part for its designated use (drywall, deck, thread forming, etc...). What makes them distinct from one another can be the depth of the threads, the angle of the threads, the ...Dock Washers at Fastener SuperStore2025-06-26T20:39:00+00:002025-06-26T20:39:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/dock-washers-at-fastener-superstoreDock Washers are available in steel with a galvanized or plain finish. Featuring a large outer diameter, dock washers offer significantly greater thickness than other washer styles. Commonly used in dock and construction applications. Check out our selection here!Wedge Anchors at Fastener SuperStore2025-06-04T20:38:00+00:002025-06-04T20:38:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/wedge-anchors-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore carries wedge anchors in steel with a zinc finish & in stainless steel. Diameter sizes range from 1/4-10 up to 1" - 8 while lengths from 1 3/4" up to 12" are available. Made for heavy duty applications, wedge anchors offer greater shear strength than expansion anchors. Used ...USA Fasteners Available at Fastener SuperStore2025-05-31T01:23:00+00:002025-05-31T01:23:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/made-in-the-usa-fasteners-available-at-fastener-superstoreMade in the USA Fasteners Available at Fastener SuperStore! If you need fasteners that are made in the USA, Fastener SuperStore may be able to help. We carry several product lines that consist only of American made parts, along with many other categories which we can source from manufacturers located ...Threaded Rod / Studs at Fastener SuperStore2025-05-16T08:23:00+00:002025-05-16T08:23:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/threaded-rod-studs-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore now carries aluminum threaded studs which provide numerous applications and are commonly used within the sign, plumbing and construction industries. Threaded studs are externally threaded fasteners without a head, which are threaded for the entire length of the part. Our aluminum line features parts made of 5056 aluminum ...Deck Screws in a Variety of Materials and Finishes!2025-05-02T01:22:00+00:002025-05-02T01:22:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/deck-screws-in-a-variety-of-materials-and-finishesIf you're starting a deck project, Fastener SuperStore has the hardware you need in the drive styles, sizes, materials and finishes that are right for your specific needs. Every deck project has unique requirements for corrosion resistance, screw style options and screw diameter and length. Our deck screws come in ...Coiled Spring Pins at FSS2025-04-23T01:22:00+00:002025-04-23T01:22:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/coiled-spring-pins-at-fssCoiled Spring Pins are hollow, headless pins with chamfered ends, formed or wrapped from a steel sheet to a diameter slightly greater than that of the hole into which it's being inserted. During installation, the pin diameter contracts and then creates outward pressure against the hole. This outward pressure is ...Full Selection of Insert & Power Driver Bits2025-04-17T01:21:00+00:002025-04-17T01:21:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/full-selection-of-insert-power-driver-bitsFastener SuperStore Carries a Full Selection of Insert & Power Bits in a Variety of Styles & Sizes! Screws come in a variety of unique drive styles, and each requires a different type of driver to install them. We carry a full selection of insert and power bits for just ...Tee Nuts in 3, 4 and 6 Prong Styles2025-04-05T01:21:00+00:002025-04-05T01:21:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/tee-nuts-in-3-4-and-6-prong-stylesFastener SuperStore Carries Tee Nuts in 3, 4 and 6 Prong Styles and in Steel / Zinc and 18-8 Stainless Steel. Tee Nuts are internally threaded, barrel-shaped fasteners matched with a flat base. The base features cut out prongs which extend in the same direction as the barrel. We offer ...Hanger Bolts in Full Thread and Plain Center Styles2025-04-01T01:21:00+00:002025-04-01T01:21:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/hanger-bolts-in-full-thread-and-plain-center-stylesFastener SuperStore Carries Hanger Bolts in Full Thread and Plain Center Styles and in Steel / Zinc and 18-8 Stainless Steel. At Fastener SuperStore, we carry a full line of hanger bolts, with diameter sizes ranging from 6-32 up to 1/2-13, and lengths from 5/8" to 12". Our selection includes ...Utilize Blanket Orders to Lock in Pricing!2025-03-22T01:20:00+00:002025-03-22T01:20:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/utilize-blanket-orders-to-lock-in-pricingSet Up a Blanket Order to Lock in Pricing and Guarantee Stock for Up to One Year! Did you know that you can set up your stock supply and receiving dates for up to one year by placing a blanket order at Fastener SuperStore? Our sales team can work with ...12-Point Socket Style Allen Nuts2025-03-04T04:20:00+00:002025-03-04T04:20:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-product-alert-12-point-socket-style-allen-nutsFastener SuperStore Now Carries 12-Point Socket Style Allen Nuts! 12-Point Allen Nuts are cylindrical, internally threaded fasteners with a knurled edge. One side of the fastener is threaded to accept a mating screw or bolt, and the opposite end has a 12-point drive that can accept a hex key / ...Coupling Nuts in a Variety of Styles and Sizes!2025-02-27T04:19:00+00:002025-02-27T04:19:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/coupling-nuts-in-a-variety-of-styles-and-sizesFastener SuperStore carries 61 sizes of coupling nuts in a wide variety of materials, diameters and lengths. Our selection includes standard and metric sizes and reducing coupling nuts. Coupling nuts are used to attach two externally threaded fasteners together, such as bolts or threaded rod. The internal threads of the ...Carries 93 Sizes of Tension Control Steel Bushings!2025-02-15T04:19:00+00:002025-02-15T04:19:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-93-sizes-of-tension-control-steel-bushingsFastener SuperStore Carries 93 Sizes of Tension Control Steel Bushings! Fastener SuperStore carries 93 sizes of tension control steel bushings in through-hardened spring steel, supplied with a natural, uncoated finish. Bushings are used similarly to roll pins or coiled spring pins in that they are inserted into machined holes and ...Cotter Pins at Fastener SuperStore2025-01-24T04:19:00+00:002025-01-24T04:19:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/cotter-pins-at-fastener-superstoreCotter Pins are available in steel with a zinc finish and come in extended prong style. Inserted into the pre-drilled hole of a shaft or pin, the cotter pin’s points are spread to hold the assembly in position. They can also be used with castle or slotted nuts. Cotter pins ...Nylon Cable Clamps in a Wide Variety of Styles and Sizes!2025-01-13T04:18:00+00:002025-01-13T04:18:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-nylon-cable-clamps-in-a-wide-variety-of-styles-and-sizesNylon cable clamps are available in natural white color and in standard & heavy duty styles. Used for securing cables & tubing, nylon cable clamps feature a hole for attaching to a fixed object and a clamping area for securing cables. Fastener SuperStore carries standard nylon cable clamps with clamping ...Huge Selection of Carriage Bolts2024-12-28T04:18:00+00:002024-12-28T04:18:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/huge-selection-of-carriage-bolts-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore Offers Carriage Bolts in a Wide Variety of Styles, Sizes, Materials & Finishes! Standard Carriage Bolts feature a round head, a square neck under the head and a standard unified thread pitch. The square neck is designed to keep the bolt from turning as a nut is tightened ...Offers 4 Styles of Blind Rivets2024-12-11T04:17:00+00:002024-12-11T04:17:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-offers-4-styles-of-blind-rivetsDome Head Blind Rivets are the most commonly used & are often referred to as standard blind rivets. The head of the rivet is slightly rounded creating a small bump where it sits on the outer face of the material that it is being used to join. We carry dome ...Drywall Screws at Fastener Superstore2024-11-28T04:17:00+00:002024-11-28T04:17:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/drywall-screws-at-fastener-superstoreAs winter has us moving from outdoor projects to indoor projects, drywall screws may play a larger role in your fastener selection. Made for attaching drywall to wood or metal studs, Fastener SuperStore has the selection you need for the projects you'll be taking on. Drywall Screws come in four ...Finished Hex & Machine Screw Nuts2024-11-15T04:17:00+00:002024-11-15T04:17:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/finished-hex-machine-screw-nuts-at-fastener-superstoreFinished Hex Nuts & Machine Screw Nuts are Two Similar Yet Unique Styles of Nuts! If you are looking for a nut to match with bolts or machine screws, it's important to note the differences between finished hex nuts and machine screw nuts. These two styles are similar and can ...All About Self-Tapping / Sheet Metal Screws!2024-11-01T01:16:00+00:002024-11-01T01:16:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/all-about-self-tapping-sheet-metal-screwsSelf-Tapping is a term that refers to a screw's ability to tap its own threads in materials such as woods, plastics and soft or thin metals. Self-tapping screws are different than self-drilling screws, which use a drill bit shaped tip to self-start in these materials. The two primary types of ...Check Out Our Knurled Thumb Screws!2024-10-17T01:16:00+00:002024-10-17T01:16:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/check-out-our-knurled-thumb-screwsKnurled thumb screws feature a wide, rounded head which is smooth and flat on top, with a diamond shaped pattern of indentions cut around its circumference. The roughened circumference of the head allows for easy hand loosening and tightening. Knurled thumb screws are perfect for applications where frequent adjustments are ...Hot Item Alert: Nylon Washers2024-10-04T15:15:00+00:002024-10-04T15:15:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/hot-item-alert-nylon-washersGenerally used with nylon screws, but offering a multitude of uses, nylon flat washers in natural (white) or black are available at Fastener SuperStore. Our nylon washers are made of 6/6 nylon and offer M80 Rockwell hardness. They have a melting point of 500° F. Nylon flat washers improve stress ...Great Set Screw Selection2024-09-04T12:31:00+00:002024-09-04T12:31:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/great-set-screw-selection-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore carries a huge selection of socket set screws in stainless steel and steel / black oxide, and in a wide variety of point styles and sizes. Our standard size selection includes the following point types: Cup Point Flat Point Half-Dog Point Cone Point Oval Point Our metric size ...Self Piercing Screws2024-08-15T10:50:00+00:002024-08-15T10:50:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/self-piercing-screwsSelf piercing screws, also known as metal roofing screws, are available in steel / zinc in slotted or unslotted hex washer head styles, along with several other variations. Many sizes are available with an attached bonded neoprene washer. Self piercing screws with a hex washer head and slotted drive are ...Thread Forming Screws2024-08-06T10:47:00+00:002024-08-06T10:47:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/thread-forming-screws-at-fastener-superstoreIf you need screws that can form their own matching threads in the material into which they are being driven, Thread Forming Screws are a great solution. Fastener SuperStore offers three styles of these versatile screw types. Thread Forming Screws for Plastics feature widely spaced threads and a triblobular point, ...Masonry & Drywall Anchors2024-07-10T10:43:00+00:002024-07-10T10:43:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/masonry-drywall-anchors-at-fastener-superstoreHave a job that requires anchoring to masonry or drywall? Fastener SuperStore offers anchors for these applications and many more! Check out the list below to see which types of anchors are used for masonry or drywall applications, and which ones can work with either material. To check out our ...Square Drive Screws in Multiple Styles2024-06-24T10:37:00+00:002024-06-24T10:37:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/square-drive-screws-in-multiple-stylesSquare drive screws offer a great option when you need a strong connection between driver and screw that resists "cam-out" and slippage. The deep square socket and the 90° angles of the corners provide powerful torque and power for driving into solid materials. Fastener SuperStore offers Square Drive Style Screws ...Torx Drive Screws For Excellent Driving Power2024-06-12T17:33:00+00:002024-06-12T17:33:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/torx-drive-screws-for-excellent-driving-powerTechnically called a "hexalobular internal" drive, and often referred to as a star or six-lobe drive, Torx® drives are a trademarked style of screw drive. Their unique internal star shape provides excellent resistance to "cam-out", a common problem involving slippage between a driver and a screw head. Fastener SuperStore offers ...Aluminum Threaded Studs and More2024-05-30T10:30:00+00:002024-05-30T10:30:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/aluminum-threaded-studs-and-moreFastener SuperStore now carries aluminum threaded studs which provide numerous applications and are commonly used within the sign, plumbing and construction industries. Threaded studs are externally threaded fasteners without a head, which are threaded for the entire length of the part. Our aluminum line features parts made of 5056 aluminum ...Benefits of Registering at Fastener SuperStore2024-05-20T10:26:00+00:002024-05-20T10:26:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/benefits-of-registering-at-fastener-superstoreAt Fastener SuperStore, we've never required users to create an account to purchase from us. That would go against our philosophy of "Fastener Buying Made Simple". If you prefer to complete your transaction as a "guest", we're prefectly fine with that. However, we are constantly working to find new ways ...Great Selection of Deck Screws2024-05-14T10:22:00+00:002024-05-14T10:22:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/great-selection-of-deck-screwsIf you're starting a deck project, Fastener SuperStore has the hardware you need in the drive styles, sizes, materials and finishes that are right for your specific needs. Every deck project has unique requirements for corrosion resistance, screw style options and screw diameter and length. Our deck screws come in ...New Bulk Options on Hex Keys / Allen Wrenches2024-04-25T16:52:00+00:002024-04-25T16:52:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-bulk-options-on-hex-keys-allen-wrenchesFastener SuperStore now offers many of our short arm hex keys / allen wrenches in 1000 piece cartons, in addition to the 100 piece cartons we have always carried. If you've previously ordered our 100 piece cartons and found you need more, you can now save big by buying our ...New Bulk Options on Concrete Screws & Bits2024-04-11T16:52:00+00:002024-04-11T16:52:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-bulk-options-on-concrete-screws-bitsFastener SuperStore now carries some of our concrete screw selection in bulk quantities of 1000 - 3000 pieces, offering significant savings over the 100 piece packages. We carry a wide variety of sizes in slotted hex washer head and phillips flat head styles. If you're looking for bulk pricing on ...Painting / Plating / Kitting Services2024-03-27T16:51:00+00:002024-03-27T16:51:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/painting-plating-kitting-services-at-fastener-superstoreIf you need fasteners painted in a specific color, plated to a different finish or kitted and packaged together, Fastener SuperStore has you covered. Painting Screw and bolt heads, along with rivets, are some of the most commonly painted fastener styles, but our entire product line is eligible for painting ...Hex Standoffs in a Variety of Styles2024-03-14T16:49:00+00:002024-03-14T16:49:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/hex-standoffs-in-a-variety-of-styles-sizes-materialsMale / Female Hex Standoffs come in standard sizes and in a variety of materials. Sizing for these standoffs is displayed with the width across the flats of the outside (also known as the outer diameter or OD) listed first. Our male / female hex standoffs come in ODs starting ...Ceramic Coated Deck Screws2024-03-01T16:48:00+00:002024-03-01T16:48:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/ceramic-coated-deck-screws-at-fastener-superstoreA ceramic finish on deck screws provides a strong barrier to corrosion for these fasteners that are often exposed to the elements for years or even decades without a break. Fastener SuperStore offers these coated screws in three different colors so that you can match to the color of your ...Salt Spray Tested Parts.2024-02-19T16:47:00+00:002024-02-19T16:47:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/need-superior-corrosion-resistance-try-salt-spray-tested-partsSalt Spray Testing is a common method of testing resistance to corrosion using an accelerated attack on coated parts to measure their strength & endurance. Testing is performed in a closed chamber where parts are exposed to extremely corrosive conditions utilizing pressurized air with a salt water mist or spray. ...Tax Exempt? We Can Quickly & Easily Set You Up.2024-02-08T16:46:00+00:002024-02-08T16:46:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/tax-exempt-we-can-quickly-easily-set-you-upIf you're using Fastener SuperStore parts in products that you are then selling, or if for some other reason you have a tax exempt status, we can set up your account to permanently exclude sales tax from your orders. As our business has grown, we have been required to transition ...Insert & Power Bits for Use With Our Screw Selection2024-01-26T16:44:00+00:002024-01-26T16:44:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/insert-power-bits-for-use-with-our-screw-selectionIf you haven't checked out our Tools section lately, you might not be aware that we carry a wide selection of drivers/bits to use in installing the screws that you purchase from Fastener SuperStore. Insert Bits are designed to be used with hand tools, such as multi-bit screwdrivers, while Power ...Now Offering Security Self-Drilling & Tapping Screws2024-01-15T16:42:00+00:002024-01-15T16:42:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/now-offering-security-self-drilling-self-tapping-screwsBack in November, Fastener SuperStore introduced a new line of security screws - Pin-In Torx Drive Machine Screws with Button & Flat Head Options. That line is continuing to grow & we're now able to introduce two new lines to our selection. Our selection of size options in these new ...New Product Line: Security / Tamper-Proof Screws2024-01-10T18:27:40.670000+00:002024-01-10T18:27:40.670000+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-product-line-security-tamper-proof-screwsAt Fastener SuperStore, we've recently introduced a line of button & flat head, pin-in-torx security machine screws. Over the next few months, we'll be rolling out many more products under the security screw category, including self-tapping & self-drilling styles. As we continue to grow our product selection, we'd also like ...Hardware for Electronics2023-12-12T10:15:00+00:002023-12-12T10:15:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/hardware-for-electronics-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore is known for our great selection of spacers and standoffs for electronics, but we also carry a variety of other electronics related hardware. Check out our selection of the following part types for your electronics related hardware needs. Some of our related product lines include: Knurled Thumb Screws ...Carries Fender Washers in a Variety of Materials, Finishes & Styles!2023-11-15T10:10:00+00:002023-11-15T10:10:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-fender-washers-in-a-variety-of-materials-finishes-stylesFender washers are similar to flat washers, but come with much wider outer diameters & are made from thinner gauge sheet metal. Most sizes are offered in several different outer diameters, providing options to match your required bearing surface. Material / finish options include steel with zinc, black oxide or ...Stainless Steel Grades for Self Drilling Screws2023-10-26T10:03:00+00:002023-10-26T10:03:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/choosing-stainless-steel-grades-for-self-drilling-screwsIf you require self-drilling screws in stainless steel, it's important to note: Not all grades of stainless steel offer the same performance for this specific screw style. Fastener SuperStore carries self-drilling screws in three grades of stainless steel: 410; 18-8 (also known as 304) & 316. Each grade provides different ...Bushings in Through Hardened Spring Steel2023-10-03T09:58:00+00:002023-10-03T09:58:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/bushings-in-through-hardened-spring-steelFastener SuperStore carries 93 sizes of tension control steel bushings in through hardened spring steel, supplied with a natural, uncoated finish. Bushings are used somewhat similarly to roll pins or coiled spring pins in that they are inserted into a machined holes and maintain their position using the outward resistance ...Fastener SuperStore Carries Four Unique Styles of Blind Rivets!2023-09-14T21:00:00+00:002023-09-14T21:00:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-four-unique-styles-of-blind-rivetsDome Head Blind Rivets are the most commonly used & are often referred to as standard blind rivets. The head of the rivet is slightly rounded creating a small bump where it sits on the outer material that it is being used to join. We carry dome head blind rivets ...Carries a Huge Selection of Extra Large Lag Screws!2023-08-18T20:04:00+00:002023-08-18T20:04:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-a-huge-selection-of-extra-large-lag-screwsFastener SuperStore customers never cease to amaze us with unusual and innovative applications for our products. One of the more novel ideas we've seen in recent years is the utilization of large sized lag screws to secure outdoor structures to the ground in windy and volatile environments. Featuring a large ...Carries Concrete Screws in Package & Bulk Quantities!2023-07-21T19:59:00+00:002023-07-21T19:59:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-concrete-screws-in-package-bulk-quantitiesFastener SuperStore carries concrete screws with hex washer heads and slotted drives; as well as with flat heads and phillips drives. Our hex washer / slotted concrete screws come in diameters of 3/16" or 1/4" and in lengths from 1 1/4" up to 6". You can use the slot or ...Carries Threaded Rod / Studs in 4 Different Materials2023-07-11T12:54:00+00:002023-07-11T12:54:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-threaded-rod-studs-in-4-different-materialsFastener SuperStore now carries threaded rod / studs in stainless steel, aluminum, steel & grade B7 alloy steel. Diameter sizes range from 10-24 in lengths from 1" through 6", up to 1"-8 in lengths from 5 1/4" through 7". Our biggest selection comes in grade B7 with a plain finish, ...Carries Wedge Anchors in 86 Different Size & Material / Finish Options!2023-06-29T19:49:00+00:002023-06-29T19:49:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-wedge-anchors-in-86-different-size-material-finish-optionsFastener SuperStore carries wedge anchors in steel with a zinc finish & in stainless steel. Diameter sizes range from 1/4-10 up to 1" - 8 while lengths from 1 3/4" up to 12" are available. Made for heavy duty applications, wedge anchors offer greater shear strength than expansion anchors. Used ...Carries E-Style; External Style & Internal Style Retaining Rings.2023-06-14T12:42:00+00:002023-06-14T12:42:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-e-style-external-style-internal-style-retaining-ringsE-Style Retaining Rings are available in standard or metric sizes, and in 18-8 stainless steel or in steel with a black oxide finish at Fastener SuperStore. Designed for radial / vertical installation into machined grooves on shafts, E-rings require a deeper groove, but provide exceptional thrust loadings when compared to ...Fastener SuperStore Carries Over 1000 Unique Styles and Sizes of SEMS Screws2023-05-31T12:31:00+00:002023-05-31T12:31:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-over-1000-unique-styles-and-sizes-of-sems-screwsSEMS Screws are machine screws that come with a pre-attached washer. Utilizing SEMS screws for your application can be a significant time-saver over buying separate screws and washers and manually assembling them. SEMS Screws With External Tooth Lock Washers are the most commonly used style of SEMS screws. The angle ...Understanding & Preventing Galvanic Corrosion2023-05-09T12:26:00+00:002023-05-09T12:26:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/understanding-preventing-galvanic-corrosionGalvanic corrosion (sometimes called dissimilar metal corrosion) is the technical name for what happens when different types of metals are coupled in an environment that contains electrolytes - generally speaking, water. One of the metals becomes a positively charged electrode, an anode, while the other becomes the negatively charged cathode. ...Galvanized Parts Available at Fastener SuperStore!2023-04-26T19:16:00+00:002023-04-26T19:16:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/galvanized-parts-available-at-fastener-superstoreFasteners that are galvanized (also known as hot dip galvanized) have been submerged in molten zinc, covering the part in an extra thick, zinc shell. This submersion process is what separates galvanized parts from steel / zinc parts. Zinc plated parts are created using an electrical process and are covered ...Looking For Screws With Powerful Torque & Great Resistance to Stripping2023-04-14T12:07:00+00:002023-04-14T12:07:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/looking-for-screws-with-powerful-torque-great-resistance-to-stripping-try-square-drive-screwsScrews come in a wide variety of drive styles, each offering different benefits. One of the most popular, and efficient, drives styles available are square drives. This deep set yet simple drive style provides strong torque action, while almost completely preventing slippage or stripping. Once your square bit is inserted ...Nylon Insert Locknuts in a Variety of Styles, Sizes, Materials & Finishes2023-03-31T18:21:18.953000+00:002023-03-31T18:21:18.953000+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/nylon-insert-locknuts-in-a-variety-of-styles-sizes-materials-finishesSometimes known as stop nuts, nylon insert locknuts are a great solution for a strong, semi-permanent nut to use with machine screws or bolts. We carry several styles, including domed cap nuts; flange style; heavy hex; heavy hex thin; high type; light hex standard & light hex thin. Light hex ...Part Bagging / Printed Bag Options2023-03-09T18:13:00+00:002023-03-09T18:13:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/part-bagging-printed-bag-options-at-fastener-superstoreAre you currently performing the tedious, manual task of bagging the fasteners you provide with your products? If so, Fastener SuperStore can provide you with a quote for whatever bagging requirements you have, including printed bags. We work with professional baggers and printers to provide you with the great looking ...3, 4 & 6 Prong Tee Nuts Available2023-02-16T11:08:00+00:002023-02-16T11:08:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/3-4-6-prong-tee-nuts-available-at-fastener-superstoreTee Nuts are internally threaded, barrel-shaped fasteners matched with a flat base. The base features cut out prongs which extend in the same direction as the barrel. We offer tee nuts 3, 4 and 6 prong configurations in a variety of diameters and barrel lengths. Often used in climbing systems, ...Rack Mounting Cage & Clip Nuts in Packages of 25 or 1000 pieces2023-02-01T11:01:00+00:002023-02-01T11:01:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/rack-mounting-cage-clip-nuts-in-packages-of-25-or-1000-piecesServer Racks were originally built with round threaded or unthreaded holes for mounting equipment. Once cage nuts were developed, square holes became the preferred option as they allowed for fast and easy installation without tools. Cage nuts are still used with threaded screw,however the screw attaches to a nut that ...Stamped, Cold Forged & Washer Base Wing Nuts Available2023-01-12T10:50:00+00:002023-01-12T10:50:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/stamped-cold-forged-washer-base-wing-nuts-available-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore carries Wing Nuts in three different styles: Stamped, Cold Forged & Washer Base. Wing nuts are great options when you need a strong hold that can easily be adjusted by hand as needed. Stamped Wing Nuts get their name because they are "stamped" into their shape from flat ...Deep Thread Wood Screws are Perfect for Woodworking2022-12-28T10:44:00+00:002022-12-28T10:44:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/deep-thread-wood-screws-are-perfect-for-woodworking-cabinet-applicationsDid you know that our deep-thread wood screws are ideal for use in woodworking & in cabinet making & installation? The extra deep threads provide greater resistance to pull-out forces as compared to standard wood screws. Our woodworking & cabinet screw selection features almost 800 unique screws. Use the convenient ...Nylon Wallboard Anchors By the Hundreds or the Thousands2022-12-09T10:40:00+00:002022-12-09T10:40:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/nylon-wallboard-anchors-by-the-hundreds-or-the-thousands-at-fastener-superstoreAs light duty anchors, Nylon Wallboard Anchors are about as easy to use as it gets. The only tool needed is a philips screwdriver. Simply put the pointed tip of the anchor against your drywall surface, and, with a little force to start, screw it into the wall. Once it's ...Back Up Washers for Rivets2022-11-14T17:26:00+00:002022-11-14T17:26:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-product-line-back-up-washers-for-rivetsOver the years, we've had many requests to carry Back Up Washers For Rivets . We're happy to announce that we've added this useful product to our lineup. Back up washers for rivets are sometimes used to provide a larger bearing surface on the front end of a rivet installation. ...Black Anodized Aluminum Rivets2022-10-13T16:42:00+00:002022-10-13T16:42:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-product-alert-black-anodized-aluminum-rivetsIn September, Fastener SuperStore rolled out a new product line of dome head, aluminum black anodized rivets. Anodizing is achieved through a process of bathing parts in acidic chemicals and then adding an electrical current to the bath. The chemical reaction triggers the formation of hydrogen, then oxygen, on the ...Three Styles of Mil-Spec Pins Available2022-09-21T16:57:00+00:002022-09-21T16:57:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/three-styles-of-mil-spec-pins-available-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore now carries 3 styles of Mil-Spec Pins: MS16555 - Dowel Pins - Like all dowel pins, this line consists of solid, cylindrical-shaped metal, tapered on each side: One side is chamfered while the other is radiused to form a crown. Made with extreme precision, the chamfered end is ...Check Out Our Selection of Light Duty Anchors For Use in Drywall2022-07-14T16:25:00+00:002022-07-14T16:25:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/check-out-our-selection-of-light-duty-anchors-for-use-in-drywall-and-other-hollow-wallsFastener SuperStore carries 3 styles of Plastic Anchors used for hollow walls. Bantam Plug Conical Anchors come in blue & are probably the most commonly used plastic anchors. Tapered & Ribbed Anchors come in white. The ribbed part of these anchors helps them resist pulling out. These 2 types can ...Perfect Screws for Metal Roof Installation2022-06-09T19:16:00+00:002022-06-09T19:16:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/screws-with-attached-bonded-neoprene-washers-are-the-perfect-solution-for-installing-metal-roofsMetal roofs of the type installed from formed panels of sheet metal, are a common roofing solution for barns, sheds, gazebos and other outbuildings. They offer benefits such as great durability, fire resistance and a long life. Fastener SuperStore carries the screws you will need to install a new metal ...Your Source For Torx Drive Screws2022-04-29T22:19:00+00:002022-04-29T22:19:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/your-source-for-torx-drive-screwsFastener SuperStore carries Torx® Drive Screws in 9 different categories, containing over 2,600 unique parts! Torx Drive screws are also known as Star Drive or Six-Lobe Screws. As one of the more recently developed styles of drives, they have quickly gained popularity as an alternative to phillips drive screws. The ...All About Threads - Fine, Coarse, Metric and More2022-03-22T22:23:00+00:002022-03-22T22:23:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/all-about-threads-fine-coarse-metric-and-moreMany unique screw types look very similar at first glance. Our screw thread guide might help in finding the style you really need. Almost every different style of screw, bolt or nut, has a unique thread style designed to make it the right part for its designated use (drywall, deck, ...Need help finding the correct measurement for a screw or bolt?2022-02-17T22:07:00+00:002022-02-17T22:07:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/need-help-finding-the-correct-measurement-for-a-screw-or-boltFastener SuperStore has a guide for that! When shopping for screws or bolts, nothing is more important than finding the correct size for your application. Factors such as the thickness of the materials you are fastening together will dictate what size you need, but once you find that information, how ...Concrete Screws in cartons of 100, or get a quote for larger quantities2022-01-12T16:53:00+00:002022-01-12T16:53:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/concrete-screwsFastener SuperStore carries Phillips Drive / Flat Head and Slotted Drive / Hex Washer Head Concrete Screws in lots of 100. Each lot comes with a masonry drill bit, as concrete screws require a pilot hole. These screws are made from case hardened steel, which allows them to maintain sharp ...Easy Access to Certificates of Conformance2021-11-12T23:45:00+00:002021-11-12T23:45:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-feature-easy-access-to-certificates-of-conformanceFastener SuperStore recently enhanced our motto of "Fastener Buying Made Simple" by adding a feature that allows registered users to access, download and print Certificates of Conformance (C of C's) for all shipped parts. A Certificate of Conformance is a certified document stating that parts conform to the specification on ...Slotted Precision Shoulder Screws2021-10-04T19:50:00+00:002021-10-04T19:50:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/socket-drive-precision-shoulder-screwsSlotted Precision Shoulder Screws are also available in diameter-thread counts of 4-40, 6-32, 8-32 & 10-32, & with shoulder lengths from 1/8" to 1 1/2" long. Like their socket drive counterparts, they feature a shoulder that's wider than their threads which provides the surface area that rests on the material ...Socket Drive Precision Shoulder Screws in Stainless Steel2021-09-07T19:45:00+00:002021-09-07T19:45:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/socket-drive-precision-shoulder-screws-in-stainless-steelPrecision Shoulder Screws with a socket drive are available in diameter-thread counts of 4-40, 6-32, 8-32 & 10-32, & with shoulder lengths from 1/8" to 1 1/2" long. They feature a shoulder that's wider than their threads which provides the surface area that rests on the material that is being ...Nearly 1000 Unique Carriage Bolts in Various Styles, Sizes, Materials & Finishes.2021-08-26T19:40:00+00:002021-08-26T19:40:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/nearly-1000-unique-carriage-bolts-in-various-styles-sizes-materials-finishesCarriage Bolts feature a rounded low-profile head with a square neck underneath, and are available in full-threaded and partially threaded options. The square neck is used to provide stability when tightening a nut onto the bolt. Tapping it tightly into a properly sized pilot hole allows the corners of the ...Carries Hanger Bolts in Full Thread and Plain Center Styles, and in Steel / Zinc and 18-8 Stainless Steel2021-07-15T19:33:00+00:002021-07-15T19:33:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-carries-hanger-bolts-in-full-thread-and-plain-center-styles-and-in-steel-zinc-anAt Fastener SuperStore, we carry a full line of hanger bolts, with diameter sizes ranging from 6-32 up to 1/2-13, and lengths from 5/8" to 12". Hanger bolts have a wood screw thread on one end, while the other end features a machine screw thread. They're designed for hanging material ...The Strange & Confusing World of Rivet Part Numbers2021-06-21T19:20:00+00:002021-06-21T19:20:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/the-strange-confusing-world-of-rivet-part-numbersAny idea what the following have in common? ADS64 ABS64 AD64BS 6-4ASD A/S 64D BSP-64 GSMD64A Answer: Searching for any of them on Fastener SuperStore will bring up our part #218678. You see, rivet manufacturers make consistent types of rivets that meet certain exact specifications. However, in the hopes of ...Mil-Spec Parts in a Variety of Styles, Sizes & Materials2021-05-20T19:15:00+00:002021-05-20T19:15:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/mil-spec-parts-in-a-variety-of-styles-sizes-materials-at-fastener-superstoreThere are tens of thousands of Mil-Spec parts in the world, and we can't claim to carry them all, but we do carry a wide selection of some of the most common styles of mil-spec fasteners. Mil-Spec parts are also known as Military Standard and are manufactured to exacting standards ...Dock Washers in Steel with a Plain or Galvanized Finish2021-04-16T09:13:00+00:002021-04-16T09:13:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/dock-washers-in-steel-with-a-plain-or-galvanized-finishDock Washers are available in steel with a galvanized or plain finish. Featuring a large outer diameter, dock washers offer significantly greater thickness than other washer styles. Commonly used in dock and construction applications. Check out our selection here !New Product Alert: Bushings2021-03-16T09:09:00+00:002021-03-16T09:09:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-product-alert-bushingsBushings are a cylindrical machine part with a wavy shaped opening one side. Both ends have chamfered edges, allowing for easy installation with a hammer or hydraulic press. They resist wear, maintain performance in harsh environments and can withstand temperatures up to 350° celcius. Check out our selection here !Hex Standoffs in a Variety of Configurations, Sizes & Materials2021-02-24T09:01:00+00:002021-02-24T09:01:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/hex-standoffs-in-a-variety-of-configurations-sizes-materials-at-fastener-superstoreFemale / Female Hex Standoffs come in standard sizes and in a variety of materials. Sizing for hex standoffs is displayed with the width across the flats of the outside (also known as the outer diameter or OD) listed first. Our female / female hex standoffs come in ODs starting ...E-Style, External Style & Internal Style Retaining Rings2021-01-25T01:26:00+00:002021-01-25T01:26:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/e-style-external-style-internal-style-retaining-rings-at-fastener-superstoreE-Style Retaining Rings have a small prong in the middle of their circular "E" shape. That prong, along with the inner portion of the two prongs at the ends of the ring, rests against the inside of a grooved portion of a shaft. Most of the ring rests outside the ...Need Tamper Resistant Screws2020-12-11T20:54:00+00:002020-12-11T20:54:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/need-tamper-resistant-screws-we-can-quote-you-on-thatIf you need a quote for tamper resistant screws, Fastener SuperStore is the place for you. We can now offer pricing on a variety of tamper proof screw options, as well as the drivers needed to install them. These parts are not on our site yet, but like all of ...Socket Drive Screws2020-11-25T17:54:00+00:002020-11-25T17:54:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/socket-drive-screws-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore carries a huge selection of socket drive screws in a variety of styles, sizes, materials & finishes. Socket Head Cap Screws : Great for applications which require a clean finished appearance, socket head cap screws are made so that the head can be recessed to become level with ...Self Drilling Screws With Neoprene Sealing Washers2020-10-23T20:51:00+00:002020-10-23T20:51:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/self-drilling-screws-with-neoprene-sealing-washersNeoprene Washers are a Great Way to Create a Tight Seal When Used with Self-Drilling or Self-Piercing Screws. Fastener SuperStore carries Self-Drilling Screws with attached neoprene washers in steel with a zinc finish and in 18-8 stainless steel . Below the hex heads of these screws is a thin, conical ...Concrete Screws: A Great Alternative to Anchors2020-09-10T20:38:00+00:002020-09-10T20:38:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/concrete-screws-a-great-alternative-to-anchorsFastener SuperStore carries Concrete Screws in Hex Washer Head and Countersunk/Flat Head options. For light and medium duty applications into masonry, bricks & concrete, Concrete Screws are a great alternative to anchors. Fastener SuperStore carries Concrete Screws with a hex head and a slotted drive, or with a flat head ...Black Oxide Parts2020-08-04T20:26:00+00:002020-08-04T20:26:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/black-oxide-parts-at-fastener-superstoreBlack Oxide Fasteners are increasing in popularity due to the variety of benefits they can provide. Unlike most other fastener finishes, black oxide is the result of a chemical conversion, rather than the adding or removing of materials. As a result of immersion in a heated alkaline aqueous salt solution, ...Square Drive Screws2020-07-16T20:18:00+00:002020-07-16T20:18:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/square-drive-screws-at-fastener-superstoreSometimes called "Robertson Drive Screws", square drive screws are a popular alternative to Phillips or Torx drives. Peter Lymburner Robertson is credited with popularizing the square drive style screw in Canada in the early 1900s. The square drive had been invented years before, but hadn't caught on until Robertson, frustrated ...4 Types of Lock Washers2020-06-24T17:01:00+00:002020-06-24T17:01:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/4-types-of-lock-washers-at-fastener-superstoreLooking for a way to increase the strength and hold of a connection between threaded fasteners? Lock Washers may be what you're looking for. Lock Washers can dramatically strengthen the connection between a screw or bolt to a nut. By providing a small amount of torsional resistance between the two ...Lag Screws / Lag Bolts2020-05-19T16:04:00+00:002020-05-19T16:04:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/lag-screws-lag-bolts-at-fastener-superstoreSome people call them Lag Screws. Some people call them Lag Bolts. We wanted to make sure you could find them, so we put them on both our Screw Category Page and on our Bolt Category Page. Lag Screws (we'll stick with that name for now) are multi-faceted and multi-functional. ...We've created a new way to search for Torx® Drive Screws2020-04-14T18:54:00+00:002020-04-14T18:54:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/weve-created-a-new-way-to-search-for-torxr-drive-screws-at-fastener-superstoreWhether you call them Star Drive, Six-Lobe or Torx® Drive Screws, it's undeniable that these screws provide greater driving torque and stability than almost any other screw drive style. The internal shape and increased contact points allow for increased torque, both when installing and when removing. Their design also reduce ...Metric Thread Forming Screws for Plastics2020-03-23T17:53:00+00:002020-03-23T17:53:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/metric-thread-forming-screws-for-plastics-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore has recently added over 500 new metric thread forming screws specifically made for use in plastics. We are now carrying 30° thread metric thread forming screws for plastics. Our spec sheets for these parts indicate "the 30° thread angle reduces the outward expansion of the material being displaced. ...RoHS Compliance at Fastener SuperStore2020-03-02T17:45:00+00:002020-03-02T17:45:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/rohs-compliance-at-fastener-superstoreWhat is RoHS? RoHS stands for "Restriction of Hazardous Substances" Directive and was adopted by the European Union in 2003. It restricts the use of several hazardous materials in electronic and electrical equipment. In its current amended version, RoHS 3, it includes ten total restricted substances. Who does RoHS affect? ...Two New Styles of Cable Ties Available - Mil-Spec and EZ-Off™ in 8 Colors2020-02-18T17:01:00+00:002020-02-18T17:01:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/two-new-styles-of-cable-ties-available-mil-spec-and-ez-offtm-in-8-colorsCable Ties, also known as Zip Ties are now available in Mil-Spec , as well as in 8 colors in the EZ-Off ™ Style. Mil-Spec Cable Ties are made in the USA and are UL approved. We now offer bulk quantities in sizes from 4.1" up to 36.7", and from ...Some Helpful Info About Rivets2020-01-29T18:13:00+00:002020-01-29T18:13:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/some-helpful-info-about-rivets-at-fastener-superstoreGrip Range is an important factor in identifying what rivet you need. Grip range tells you the range of combined thicknesses that a rivet can hold together. If you are riveting two items together which are both .09" thick, then you need a rivet with a grip range that covers ...Painted and Plated Parts2019-12-16T17:57:00+00:002019-12-16T17:57:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/painted-and-plated-parts-at-fastener-superstorePainting Services Several of our Oval Head Machine Screws are available with heads painted in white, ivory & brown. These Screws are commonly used to match electrical switchplates. If you need a different color, or a different part painted, we can get you a quote for the job. We can ...BSD vs. CSD Self-Drilling Screws2019-11-30T01:06:00+00:002019-11-30T01:06:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/bsd-vs-csd-self-drilling-screwsYou might notice some of our Self-Drilling Screw spec sheets refer to BSD and CSD styles. Here's a rundown of what those names mean, and when one or the other might be the appropriate screw for you to use. BSD Self-Drilling Screws Most standard self-drilling screws don't conform to UNC ...What in the World Are These Things?2019-10-17T00:38:00+00:002019-10-17T00:38:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/what-in-the-world-are-these-thingsWe get a lot of emails from people asking us to identify strange parts they've run into. Usually it's no problem, but occasionally we get stumped. Check out the two items below and let us know if you think you know what they are. We'll get back to the owners ...What Grade of Stainless Steel is Right for Your Application?2019-09-12T18:59:00+00:002019-09-12T18:59:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/what-grade-of-stainless-steel-is-right-for-your-application18-8 stainless steel, also sometimes called 304 stainless, is the most common type used for fasteners such as machine screws and nuts . It contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel and features strong corrosion resistance, but is softer, and thus weaker, than some other grades such as 410 stainless. Self-drilling ...Hex Head Cap Screws vs. Hex Tap Bolts2019-07-10T22:58:00+00:002019-07-10T22:58:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/hex-head-cap-screws-vs-hex-tap-boltsFastener SuperStore carries hex head bolts in the two most common styles: Hex Head Cap Screws and Hex Tap Bolts. Hex Head Cap Screws are the most common type of hex head bolt. Starting at 1/4" diameters and going up to 1 1/2", they are generally, but not always, partially ...Rack Mounting Nuts in Cage & Clip Style2019-06-18T23:46:00+00:002019-06-18T23:46:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/rack-mounting-nuts-in-cage-clip-styleFastener SuperStore carries Rack Mounting Nuts in common styles, sizes, configurations and quantities. Check out our selection below. Rack Mounting Cage Nuts were designed to support components that are installed into server racks. The caged design allows them to be used in racks with square holes. We offer cage nuts ...Spacers, Hex & Round2019-05-17T23:25:00+00:002019-05-17T23:25:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/spacers-hex-round-available-at-fastener-superstoreAt Fastener SuperStore, our parts selection includes over 650 different spacers of varying materials and sizes, in both hex and round shapes. Spacers are unthreaded and are used to hold components at a set distance apart from one another, usually with a screw or rod holding them in place. Hex ...Thread Cutting Screws: Types 1, 23, 25 & F Screws2019-04-02T17:18:00+00:002019-04-02T17:18:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/thread-cutting-screws-types-1-23-25-f-including-grounding-and-floorboard-screwsThread Cutting Screws come with sharp edges at the tip, along with a chip cavity or cutout line for clearing the cut material. We carry four unique styles at Fastener SuperStore: Type 1; Type 23; Type 25 & Type F. Type 1 Type 1 Thread Cutting Screws also have machine ...Four Styles of Blind Rivets Available2019-03-11T16:24:00+00:002019-03-11T16:24:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/four-styles-of-blind-rivets-available-at-fastener-superstoreBlind Rivets, also commonly called Pop Rivets, are available in four unique styles at Fastener SuperStore: Standard (Dome) Head; Large Flange; Countersunk Head; and Closed End. Dome Head Blind Rivets are the most commonly used. They feature a low profile head and a clean finished appearance. The head size is ...Fastener SuperStore Now Shipping to Canada2019-02-18T17:52:00+00:002019-02-18T17:52:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/fastener-superstore-now-shipping-to-canadaFastener SuperStore Website Now Accepting Canadian Orders We've recently updated Fastener SuperStore's online checkout to include and allow orders to all Canadian provinces. Just select Canada from the drop-down "Country" menu and you're all set. Canadian customers will need to select a "Collect" shipping option and use their own UPS ...Full Standard and Heavy Duty Cable Clamp Selection2019-01-29T17:57:00+00:002019-01-29T17:57:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/full-standard-and-heavy-duty-cable-clamp-selectionOur Cable Clamp selection includes clamping diameters from 1/8" to 1 1/2", with standard and heavy duty options. Cable clamps are sized by clamping diameter x hole size x contact length. Hole size refers to the hole where a screw will be installed to hold the cable clamp in place; ...White and UV Resistant Black Nylon Cable Ties in Package Size or Bulk2019-01-02T17:51:00+00:002019-01-02T17:51:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/white-and-uv-resistant-black-nylon-cable-ties-in-package-size-or-bulkFastener SuperStore carries Cable Ties in natural white nylon and in UV resistant black nylon. They can be purchased in small packaged quantities or in bulk. Lengths range from 4" to 36", with each step up in length providing additional tensile strength. Our white cable ties are made from Nylon ...Full Thread and Plain Center Hanger Bolts2018-12-14T23:46:00+00:002018-12-14T23:46:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/full-thread-and-plain-center-hanger-boltsFastener SuperStore carries a full line of hanger bolts, with diameter sizes ranging from 6-32 up to 1/2-13, and lengths from 5/8" to 12". Hanger bolts have a wood screw thread on one end, while the other end features a machine screw thread. They're designed for hanging material from, or ...Avoid Market Driven Price Changes with Blanket Orders2018-11-15T23:37:00+00:002018-11-15T23:37:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/avoid-market-driven-price-changes-with-blanket-ordersWith material costs and tariff rates becoming more unpredictable, "blanket orders" are a great way to save on purchases at Fastener SuperStore. A blanket order is a purchase agreement that takes advantage of set pricing and prearranged delivery dates. Setting up a blanket order with Fastener SuperStore can provide a ...SAE, USS, Machine Screw and Nylon Flat Washers2018-10-17T17:18:00+00:002018-10-17T17:18:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/sae-uss-machine-screw-and-nylon-flat-washersFastener SuperStore carries flat washers in a wide variety of styles, sizes, materials and finishes. Machine Screw Flat Washers - This style is common in smaller sizes, going from a #2 screw hole up to 3/8". They are also the thinnest type of flat washer, working best with machine screws ...Our Selection of Coupling Nuts, AKA Rod Couplings, AKA Couplers2018-09-20T17:12:00+00:002018-09-20T17:12:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/our-selection-of-coupling-nuts-aka-rod-couplings-aka-couplersFastener Superstore is your source for coupling nuts, also known as rod couplings. We carry standard coupling nuts in diameters from 1/4" up to 1", and in lengths from 7/16" to 3". Coupling nuts are longer than regular hex nuts and are used to join threaded rod or pipes together. ...Steel / Zinc Elevator Bolts2018-08-31T17:05:00+00:002018-08-31T17:05:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/steel-zinc-elevator-bolts-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore carries steel / zinc elevator bolts in the common diameter sizes of 1/4-20, 5/16-18 and 3/8-16. Lengths are available from 3/4" up to 3". Elevator bolts are similar to carriage bolts in that they are low profile and feature a square protrusion on the bottom side of the ...Great Selection of Deep Thread Wood Screws2018-08-20T18:24:00+00:002018-08-20T18:24:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/great-selection-of-deep-thread-wood-screwsIn 2015, we introduced a new line of wood screws called " Deep Thread Wood Screws ". Since that time, they have become one of our top selling product lines. The deeper thread recess greatly increases the holding power and offers greater resistance to pull out forces. Our deep thread ...Shipping Options at Fastener SuperStore2018-08-13T22:49:00+00:002018-08-13T22:49:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/shipping-options-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore offers a wide variety of shipping options. In order to help you choose the right one, all services are described below. We strive to ship your orders same day and from the nearest location with available stock. You can always call us or use our live chat to ...Green, Red & Tan Ceramic Deck Screws2018-07-12T21:12:00+00:002018-07-12T21:12:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/green-red-tan-ceramic-deck-screwsFastener SuperStore recently introduced three new styles of Deck Screws : Green Ceramic , Red Ceramic and Tan Ceramic . The ceramic coating is rated to a 1200 hour salt spray test, providing strong corrosion resistance. Salt spray testing is done with an accelerated corrosive attack on the parts, and ...Coiled Spring Pins2018-06-29T17:30:00+00:002018-06-29T17:30:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/coiled-spring-pinsWe've added thousands of new parts over the past month, including a complete new line of Coiled Spring Pins . We now carry over 100 size options in thermal black finish, which is similar to a black oxide conversion coating. Our selection in thermal black covers diameter sizes from 1/16" ...4 Styles of Drywall Screws2018-06-07T18:12:00+00:002018-06-07T18:12:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/4-styles-of-drywall-screws-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore carries four styles of Drywall Screws : Coarse Thread, Fine Thread, Self-Drilling and High Low Style. Coarse thread drywall screws are the perfect fasteners for hanging standard drywall to wooden wall studs. We carry these screws with bugle heads and trim heads; both designed to countersink into drywall ...3 Styles of Deck Screws2018-05-17T16:26:00+00:002018-05-17T16:26:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/3-styles-of-deck-screws-at-fastener-superstoreFastener SuperStore carries 136 Unique Deck Screws in three categories: 18-8 stainless steel, dacrotized finish (ceramic coating) and stainless steel with a type 17 point. 18-8 stainless steel deck screws are very common because of their corrosion resistance properties. 18-8 is similar to 300 series stainless steel, and is a ...Countersunk Finishing & External Tooth Lock Washers2018-05-08T19:27:00+00:002018-05-08T19:27:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/countersunk-finishing-external-tooth-lock-washersFastener SuperStore carries two types of countersunk washers: Countersunk Finishing Washers and Countersunk External Tooth Lock Washers . Countersunk finishing washers are designed to accommodate the heads of countersunk style screws, such as standard flat head and oval head screws. They provide additional bearing surface on the material being fastened ...Inch - Millimeter Calculator2018-04-25T16:39:00+00:002018-04-25T16:39:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/inch-millimeter-calculatorMany metric sized fasteners do not have equivalent imperial / standard sizes. Anything with machine screw threads (parts that must fit an equivalent nut or hole) can't be equated to standard US sized fasteners. Nuts can also not be crossed with standard sizes, as there is no equivalency in thread ...Bonded Neoprene Sealing Washers2018-03-27T18:45:00+00:002018-03-27T18:45:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/now-at-fss-bonded-neoprene-sealing-washersFastener SuperStore now carries bonded neoprene sealing washers in steel with a galvanized finish, and in 18-8 stainless steel. These parts feature a conically shaped metal washer, with a neoprene (synthetic rubber) washer bonded to the bottom side. The neoprene side has a slightly smaller inner and outer diameter which ...Bonded Neoprene Sealing Washers2018-03-27T18:45:00+00:002018-03-27T18:45:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/new-at-fss-bonded-neoprene-sealing-washersFastener SuperStore now carries bonded neoprene sealing washers in steel with a galvanized finish, and in 18-8 stainless steel. These parts feature a conically shaped metal washer, with a neoprene (synthetic rubber) washer bonded to the bottom side. The neoprene side has a slightly smaller inner and outer diameter which ...Set Screws at Fastener SuperStore2018-03-14T23:38:00+00:002018-03-14T23:38:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/set-screws-at-fastener-superstoreIn the Socket section of the Fastener SuperStore website, you can find five styles of standard Set Screws and two styles of metric Set Screws. Our Set Screws are internally hex driven using a hex key / allen wrench. Fully threaded, these parts are used to hold an outer component, ...Acorn Nuts, AKA Cap Nuts2018-02-21T23:28:00+00:002018-02-21T23:28:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/acorn-nuts-aka-cap-nutsFastener SuperStore carries a wide array of Acorn, or Cap, Nuts. This style of nut can be used to create a decorative look, or for safety reasons by covering the exposed tip of a screw coming through a hole. Standard Low Crown Acorn Nuts are the most common style. We ...Concrete Screws2018-01-23T23:18:00+00:002018-01-23T23:18:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/concrete-screws-at-fastener-superstoreDouble lead threads and a diamond-shaped nail point allow Concrete Screws to self start in materials such as concrete, stone and brick. C ase hardened steel, along with high-low threads featuring notches cut into the high threads, help these screws cut deep into these hard materials. At Fastener SuperStore, we ...Lock Washer Selection at Fastener SuperStore2018-01-12T18:01:00+00:002018-01-12T18:01:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/lock-washers-at-fastener-superstoreAt Fastener SuperStore, we carry four styles of lock washers. Here's a quick look at each of these options. External Tooth Lock Washers feature twisted prongs, or teeth, on the outside of the washer. Since the external teeth provide a larger radius than other types of lock washers, these are ...All About Retaining Rings2018-01-01T17:49:00+00:002018-01-01T17:49:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/all-about-retaining-ringsAt Fastener SuperStore, we carry nearly 200 Retaining Ring size, style and material options: E Style Retaining Rings Rounded on the outside, with a wide opening, E-Style Retaining Rings are installed vertically onto machined grooves on shafts. The three internal areas of the ring maintain contact with the shaft, holding ...Self Tapping vs. Self Drilling Screws2017-11-25T18:25:00+00:002017-11-25T18:25:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/self-tapping-vs-self-drilling-screwsOne difficulty many of our customers face when searching for fasteners is the varying terminology that is used to describe parts. One of the most complex issues surrounds the terms "Self-Tapping"; "Self-Drilling" & "Sheet Metal" screws. A Self-Tapping Screw generally refers to a screw that can start its own hole ...1300 Options in our Socket Drive Screw Selection2017-11-24T18:14:00+00:002017-11-24T18:14:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/1300-options-in-our-socket-drive-screw-selectionFastener SuperStore carries over 1300 distinct sizes & styles of socket screws....Deep Thread Wood Screws2017-11-23T17:46:00+00:002017-11-23T17:46:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/deep-thread-wood-screws-at-fastener-superstoreWe've recently added several thousand new parts to our selection. Deep Thread Wood Screws has become a top seller from among this selection....Understanding Rivet Grip Range2017-11-22T16:41:00+00:002017-11-22T16:41:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/rivet-grip-rangeRivets are among the trickiest fastener types when it comes to finding the correct size for your application.
Grip range is the most important element in sizing a rivet, yet one of the least understood...Square Nuts at Fastener SuperStore2017-11-21T16:45:00+00:002017-11-21T16:45:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/square-nutsAt Fastener SuperStore, we carry three styles of square nuts. Regular Square Nuts; Heavy Square Nuts and Machine Screw Square Nuts.Panel Nuts at Fastener SuperStore2017-11-20T16:44:00+00:002017-11-20T16:44:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/panel-nutsPanel Nuts are thin nuts with smaller than normal surface areas.
Commonly used on switch mounts, volume controls and electrical fixtures...SEMS Screws: Pre-attached Screws & Washers2017-11-17T16:43:00+00:002017-11-17T16:43:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/sems-screwsSEMS Screws are a great way to cut production time and increase efficiency. If part of your work process involves installing lock washers onto screws, SEMS screws...New Metric & Stainless Roll / Spring Pins2017-11-16T16:43:00+00:002017-11-16T16:43:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/roll-spring-pinsKnown as Roll Pins or Spring Pins, these fasteners are made of rolled metal and work by creating spring tension...Bulbing Type Blind Rivets2017-11-15T16:43:00+00:002017-11-15T16:43:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/bulbing-type-blind-rivetsBulbing Type Blind Rivets are available in plain or black anodized aluminum...Lag Screws & Lag Screw Shields2017-11-14T16:42:00+00:002017-11-14T16:42:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/lag-screws-shieldsLag Screws, also known as Lag Bolts, feature a hex head with coarse threads...Genuine Mil Spec Parts at Fastener SuperStore2017-11-13T16:42:00+00:002017-11-13T16:42:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/mil-spec-partsFastener SuperStore carries a large variety of Mil-Spec parts. These parts are made to US Military Standards and must meet...3, 4 & 6 Prong Tee Nuts2017-11-10T16:42:00+00:002017-11-10T16:42:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/tee-nutsTee Nuts are available in 3, 4 and 6 prong configurations, and in a variety of diameters and barrel lengths...Four Styles of Thumb Screws at Fastener SuperStore2017-11-09T16:41:00+00:002017-11-09T16:41:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/thumb-screwsAt Fastener SuperStore we carry two types of Thumb Screws, each with two optional styles.Precision Shoulder Screws2017-11-09T09:23:00+00:002017-11-09T09:23:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/precision-shoulder-screwsFastener SuperStore carries Precision Shoulder Screws in almost 100 size & style variations...Square Head Machine Bolts & Square Nuts2017-10-11T16:44:00+00:002017-10-11T16:44:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/square-head-machine-bolts-nutsSquare Head Machine Bolts are available in steel with a plain finish. Combined with square nuts or hex nuts...Rack Mounting Cage & Clip Nuts2017-10-06T16:26:00+00:002017-10-06T16:26:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/rack-mounting-cage-and-clip-nutsFor over a decade, Fastener SuperStore has been THE source for Rack Mounting Nuts. We carry both Cage and Clip styles and we offer the most common sizes in packs of 25 or 1000 pieces, and with or without matching screws. Cage Nuts consist of a square nut inside of ...Cold Forged, Stamped & Washer Base Wing Nuts2017-10-06T04:22:00+00:002017-10-06T04:22:00+00:00Jeff Estoppeyhttp://www.fastenersuperstore.com/blog/wing-nutsWing Nuts are are popular in applications where strong torque is not required, and on parts that are frequently disassembled or adjusted. The three most common styles are all available at Fastener SuperStore. Stamped wing nuts are formed from sheet metal. While usually the least expensive of the wing nut ...