Hexagon head bolts (more commonly known as hex bolts or hex cap screws) are reliable fasteners offering high performance and ultimate quality, making them extremely versatile in fastener selection and used in a variety of applications in countless industries. Below are some common applications.
Applications
- Construction and Infrastructure:
- Used in structural steel erection or bridges and commercial building construction.
- A more proper fastener type with a higher level of resume safety when fastening heavy materials such as beams and girders.
- Automotive Industry:
- Used in assembling vehicle chassis, engines, and suspension systems.
- Critical fastener type to consider when fastening loose parts specified with high levels of vibration and stress.
- Machinery and Equipment:
- Commonly used in assembling heavy machinery and industrial equipment.
- Secure machine parts where high-strength fastening is required.
- Marine Industry:
- Utilized in shipbuilding for fastening heavy components exposed to harsh conditions.
- Typically made from corrosion-resistant materials like stainless steel.
- Energy Sector:
- Used in wind turbines, oil rigs, and solar panel installations.
- Very specialist high performance types available for nuclear plants and thermal energy plants.
- Home Improvement and DIY:
- Could be used to assemble furniture, desk, mount shelves and can be used for any other home improvements projects.
Key Uses
- High-Tension Joints:
- Hex bolts are ideal for joints requiring high clamping force, such as flanged connections.
- Metal-to-Metal Fastening:
- Provide secure connections in metal structures and frames.
- Wood-to-Metal Fastening:
- Used in securing wood beams to steel supports in construction.
- High-Pressure and High-Temperature Environments:
- Specific hex bolts are designed for extreme conditions, such as in the oil and gas industry.
- Corrosion-Resistant Applications:
- Coated or stainless-steel hex bolts are used in environments prone to rust, like coastal or industrial areas.
- Precision Assembly:
- Often used in applications requiring precision, as the hexagonal shape allows for even torque distribution.
Advantages
- Ease of Use: Hex bolts can be put in compact locations, they may be tightened or loosened using normal sockets and wrenches.
- Versatility: Offered in wide variety of sizes and materials with different coatings for different applications.
- Durability: Designed to withstand harm, prevent decomposition, support heavy loads and function in scorching, freezing or water-saturated settings.
Hex bolts can have specific coating, threading or material type including other specialized application which may improve the performance.
