Last Updated on February 22, 2024 by Marsh Fasteners
Do you need 316 stainless steel carriage bolts? Marsh Fasteners has been a supplier of quality stainless steel fasteners and hardware in Jupiter, FL, for more than thirty years. 316 Stainless steel carriage bolts are often applied at critical structural joints and are commonly used with materials such as wood and metal.
The bolts are manufactured from 316 stainless steel, making them highly corrosion-resistant, with low yield stress and high tensile strength. It is the ideal bolt for wooden decks or marine structures like piers, where wood and steel are connected. 316 Stainless steel is an austenitic stainless steel, to which 2 to 3 percent Molybdenum is added, increasing its resistance to corrosive agents, including acids and salt water.
Marsh Fasteners is a wholesale supplier of stainless steel, bronze, brass, aluminum, nylon and hot dip galvanized fasteners, chemical fasteners, and tools. We are a stocking distributor for leading manufacturers and serve a range of industries, including solar, water & utilities, and coastal construction. Our pricing is competitive, and our knowledgeable staff is friendly. All our products are packaged based on our customer’s needs.
316 Stainless Steel Carriage Bolt Uses
The 316 stainless steel carriage bolts sold by Marsh Fasteners are also known as coach bolts or round-head square neck bolts. They have a domed head, with a square section under the head designed to lock the bolt into position when used in soft materials like wood. It stops the bolt from spinning when it is tightened or loosened. Carriage bolts are a heavy-duty fastening solution primarily used to join different types of timber or fasten metal to wood.
The corrosion-resistant nature of the 316 stainless steel, combined with the carriage bolt’s design, makes them the ideal fastener for docks, jetties, and bridges at ports and harbors. Manufacturing, rail, and automotive industries utilize carriage bolts, as does the racing car industry. Due to their high tensile strength, the bolts secure suspension components such as roll cages and other safety equipment in racing cars.
Types of 316 Stainless Steel Carriage Bolts
Marsh Fasteners stocks domed-head, full-thread 316 stainless steel carriage bolts in an extensive range of sizes and lengths. Don’t hesitate to ask our helpful staff if you don’t see the size or length you need. Our carriage bolts are unified national course (UNC) right-hand threads and must be fastened by turning them clockwise.
The 316 stainless steel carriage bolts are sold in specific quantities, but we do sell all items in bulk. We stock the following 316 stainless steel products as part of our 316 stainless steel carriage bolt range:
- Finish hex nuts
- Heavy hex finish nuts
- Hex cap nuts
- Nylon insert lock nuts
- Coupling nuts
- Fender washers
- Lock washers
- Flat washers
- SAE flat washers
- Thick square flat washers.
Did you know Marsh Fasteners has a large in-house shop for cutting and machining fasteners? We do short runs, bulk, prototyping, and specials. Do you need specialty square washers and plates in 316 or 304 (18-8) stainless steel? We can manufacture them for you!
Advantages of 316 Stainless Steel Carriage Bolts
There are several advantages to using 316 stainless steel carriage bolts stocked by March Fasteners. The domed head shape is a security feature. It makes the bolt tamper-resistant since you can only access one side to loosen it. They are also aesthetically pleasing and enhance items like wood-frame umbrellas often seen at beach-side hotels. The carriage bolt’s high tensile strength is perfect for structures consistently exposed to vibrations or those carrying heavy loads. A primary advantage of using 316 stainless steel carriage bolts is their highly corrosion-resistant nature.
Do you want to streamline your fastener purchases? Marsh Fasteners offers quality 316 stainless steel carriage bolts at competitive prices. Shop online now!
