Galvanic corrosion occurs when two dissimilar metals come into electrical contact with a conductive electrolyte that is usually rainwater or groundwater. If aluminum and carbon steel are connected and immersed in seawater, the aluminum is likely to corrode more quickly, whilst the steel will receive protection. This is a...
Are you on the hunt for reliable, high-quality fasteners? If so, you will likely have come across the carriage bolt variety. Below, we take a look at what a carriage bolt is and when is the best time to use one.
There are many different types of materials used to manufacture fasteners. Some of the most common include stainless steel, alloy steel, chrome, brass, aluminum, and brass. Here at Marsh Fasteners, we specialize in stainless steel fasteners for a variety of industries including the boat building and...
Thread galling is also often referred to as ‘cold welding’. It is a very common problem that, luckily, also has a solution. But before we get into that, let us address the question ‘what is thread galling?’:
Thread galling usually occurs...
