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How to Calculate Fastener Torque

How to Calculate Fastener Torque

At the heart of what makes fasteners reliable and resilient is the concept of torque. Torque isn’t just a measure of turning force; it’s the key to ensuring that the components and machinery held together by these small but mighty parts stay put.聽 Below, we鈥檒l take a look at the science behind calculating fastener torque. … Read more

Capabilities of a Custom Fastener Manufacturer

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At 黑料网, we鈥檙e a leading manufacturer of American-made custom fasteners. But if you know anything about the fastener industry, you know that the word 鈥渃ustom鈥 can mean different things to different people and different situations. So, what are those differences, and what exactly does 鈥渃ustom fastener鈥 mean to us? This article will fill you in. … Read more

Types of Self-Locking Fasteners

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There are many different categories and types of fasteners available. One of the categories that we deal with a lot at 黑料网 is the self-locking fastener category. Not sure what that is, or what it entails? We鈥檒l fill you in below. What Are Self-Locking Fasteners? Self-locking fasteners are exactly what they sound like: fasteners with ... Read more

Engine Fasteners: Types & Applications

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You might be shocked by the number of fasteners required to build an engine and keep it running properly. But these fasteners are critical to the engine鈥檚 performance, which is why it鈥檚 so important to purchase them from a trusted manufacturer. Not only do you need the right parts, but you need to factor in ... Read more

What Is Fastener Yield Strength?

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In this article, we鈥檙e talking about yield strength 鈥斅爋ne of the many measurements and specifications a fastener needs to meet to qualify for a particular grade or property class. We鈥檒l talk about what yield strength means, how it鈥檚 measured, and how it relates to some other common fastener terminology. What Is Yield Strength? Yield strength ... Read more

What Is Fastener Proof Load?

The fastener industry is filled with so many technical terms and measurements that it can be difficult to keep them all straight. In this article, we鈥檙e breaking down one of them for you: proof load. We鈥檒l talk about what proof load is, how it鈥檚 tested and measured, and how it relates to some other common ... Read more

Stainless vs. Carbon vs. Alloy Steel Fasteners

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Fasteners can be made of all sorts of materials, but three of the most common are all types of steel: Carbon steel Alloy steel Stainless steel Let鈥檚 take a look at these types of steel, their properties, and how they may or may not suit your fastener application. What to Consider When Comparing Steel Materials ... Read more

What Are Fasteners? And Other FAQs

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The fastener industry can be complex and technical, especially when you get into the realm of per-spec, specialty parts. We鈥檙e here to help you navigate it. If you鈥檙e looking for general information on what fasteners are, what they鈥檙e used for, how they鈥檙e made, and more, you鈥檙e in the right place. Below are 15 of our … Read more

How to Determine Coefficient of Friction in Fasteners

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In order to ensure optimal performance, many fasteners must undergo rigorous testing prior to implementation. Torque-tension testing is probably the most common of these tests, but we鈥檝e already walked through the basics of that in this previous article. In this article, we鈥檒l cover a test that鈥檚 less common, but just as important to know about … Read more