We've created a handy guide of common types of screws and bolts as well as the main head and driver types that can be found.
The guide includes an image, description, alternative names, head types and driver types for common screws and bolts to help you select the right one for your application.
Boring with the Right Angle While there are many factors to consider when specifying the components for a modular boring tool—boring head, tool size, number of extensions and machine spindle adapter—these are not the most important factors when it comes to boring success. There are two additional considerations—insert holder and lead angle, both of which…
Ball Joint Drum Coupling Customization The Cardan Universal Coupling uses cross bearings to connect the flanges at both ends, which can transmit torque that is not on the same axis. The diagonal compensation can reach more than 25°, and the spline connection can compensate for the axial displacement in a large distance. With high carrying…
Aug. 18, 2020 (Lincolnshire, Ill.) – Klein Tools, for professionals since 1857,introduces a new line of Safety Helmets, building upon the same features and attributes of the Klein HardHats with a focus on safety, comfort and fit. The new helmets’ compact and lightweight design allow easyaccess to confined spaces and make them ideal for at-height…
Effects of Five-Axis Automated Machining on Tooling How is automated five-axis machining boosting productivity? In a recently published article in Manufacturing Engineering, BIG KAISER’s workholding product manager, John Zaya, contributes to the conversations of the evolution of five-axis machines and how that affects tooling. “The primary considerations when looking at tooling during the transition to…
October 13, 2017 Categories Other Tags Formal compressed air system audits are costly and can be quite involved,. Experts are available to do this with expensive equipment in very large factory operations. But what about smaller facility where the cost and time is hard to justify? In this case a simple “Check the Line” walk…
What are Nut and Bolt Fasteners? Fasteners are fundamental devices that share a common function of joining and securing two materials. Bolts are externally threaded fasteners with greater holding strength than common screws. At the same time, nuts are internally threaded to mate with bolts in assembly and provide a greater grip on fastened objects. …