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===Expanding bolt===
 
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A bolt that expands on tightening. Fixes into masonry - but not near edges, or it'll split the masonry.
 
A bolt that expands on tightening. Fixes into masonry - but not near edges, or it'll split the masonry.

Revision as of 18:56, 28 March 2012

More bolt types will be added as and when. Please chip in!

Bolt types

Roofing bolt

Roofing bolts

A particularly versatile pattern of bolt

Chicago Bolt

Chicago bolts
  • Aka interscrew or sex bolt
  • One half is hollow, the 2 halves screw together
  • Mainly used for fixing kitchen cabinets together
  • Available in all plastic, all metal or a mix.
  • Miniature ones used for stationery are called binding screws

Coach bolt

J Bolt

A J shaped clamp

Expanding bolt

Expansion bolts

A bolt that expands on tightening. Fixes into masonry - but not near edges, or it'll split the masonry.

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