1045 Steel for F1554 Grade 55
Can SAE 1045 round bar be used to manufacture F1554 Grade 55 anchor bolt?
FAQs
Overtapping Mechanically Galvanized Nuts
What are the overtapping allowances for mechanically galvanized nuts?
A320 L7 vs A320 L43
What is the difference between ASTM A320 L7 and ASTM A320 L43?
Tie Rod Mounting Brackets
Does Portland Bolt manufacture the mounting brackets for tie rod assemblies?
Published Prices
Why doesn’t Portland Bolt advertise prices on the website?
Torque for Stainless Steel
Why does Portland Bolt’s torque chart not have values for stainless steel fasteners?
SAE 4340 and ASTM F1554
Do bolts made from SAE 4340 material meet the requirements of ASTM F1554?
B7 Length Tolerance
What is the length tolerance on ASTM A193 Grade B7 bolts?
Substituting F1554 Grade 55 for Grade 36
My bolt supplier said they can substitute ASTM F1554 Grade 55 anchor bolts for the F1554 Grade 36 anchor bolts that are specified on my project. Is this correct?
DTI Washer Configuration
I am installing some A325 bolts, and I am using direct-tension-indicator (DTI) washers. Does the DTI replace the F436 washer that I would normally use, or do I still use a standard F436 washer?
Grade 36 Weldability
Are F1554 grade 36 bolts always weldable?
Square F436 Washers
Does Portland Bolt make square F436 hardened washers?
A36 Weldability
Is ASTM A36 steel round bar always weldable?
A307 Weldability
Are ASTM A307 bolts and rods always weldable?
SAE Grade Markings
What are the grade marking requirements for SAE rods or studs?
Extra Washers
Are there restrictions on using extra washers to accomodate tightening a nut onto a bolt that may be a bit too long and the nut is running out of thread?
Proper Bolt Tension
What is the proper tension for an anchor bolt, headed bolt, stainless steel bolt or bent bolt?
Mixing Finishes on Nuts and Bolts
Can I use a mechanically galvanized nut with a hot-dip or electroplate galvanized bolt (or vice versa)?