The difference between common bolts and high-strength bolts

Common bolts and high-strength bolts are widely used in industry and construction to connect and secure objects. Although they have the same function in terms of connection capacity, there are still certain differences between these components and they are suitable for different types of structures. To understand the difference between common bolts and high-strength bolts, read this article from Wanbo Fastener.

What are common bolts and high-strength bolts? What are the common types of bolts? What is a high-strength bolt? Before understanding the difference between common bolts and high-strength bolts, let’s review these two types of fasteners with Wanbo Fastener.

Conventional Bolts: This is a mechanical component used to connect and fix various parts to a solid structure. Therefore, the average durability of bolts is usually 4.6 – 6.6, making their material cost cheaper than other mechanical components.

High-Strength Bolts: Similar to conventional bolts, this material is also used for parts connection in the construction industry, but its durability grade is 8.8 or higher and has very good load-bearing capacity. Therefore, high-strength bolts are often used in engineering projects that require durability and high load-bearing capacity.

  Common bolts grade are 4.6, 4.8, 5.6, 5.8, 6.6: High strength bolts are above 8.8, the most common are 8.8, 10.9, and 12.9.

  Common bolts for small and medium loads, strength requirements are not high, the price is cheap; High-strength bolts are expensive for large steel structure projects or applications requiring large loads, such as Bridges, roads, and the construction of prefabricated steel structures.

Should we use regular bolts or high strength bolts?

  In fact, the use of ordinary bolts or high-strength bolts will depend on the purpose of the project and the construction project. To choose the right bolt type, users can consider the following factors:

If mechanical parts are used in civil engineering, conventional bolts should be selected to save costs.

 If connecting parts are required in projects that require high durability and load capacity, select high-strength bolts to ensure safety and long-term stability.

Should we use regular bolts or high strength bolts?

The choice of a normal bolt or a high strength bolt will depend on the intended use

Wanbo Fastener – offers high quality bolts

  At present, Wanbo Fastener is proud to be one of the leading companies in the metals industry, providing quality bolts and metal parts to customers worldwide at competitive prices. We always offer high quality bolts that fully meet different technical standards from expansion bolts, hex bolts, anchor bolts to galvanizing. As a result, we are confident that we can meet and fully supply the required components in wholesale and retail quantities, from ordinary bolts to high strength bolts.

Therefore, the above article clarifies the basic difference between ordinary bolts and high-strength bolts, and how to choose the right bolt type for each application.


Post time: Nov-13-2024