{"product_id":"hillman-fasteners-240162-carriage-bolt-3-8-16-x-2-1-2-in-50-pack","title":"Hillman Fasteners 240162 Carriage Bolt 3\/8-16 X 2-1\/2 in 50 Pack","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HILLMAN FASTENERS 240162 is a 3\/8-16 x 2-1\/2 inch steel carriage bolt with a round head, square neck, and coarse thread pattern. Carriage bolts are designed for through-bolting wood-to-wood and wood-to-metal connections. The square neck locks into the material as the nut is tightened, preventing the bolt from spinning during installation. This 50-pack format suits contractors, maintenance crews, and tradespeople who need reliable fasteners in quantity for framing, equipment mounting, or structural assembly work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarriage bolts in this size range are commonly used in residential and light commercial construction, including deck framing, fence installation, structural wood connections, and equipment anchoring. The 3\/8-16 coarse thread designation is a widely used standard size that pairs with standard 3\/8-16 hex nuts and washers. The round dome head provides a finished appearance on the exposed face of the connection. This pack of 50 is suited for job-site stock or repetitive fastening tasks where consistent hardware is needed across multiple connection points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3\/8-16 coarse thread for strong thread engagement and resistance to vibration loosening\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRound dome head with square neck prevents rotation during nut tightening without a tool on the bolt end\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSteel construction provides strength for structural and general-purpose connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-1\/2 inch length suits medium-thickness wood-to-wood and wood-to-metal assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e50-pack quantity supports job-site bulk use and reduces per-unit cost on larger projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard 3\/8-16 coarse thread carriage bolt compatible with 3\/8-16 hex nuts and flat washers in typical through-bolt applications for wood framing and general structural assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarriage bolts are installed by driving the bolt through a pre-drilled hole sized to match the bolt diameter, allowing the square neck to seat flush into the material. A flat washer and hex nut are threaded onto the exposed end and tightened with a wrench. No tool is required on the bolt head once the square neck is seated. Follow applicable building codes, including IRC or IBC requirements, when using carriage bolts in structural connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8-16\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Square Neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Coarse\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 50 pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 51 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: HILLMAN FASTENERS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 240162\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HILLMAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51559962313010,"sku":"240162","price":263.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/a9aca8f191d19b3273a5ee28d9093e57_80cc7c7f-ec7a-497c-b085-6dc44a08bfbc.jpg?v=1786444869","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/hillman-fasteners-240162-carriage-bolt-3-8-16-x-2-1-2-in-50-pack","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}