Value Collection 202165MSC Steel Plow Bolt 3/8-16 Unc

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 202165MSC is a Grade 5 steel plow bolt with a 3/8-16 UNC thread and an overall length of 2.75 inches. Plow bolts feature a flat, countersunk head that sits flush with or below the surface of the mating component, preventing snagging and wear on moving or ground-engaging equipment. This bolt is uncoated and meets ASME/ANSI B18.9 and SAE J429 standards, making it a recognized choice for structural and agricultural fastener applications. Installation is typically performed by equipment mechanics, maintenance technicians, or tradespeople working on heavy equipment, agricultural machinery, or structural assemblies requiring a flush fastener profile.

Plow bolts are commonly used in agricultural equipment such as moldboard plows, grader blades, dozer blades, and similar ground-engaging attachments where a protruding bolt head would accelerate wear or interfere with operation. The flat head design distributes clamping load evenly and resists pull-through in the countersunk hole. This fastener is suited for both OEM assembly and field replacement on equipment that sees heavy abrasion or impact loads. The 3/8-16 UNC thread is a standard coarse thread pitch widely used across North American equipment platforms.

Key Features

• Grade 5 steel construction meets SAE J429 minimum tensile strength requirements for medium-strength fastener applications
• ASME/ANSI B18.9 compliant flat head geometry ensures proper countersink fit on plow and blade components
• 3/8-16 UNC coarse thread for reliable engagement in standard tapped holes and nuts
• Uncoated finish suitable for use as-installed or with field-applied corrosion protection
• 2.75-inch overall length accommodates typical blade thickness plus nut engagement

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement fastener for agricultural and heavy equipment assemblies requiring a 3/8-16 UNC flat-head plow bolt conforming to ASME/ANSI B18.9.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by equipment mechanics or maintenance technicians. Disengage and de-energize all equipment before servicing fasteners on moving or powered components. Use the correct countersink angle and hole diameter per ASME/ANSI B18.9 to ensure proper head seating and clamping force. Do not substitute a standard hex-head bolt where a flush plow bolt profile is required, as proud fastener heads can cause accelerated component wear or safety hazards on ground-engaging parts.