Value Collection 244756 Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 2in 18-8 Ss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 244756 is a 3/8-16 carriage bolt with a 2-inch length under head, designed for through-fastening applications where a smooth, round head and self-locking square neck are required. The square neck seats into the material during installation, preventing the bolt from spinning as the nut is tightened. Manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel with a bright, uncoated finish, this bolt offers solid corrosion resistance in wet or outdoor environments. It follows Unified National Coarse (UNC) thread standards and is measured by length under head per inch-system conventions.

This carriage bolt is suited for general construction, equipment assembly, wood-to-metal connections, and structural fastening tasks encountered in light industrial, commercial, and residential settings. The 18-8 stainless steel construction makes it a practical choice for applications exposed to moisture, salt, or chemicals where plain-steel hardware would corrode prematurely. Tradespeople in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general construction regularly use this bolt size for panel, bracket, and support structure work. Minimum order quantity is 25 pieces, sold as individual units per package.

Key Features

• 3/8-16 UNC thread for wide tool and hardware compatibility
• 2-inch length under head for standard through-fastening depth
• Square neck locks into substrate to prevent rotation during nut installation
• 18-8 stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in wet environments
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating to crack, peel, or interfere with fit
• Inch-system dimensions for compatibility with standard UNC fastener hardware

Compatibility

Designed as a standard UNC carriage bolt compatible with 3/8-16 nuts, washers, and threaded inserts conforming to inch-system fastener specifications.

Installation Notes

Carriage bolts are typically installed by tradespeople or general mechanics using standard wrenches or sockets on the nut side — no tool is applied to the round head. Insert the bolt through a pre-drilled hole sized to allow the square neck to seat and bite into the material, preventing rotation. Power down or de-energize any associated equipment before fastening structural or electrical enclosure components. Do not overtighten stainless steel fasteners, as the alloy is susceptible to galling — use a thread lubricant appropriate for stainless applications when torque requirements are high.