Value Collection 32348 Hex Head Lag Screw 3/8 X 6 Inch

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 32348 is a 3/8-inch hex head lag screw with a 6-inch length under head, manufactured from Grade 2 steel with a zinc-plated finish. Lag screws of this type are heavy-duty fasteners used to secure structural components where high holding strength is required. The hex drive head accepts standard wrenches and sockets, allowing controlled torque application during installation. The zinc plating provides basic corrosion resistance suitable for interior and sheltered exterior applications. This fastener is commonly installed by carpenters, general contractors, HVAC technicians, and plumbers when anchoring equipment supports, brackets, and framing members to wood substrates.

This lag screw is suited for residential and light commercial construction and mechanical trade work. Typical applications include mounting pipe hangers, equipment support brackets, structural ledger boards, deck framing, and wood-to-wood connections where a threaded fastener with high shear and pullout resistance is required. It is frequently used in HVAC equipment mounting, plumbing rough-in, and electrical panel or conduit support work where lag anchors are specified into wood framing or blocking.

Key Features

• 3/8-inch diameter with 6-inch length under head for deep wood penetration and strong pullout resistance
• Hex head design accepts standard 9/16-inch wrenches and sockets for installation and removal
• Grade 2 steel construction provides reliable strength for general structural fastening applications
• Zinc-plated finish offers corrosion protection for interior and sheltered installations
• Standard lag screw thread form for direct drive into wood substrate without a nut

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 3/8-inch hex head lag screw suitable for general wood fastening applications in construction and mechanical trade installations.

Installation Notes

A licensed carpenter, contractor, or mechanical trade professional should install lag screws in accordance with applicable building codes, including IBC and IRC requirements for structural connections. Always pre-drill a pilot hole sized to the lag screw shank diameter to prevent wood splitting and allow full thread engagement. Use a socket wrench or impact driver set to appropriate torque to avoid stripping the hex head or over-driving into the substrate. Power down or de-energize any nearby electrical components before installing fasteners in equipment mounting applications.