Value Collection 53996 Fully Threaded Stud 5/16-18 1-3/4 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 53996 is a fully threaded stud in 5/16-18 UNC thread, with an overall length of 1.75 inches. Fully threaded studs are externally threaded fasteners with no unthreaded shank — the thread runs the entire length of the fastener. This stud is manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel and carries a plain, uncoated finish. It is used to create a fixed threaded post in a tapped hole, allowing a nut or threaded component to be secured from one or both ends. Machinists, fabricators, millwrights, and maintenance technicians install these in light-duty structural, mechanical, and equipment assembly applications where corrosion resistance is a priority.

This fully threaded stud is suited for residential, commercial, and industrial applications where a permanent or semi-permanent threaded mounting point is needed. The 18-8 stainless steel construction makes it appropriate for use in moist or mildly corrosive environments, including HVAC equipment enclosures, pump assemblies, pool and water treatment equipment, and general sheet metal or panel work. The 5/16-18 thread is a common coarse-thread UNC size, compatible with standard 5/16-18 nuts and tapped holes across a wide range of equipment.

Key Features

• Fully threaded along the entire 1.75-inch length — no unthreaded shank
• 5/16-18 UNC coarse thread for broad compatibility with standard hardware
• 18-8 stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in wet or mildly corrosive environments
• Plain, uncoated finish — no plating to chip or flake under torque
• Sold individually; minimum order quantity is 10 units per order

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 5/16-18 UNC fully threaded fastener suitable for use with any tapped hole or nut conforming to 5/16-18 thread specifications.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by machinists, fabricators, or maintenance technicians using a stud driver or double-nut method. Thread the stud into a properly tapped 5/16-18 hole using the appropriate tool to avoid galling the stainless steel threads — apply anti-seize compound when threading stainless fasteners into stainless or aluminum tapped holes. De-energize and isolate any equipment before performing fastener work on live assemblies. Follow applicable mechanical and structural codes for the application.