In precision-driven mechanical assemblies, the choice of fasteners directly influences structural integrity and service life. Our Hex Fit Bolts with Extended Thread Dog Point are engineered to eliminate clearance and minimize vibration loosening through a controlled interference fit between the bolt body and the hole. For applications demanding enhanced alignment during assembly, the Six-Sided Head Close Tolerance Bolts Long Thread Dog Point provide a six-sided drive geometry that ensures consistent torque transmission and easy installation in confined spaces. When exact positioning and thread engagement are critical, the Long Thread Dog Point Hexagon Close Fit Bolts feature an extended thread length with a precision dog point that piloted entry into tapped holes, protecting the first thread from cross-threading damage and reducing assembly time.
Every batch of Hexagonal Interference Fit Bolts with Long Thread Dog Point is manufactured to strict dimensional tolerances that create a true interference condition upon installation. The long thread dog point serves as both a lead-in guide and a locking feature, reducing the risk of thread stripping during high-torque tightening. These bolts are forged from alloy steel, heat-treated to achieve Class 12.9 mechanical properties, and available with zinc-nickel plating for exceptional corrosion resistance in automotive powertrain, hydraulic manifold, and heavy equipment applications. The hexagonal head profile conforms to ISO 4014 dimensional standards, while the point geometry is machined to a 45-degree chamfer angle that prevents galling during repetitive assembly cycles. Whether you need standard metric sizes or custom grip lengths, the product range delivers consistent clamping force and fatigue resistance.
| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Material | Alloy Steel 42CrMo4 (AISI 4140 equivalent) |
| Strength Class | 12.9 (ISO 898-1), minimum tensile strength 1220 MPa |
| Thread Type | Metric Coarse (M8–M24), fine pitch options available |
| Dog Point Geometry | Long thread pilot, 45° chamfer, full-radius root between shank and point |
| Interference Fit Class | H7/n6 to H7/p6 per ISO 286-2, custom fits upon request |
| Drive Size | Hexagon widths across flats (SW) per ISO 272 standard |
| Plating/Coating | Zinc-Nickel (Zn-Ni) 12–15 µm, silver or black; Geomet 500A optional |
| Hardness | 39–44 HRC core, surface hardness ≥ 390 HV |
| Size (M) | Thread Pitch (mm) | Grip Length Range (mm) | Dog Point Length (mm) | Head Height (mm) | Across Flats (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M8 | 1.25 | 16–50 | 5.5 | 5.3 | 13 |
| M10 | 1.5 | 20–70 | 7.0 | 6.4 | 16 |
| M12 | 1.75 | 25–90 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 18 |
| M16 | 2.0 | 30–120 | 12.0 | 10.0 | 24 |
| M20 | 2.5 | 40–150 | 15.0 | 12.5 | 30 |
| M24 | 3.0 | 50–180 | 18.0 | 15.0 | 36 |