[SRT Mike]

I know it may be a little OT but I couldn't see a more relevant forum.

When machining parts for a production application that require fasteners like nuts, bolts, washers, etc, where do you guys buy such parts in production quantities?

I know about McMaster, but for some parts they can be expensive. I've found my local Ace hardware store is cheaper on most washers. I've cleaned out my HW store a bunch of times so I really would like an alternate source. I need to buy

Brass melt-in threaded inserts for plastic
1" #6 threaded studs
#6 1/2" and 1" fender washers
#6 nylon lock nuts

Preferably a place with online ordering so I dont need to waste a lot of phone time getting quotes.

I know about smallparts.com and McMaster.com, but is there anywhere else???

Thanks!

P.S. looking for these parts in quantities of maybe 1000-3000/ea part.

[whateg01]

SRT Mike,

You might try looking in the yellow pages for a fastener company in your area. I don't know about the price, but places like Grainger have some fasteners as well. I know that for my projects, I tend to get stuff from farm supply stores, as they seem to have decent quantities of grade 5 and 8, and they sell by the pound instead of by the piece (like Lowes and HD).

Dave

[carlnpa]

Try Enco at www.use-enco.com

Quick look 6-32 nylock zinc 325-3905 $1.72/100

HTH
Carl

[HayTay]

You could try Bolt-Depot. Here's what they have to say (copied from their home page):

What Bolt Depot Offers

* All our Nuts, Bolts and Screws are sold by the individual piece or full box
* Easy web ordering with no minimum order - Order just the bolts you need
* Each type of Nut and Bolt is individually packaged, and labeled
* Fast order turnaround
* We carry bolts and other fasteners in materials from zinc plated, and stainless steel to silicon bronze and chrome
* Online sizing tools
* Bolt Depot is proud to announce that we now carry a full line of Chrome Nuts and Bolts.

Most orders shipped the same day

Orders received by 2 pm Eastern time Monday-Friday are usually shipped the same day so you get your bolts fast. We ship UPS ground, 3 day select, 2 day or next day air. Our S&H charges are regular UPS rates, plus a $1.50 handling charge.

Want fastener information but are too afraid to ask??? Bolt-Depot.com's Fastener Information page has loads of links, tables, charts & printable fastener tools for your use/perusal.

Check 'em out,

HayTay

[gmfoster]

I know it may be a little OT but I couldn't see a more relevant forum.

When machining parts for a production application that require fasteners like nuts, bolts, washers, etc, where do you guys buy such parts in production quantities?

I know about McMaster, but for some parts they can be expensive. I've found my local Ace hardware store is cheaper on most washers. I've cleaned out my HW store a bunch of times so I really would like an alternate source. I need to buy

Brass melt-in threaded inserts for plastic
1" #6 threaded studs
#6 1/2" and 1" fender washers
#6 nylon lock nuts

Preferably a place with online ordering so I dont need to waste a lot of phone time getting quotes.

I know about smallparts.com and McMaster.com, but is there anywhere else???

Thanks!

P.S. looking for these parts in quantities of maybe 1000-3000/ea part.

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Fastenall
In most larger towns. Stock a lot, deliver amd can get most anything. Usually competative in price.

Garry

[maxvic]

Hi Mike, try KL Jack. They have a bunch of locations up and down the east cost. I am lucky enough to have one close enough to drive to, they have very good pricing on all types of fasteners as well as some (limited) cutting tools.

Maxvic

[Unabiker]

I've been happy with Brikksen fasteners. http://www.brikksen.com/
I believe they are one of McMaster's suppliers.
Quick service, reasonable prices when you need more than a few bolts.

[mitjcom]

You could try itafasteners.com.

Fasteners are available to you for cheap, as they are purchased directly from reputed manufacturers.