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Bolts 1/2-13 X 5-1/2 Hxbt St-zn (Box 100)
Additional Notes
- Other sizes and quantities available by request
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Arra Compliant:
- U
- Buy American Compliant:
- U
- Division:
- Electrical H1
- Fastener Head Height:
- 16-May in.
- Fastener Head Type:
- Hex
- Fastener Head Width:
- 0.725 - 0.750 in.
- Fastener Height:
- 0.302 - 0.364
- Fastener Length:
- 5/1/02
- Fastener Width:
- 0.826 - 0.866
- Field Application:
- Electrical, Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Industries
- Grade:
- 2
- Language Code:
- EN
- Neurspe:
- https://ideadigitalasset.com/DAMRoot/Original/10035/11237_ID-SPE-v1-ID-SPE-v1-Hex_Bolt_St-Zn_Galv.pdf
- Order Minimum Imperial:
- 100
- Order Minimum Uom Imperial:
- CT
- Outside Diameter:
- 0.482 - 0.515 IN
- Pack Type:
- Box
- Product Group:
- Fasteners
- Product Height:
- 6 in
- Product Length:
- 7.25 in
- Product Weight:
- 32.05 lbs
- Product Width:
- 6.25 in
- Sub Division:
- Electrical-E H2
- Thread Per Inch:
- 13
- Thread Standard:
- ASME B18.2.1-1996
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Bolts
- Product Type:
- Hexagonal Bolt
- Type2:
- Hexagonal Bolt
- Series:
- BHC and JBHC
- Product Finish:
- Zinc
- Product Details:
- Hexagonal Bolt
- Product Material:
- Steel
Metallics BHC68 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is a Grade 2 zinc plated bolt strong enough for hanging electrical and HVAC supports?
Grade 2 is the general purpose low carbon steel grade, and that is what Metallics specifies the BHC68 for: electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning work. It suits strut, hanger, trapeze and general equipment mounting. If your drawing calls out Grade 5 or Grade 8 for a structural or high tension connection, a Grade 2 bolt is not a substitute.
2) How many bolts come in a box, and can I buy fewer than a full box?
These 1/2-13 x 5-1/2 hex bolts ship 100 to a box, and 100 count is the order minimum, so the box is the smallest buying unit. Metallics does offer other sizes and quantities by request.
3) Will the BHC68 bolt interchange with other 1/2-13 hex bolts already on my job?
Yes. The BHC68 is built to ASME B18.2.1-1996, the dimensional standard for hex bolts, so head size, thread pitch and body diameter (0.482 to 0.515 inch) match any other standard 1/2-13 hex bolt, nut and washer on site. The only difference to watch is grade and finish, not fit.
4) Can these zinc plated hex bolts be used outdoors or in a damp mechanical room?
The BHC68 is steel with a zinc finish, which handles indoor and sheltered damp locations but is not the choice for direct weather exposure, roof curbs, or wash down areas over the long run. For sustained outdoor or corrosive service, step up to hot dip galvanized or stainless.
5) Is the Metallics BHC68 hex bolt Buy American or ARRA compliant for a government or school project?
Country of origin on the BHC68 is listed as multiple, and Metallics does not certify it as Buy American or ARRA compliant. On a federally funded job with domestic sourcing language, specify a bolt carrying a documented domestic origin instead.
6) What does a box of 100 Metallics BHC68 bolts weigh for shipping and for carrying on a lift?
A full box of 100 runs 32.05 lbs, with carton dimensions of 7.25 x 6.25 x 6 inches. Worth knowing before you hand one up a ladder or load several onto a scissor lift.
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Does the Metallics BHC68 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics BHC68 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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