Can Portland Bolt manufacture a 1" x 6" fully threaded A325 heavy hex structural bolt?
Bolts manufactured to the ASTM A325 specification have a fixed thread length for a given diameter, which is often shorter than other grades of bolts. For example, a 3/4″ diameter A325 has 1-3/8″ of thread and a 1″ A325 has 1-3/4″ of thread, regardless of the overall length of the bolt. Our structural bolts product page contains a table of thread lengths for each available diameter.
The A325 specification contains specific language limiting these bolts to these thread lengths. Section 1.5 of the specification reads as follows:
1.5 This specification is applicable to heavy hex structural bolts only. For bolts of other configurations and thread lengths with similar mechanical properties, see Specification A449.
However, the A325 specification also has a supplemental requirement (S1) that allows A325 heavy hex bolts to be fully threaded. The (S1) supplement states that A325 “bolts with nominal lengths equal to or shorter than four times the nominal bolt diameter shall be threaded full length.” In other words, if the bolt is longer than four times the diameter it cannot be fully threaded. Fully threaded A325 heavy hex structural bolts are stamped with “A325T” on the head of the bolt instead of “A325”.
So, does this mean that Portland Bolt will not manufacture with an A325 with extra thread that exceeds four times the diameter in length? No. We see A325 bolts with extended thread lengths specified by engineers all the time. ASTM specifications are guidelines that provide a buyer of a product with expectations as to the chemistry, strength, and configuration of a product they are purchasing. It is our responsibility to bring the issue of thread length to our customer’s attention and to let them know that technically, the correct bolt with extended thread should be ordered to the A449 specification. However, if the customer understands and still wants to proceed with an order of A325 bolts with extended threads, we will manufacture them.
Wrong, they do NOT make A325 in 1/2″diameter. 5/8dia is the smallest in A325.
@Bradley – that is wholly incorrect. A325s are commonly supplied in 1/2″ diameter and we stock several lengths. A490 bolts on the other hand, are not commonly available in 1/2″ diameter.
What is the maximum length of 3/4″Ø A325N bolt ?
@Shubbam- The longest length you’ll find off the shelf is probably 18″ long. However we are able to manufacture any length you need and have 36″ long blanks in stock for quick turn-around.
Looking for a price on Qty. of (316)- 3/4″10X21/4″or 1/2 but fully threaded Bolts. Qty. (316)- 3/4″ 10 Nuts and Qty. (632)- Washers. All (A325) Round it off to 320 or 325 if you need same with washers
@John- Thank you for your inquiry. One of our sales representatives will be contacting you shortly.
What is the maximum length that can be produced for A325N bolts
@Kim- The A325N designation has to do with how the bolt is used in the joint, it doesn’t have anything to do with the bolt itself. The N designates that the threads are allowed in the shear plane. We are able to manufacture A325 bolts in any length you need. Our maximum length is limited by the capacity of the heat treat ovens, 96″ would be the longest A325 we could manufacture.
Does a A490 3/4 x 2-3/4″ bolt have the same thread length as a A325 3/4″ x 2-3/4″ bolt?
Where does the formula 2 x bolt length plus 1/4″ apply?
@Marc- Yes, both the A325 and A40 bolts will have the same thread length. The 2x dia + 1/4″ formula is applicable to A307 and SAE grade 2,5,8 bolts.
Dear Sir,
As per F3125, under supplementary requirement, It is clearly mentioned that special thread length or full thread >4D can have only special marking “S” or “T”, if requested by purchaser, if purchaser failed to mentioned as “supplementary requirement” and ordered “full threaded bolt” >4D. what head marking should be acceptable A325M or A325S ?
Please confirm
@Sajjad- If the bolt is manufactured with full thread, and it is 4x or less long, it should be marked A325T. If the bolt is longer than 4x, it should be marked A325S.
Which bolt will be use for structural Erection (petrochemical) M20x75 ASTM A325
Threaded or Half threaded ?
@Hussain – Both the full thread and partial thread varieties are allowed by the AISC, so it will depend on if your application allows threads in the shear plane or not. It is not a question we can answer, it will be up to your project engineer.
When a bolt passes through 3 1/2 inch plates of Steel I thought it was supposed to be a solid Shank and then the threads begin can a threaded bolt go all the way through with no damage to the components
@Ken- It depends on the forces acting on the bolt. The designing engineer should determine if the threads can be in the shear plane. If they can, a fully threaded bolt should be fine. If not, then you’d need to use a bolt long enough that the threads can be excluded.
how many threads should a A325 type 3 cap screw 1/2 x 1-1/2 have
@Manuel – A 1/2″ A325 should have 1 inch of thread and so therefore about 13 threads.
Do A325 bolts have a thread or full body length tolerance just like the A394 Bolts?
@Gerardo- A325 bolts have different dimensions than A394 bolts, but yes, they have specific dimensional tolerances per ASME B18.2.6.
Hello, I have a quick question regarding the strength tolerance according to threading length.
how much would the strength of a bolt be reduced if the threaded part is longer. My actual case is an M12x150 hex bolt (half threaded), and I want to compare it to an M12x150 hex bolt (30 mm threaded). Is it possible to know the reduction in its mechanical strength?
Many Thanks
@Ali – It would depend a bit on the forces acting upon the bolt. In tension it shouldn’t make a difference, but if there are other factors at play it might. This is a bit above our level of expertise, you’d need to contact an engineer for a good answer to this.