Threaded Rod - Frequently Asked Questions

This guides and tips section should answer many of your questions about our threaded rod range. If you have any questions that are not answered in this section, please don't hesitate to get in contact with us!

Can BSW and UNC threads be interchanged?

Are you are struggling to find a BSW thread (British Standard Whitworth) or a UNC thread (Unified National Coarse). If so, not to worry, they are interchangeable.

Why Does a Nut Suddenly Stop Turning? It Could Be Thread Galling

You have started tightening a nut and suddenly it won’t go any further – what is the problem? Find out about cross-threading & thread-galling.