Why are fasteners made from different materials?
Corrosion Resistance: In environments where corrosion is a concern (e.g., outdoor applications), materials like stainless steel, aluminium, galvanised steel or corrosion-resistant alloys are used to prevent rusting and degradation over time. For marine applications A4...
A Guide to Identifying Fastener Drives
Fasteners are the unsung heroes holding our world together, literally. From buildings to furniture, these small but crucial components play a vital role. One key feature in differentiating fasteners is their drive, the feature that allows a tool to engage and turn...
Identifying Parts of a Screw or Bolt
When trying to identify a screw or bolt it's helpful to know some of the terminology. A bolt is a threaded fastener typically consisting of several parts, each with its own name and purpose. The main parts of a bolt include: Across Flats (A/F): This is the distance...
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE – What are the numbers for?
What do the numbers mean? The "8.8" you see on a bolt refers to its grade or class, and it provides important information about the bolt's tensile strength and mechanical properties. In this specific case: The First Number ‘8’ indicates the ultimate tensile strength...
CUSTOMER STORIES | On a tight schedule to Normandie
Back in July 2018 we had a SOS to find some imperial lock nuts in brass for an outboard battery belonging to 'Moody Blue' - a damsel in distress on a tight schedule to get to Normandie, but going no where fast!Owner Mike sent his trusted neighbour down to CBL...
CUSTOMER STORIES | A ‘wheelie good’ service
Here at CBL we are great believers in make do and mend. Too often perfectly good items go off to the great tip up in the sky just because it becomes mission impossible to find a replacement part. But that is what we are here for! Back in late 2018 a local customer was...