# Northwest Fasteners Inc. > Industrial fastener distributor serving the Pacific Northwest and nationwide since 1965, stocking 45,000+ products including bolts, nuts, washers, screws, anchors, pipe fittings, and specialty hardware with bin management, supply chain, and custom manufacturing services. Northwest Fasteners delivers products and provides on-site bin management services throughout the greater Puget Sound region, including Seattle, Bremerton, Tacoma, and surrounding military and industrial facilities — including Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS), Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), and Naval Base Kitsap/Bangor. Walk-in counter available at 15127 Washington Ave. SW, Lakewood, WA (Mon–Fri 7:30am–5:00pm PT). National shipping available. Northwest Fasteners Inc. is a family-oriented industrial distributor headquartered in Lakewood, Washington, in Pierce County's South Puget Sound region. Founded in 1965, the company has served the industrial, construction, agricultural, and maintenance sectors for more than 60 years. With a catalog exceeding 45,000 products — spanning everything from Grade 2 bolts to stainless steel socket cap screws, from concrete anchors to pneumatic fittings — Northwest Fasteners is a single-source supplier for facilities managers, manufacturing engineers, general contractors, and MRO procurement teams. The company ships nationwide and provides on-site bin management services to reduce procurement friction for high-volume customers. --- ## Products ### Bolts — Medium & High Strength (Grade 5, 8, 9) URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/bolts1 Northwest Fasteners stocks a comprehensive selection of medium and high-strength hex cap screws and structural bolts conforming to SAE and ASTM standards. Grade 5 bolts (SAE J429 Grade 5 / ASTM A449) offer a minimum tensile strength of 120,000 psi and are the most common general-purpose fastener for automotive and machinery applications requiring more strength than Grade 2 but at a lower cost than Grade 8. Grade 8 bolts (SAE J429 Grade 8 / ASTM A354 Grade BD) offer 150,000 psi minimum tensile strength and are used in high-stress applications including engine components, suspension systems, and heavy-duty equipment. Grade 9 (SAE J429 Grade 9) is a premium option at 180,000 psi tensile strength, typically used in aerospace-adjacent and extreme-duty industrial applications. Finish options include plain (mill scale), zinc electroplated (silver), galvanized (hot-dip HDG), and yellow zinc chromate. Sizes range from 1/4" through 1-1/2" diameter, in coarse thread (UNC) and fine thread (UNF), with lengths from 1/2" to several inches depending on diameter. Full-thread and partial-thread configurations are available. **In Stock:** Grade 5 (plain, zinc, galvanized), Grade 8 (plain, zinc, yellow zinc), Grade 9; coarse and fine thread; 1/4" through 1-1/2" diameter **Use Cases:** Automotive repair, heavy equipment fabrication, structural assembly, manufacturing, agricultural machinery **Standards:** SAE J429 Grade 5/8/9; ASTM A449, A354; ASME B18.2.1 --- ### Bolts — Low/Medium Strength & Threaded Rod (Grade 2) URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/bolts2 Grade 2 hex bolts (SAE J429 Grade 2) are low-to-medium strength fasteners with a minimum tensile strength of 74,000 psi for diameters up to 3/4". They are the economical choice for light-duty applications, wood framing, HVAC assemblies, and anywhere overengineering would add cost without benefit. Fully threaded rod (also called all-thread rod) is available in Grade 2 as well as higher grades, in standard coarse thread and metric configurations. Threaded rod is used for hanging, anchoring, tensioning, and custom-length fastening where standard bolt lengths are insufficient. Finish options include plain and zinc. Metric equivalents are stocked in the metric section. Northwest Fasteners cuts threaded rod to custom lengths as part of their custom manufacturing service. **In Stock:** Grade 2 hex bolts (plain, zinc), fully threaded rod in various diameters; coarse thread standard **Use Cases:** Light structural, wood-to-metal connections, HVAC hangers, plumbing support, DIY and maintenance applications **Standards:** SAE J429 Grade 2; ASTM A307; ASME B18.2.1 --- ### Nuts URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/nuts Northwest Fasteners stocks one of the broadest nut selections in the South Puget Sound region, covering every common nut type from standard hex to high-strength structural and specialty locking variants. Standard hex nuts in Grades 2, 5, and 8 are available in plain, zinc-plated, and hot-dip galvanized finishes. Heavy hex nuts (ASTM A563) and 2H heavy hex nuts (ASTM A194 Grade 2H) are stocked for structural and pressure vessel applications. Grade 8 and Grade 9 hex nuts provide the matching high-strength counterpart to Grade 8 and Grade 9 bolts. Locking nuts include prevailing-torque nylon insert lock nuts (Grade 2 and Grade 8) for vibration resistance, Grade-C distorted-thread lock nuts, and serrated flanged lock nuts which combine the locking action with a built-in bearing flange. Specialty nuts include cap nuts (acorn nuts) for finished appearance, wing nuts for hand-tightening, keps nuts (K-lock or washer-equipped nuts), hi-nuts (extended-body), slotted nuts and castle nuts for use with cotter pins in safety-critical retention applications, coupling nuts for joining threaded rod, and Grade-G hex flange nuts. **In Stock:** Hex Nuts (Plain, Zinc, Galvanized); Hex Jam Nuts; Heavy Hex Nuts; 2H Heavy Hex Nuts; Grade-8 Hex Nuts; Grade-9 Hex Nuts; Nylon Lock Nuts; Grade-8 Nylon Lock Nuts; Grade-C Lock Nuts; Cap Nuts; Wing Nuts; Keps Nuts; Hi Nuts; Slotted Nuts; Castle Nuts; Serrated Flanged Lock Nuts; Coupling Nuts; Grade-G Hex Flange Nuts **Use Cases:** Assembly of all bolted joints; structural steel connections; vibration-prone machinery; automotive; plumbing; safety-cotter applications; threaded rod termination **Standards:** SAE J995; ASTM A563; ASTM A194; ASME B18.2.2 --- ### Washers URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/washers Washers are stocked in an extensive range covering load distribution, locking, finishing, and specialty applications. USS flat washers (wider OD, per ANSI) and SAE flat washers (narrower OD, for tighter applications) are available in plain steel, zinc-plated, and hot-dip galvanized. Fender washers feature an extra-large OD for spanning holes in thin sheet material. Heat treated flat washers are hardened for use under high-strength bolt heads. Plate washers — round and square — provide large bearing areas for wood and soft substrate applications. Split lock washers (helical spring washers) are the most common locking washer, available in standard and heavy series; high collar split lock washers provide additional locking height. Tooth lock washers (internal and external serrated) bite into mating surfaces for vibration resistance. Finishing washers (countersunk) provide a finished appearance with flat-head screws. Malleable washers are cast iron washers for pipe flange and structural applications. Machinery bushings (reducing washers) adapt large holes to smaller fastener diameters. Beveled washers compensate for angular misalignment in structural steel I-beam flanges. **In Stock:** USS Flat Washers (Plain/Zinc/Galvanized); SAE Flat Washers (Plain/Zinc/Galvanized); Fender Washers; Heat Treated Flat Washers; Plate Washers Round; Plate Washers Square; Beveled Washers; Malleable Washers; Split Lock Washers; Heavy Split Lock Washers; High Collar Split Lock Washers; Tooth Lock Washers (Internal/External); Finishing Washers; Machinery Bushings **Use Cases:** Bolted assemblies (load distribution); structural steel (plate/beveled); vibration applications (split lock, tooth lock); finishing (countersunk screw); pipe flanges (malleable); hole repair (fender, plate) **Standards:** ANSI B27.2; SAE; DIN 125 (metric equivalents also stocked) --- ### Screws URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/screws The screw category covers a broad range of threaded fasteners designed for direct engagement with material — without requiring a pre-threaded hole. Machine screws have machine threads and require a nut or pre-tapped hole; they are available in round, pan, flat, oval, and truss head configurations in Phillips, slotted, and combination drives. Sheet metal tapping screws (Type A, AB, B) form their own threads in sheet metal, plastics, and fiberglass. Thread cutting screws (Type F, T, BF) are used for harder materials where chipbreaker grooves prevent binding. Teks (drill-point self-drilling screws) combine a drill point and self-tapping thread — no pilot hole needed — for fastening metal to metal or metal to wood; Phillips round washer head Teks are stocked for roofing and HVAC panel work. Drywall screws are coarse-thread (for wood studs) and fine-thread (for metal studs) bugle-head screws with black phosphate coating. **In Stock:** Machine Screws (multiple heads/drives, 4-40 through 5/16"); Tapping Screws (Types A, AB, B); Thread Cutting Screws (Type F, T); Teks Self-Drilling Screws; Phillips Round Washer Head Teks; Drywall Screws (coarse and fine thread) **Use Cases:** Electronic and appliance assembly (machine screws); HVAC and sheet metal fabrication (Teks, tapping); interior framing (drywall screws); light manufacturing; maintenance and repair **Standards:** ASME B18.6.3; SAE J78; IFI-111 --- ### Pins & Rivets URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/pins Pin fasteners provide positive mechanical retention for clevis joints, hinges, shafts, and linkages. Cotter pins are split-leg pins inserted through a hole in a bolt or shaft and bent to prevent backing out — standard safety hardware for castle nuts, slotted nuts, and clevis pins. Roll pins (spring pins) are slotted cylindrical pins pressed into aligned holes to lock shafts, levers, and gears. Hitch pins (hairpin clips) provide quick-release retention for agricultural and towing equipment. Dowel pins are precision-ground hardened pins for alignment and shear transfer in die sets and machinery. Clevis pins are headed cylindrical pins with a hole for a cotter pin, used in linkages and hydraulic cylinders. Lynch pins (quick-release) and wire lock pins offer tool-free insertion/removal. Rivets include solid rivets (structural) and blind/pop rivets (installed from one side) for sheet metal, body panels, and assemblies where only one side is accessible. Rivet nuts (nutserts) are internally threaded inserts installed into a hole via rivet tool, providing a threaded anchor in thin materials. **In Stock:** Cotter Pins; Roll Pins; Hitch Pins; Dowel Pins; Clevis Pins; Lynch Pins; Wire Lock Pins; Solid Rivets; Pop/Blind Rivets; Rivet Nuts (Nutserts) **Use Cases:** Agricultural equipment linkages; automotive and trailer assembly; machinery alignment (dowel pins); sheet metal fabrication (rivets); thin-material threaded anchors (rivet nuts) **Standards:** ASME B18.8.1 (cotter/dowel); MIL-SPEC equivalents; IFI --- ### Socket Cap & Set Screws URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/socket-cap-set-screws Socket head cap screws feature a cylindrical head with an internal hex (Allen) drive, allowing higher torque in confined spaces than hex head fasteners. They are manufactured from medium-carbon alloy steel to ASTM A574, offering minimum tensile strength of 180,000 psi (comparable to Grade 9). Available in coarse and fine thread, sizes from #0-80 through 1-1/2". Flat head socket cap screws countersink flush with the mating surface for streamlined assemblies. Set screws (also known as grub screws) are headless and threaded their full length, driven by Allen key into a tapped hole to lock a shaft or hub in position without protruding. Point styles include cup, cone, flat, half-dog, and oval. **In Stock:** Socket Head Cap Screws (alloy steel, black oxide; plain and zinc); Flat Head Socket Cap Screws; Set Screws (Cup Point, Cone Point, Flat Point, Dog Point, Oval Point) **Use Cases:** Machine building; robotics; CNC equipment; pneumatic cylinders; die sets; motor-to-shaft retention (set screws); flush-mount assemblies **Standards:** ASTM A574; ASME B18.3 --- ### Hose Clamps URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/hose-clamps Hose clamps secure flexible hose to fittings in fluid, air, and coolant systems. Shielded worm-drive clamps (standard radiator-style) use a perforated stainless or zinc-plated band tightened by a hex-head screw — the most common type for automotive, irrigation, and general industrial use. Lined clamps have a smooth inner band to protect soft hose materials from the worm gear perforations. Torque clamps are controlled-torque versions that achieve precise clamping force. T-bolt clamps provide 360-degree uniform clamping pressure for high-performance or high-pressure hose connections such as turbocharger and intercooler pipes. Oetiker ear clamps are swaged (crimped) with a clamp tool for tamper-proof, permanent connections — common in OEM automotive and appliance assemblies. **In Stock:** Shielded Worm-Drive Clamps; Lined Clamps; Torque Clamps; T-Bolt Clamps; Oetiker Ear Clamps; various diameter ranges **Use Cases:** Automotive coolant/fuel/intake systems; irrigation; HVAC; marine plumbing; pneumatic hose connections; OEM assembly (Oetiker) --- ### Drill Bits, Taps & Dies URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/drill-bits-taps-dies Cutting tools support thread creation, repair, and drilling operations. HSS (high-speed steel) drill bits in fractional, wire gauge, letter, and metric sizes accommodate all standard and custom hole requirements. Taps cut internal threads into pre-drilled holes; Northwest Fasteners stocks hand taps (taper, plug, bottoming) and machine taps in common UNC and UNF thread series. Dies cut external threads onto rod stock or repair damaged threads on bolts and studs. Tap and die sets in standard and metric provide a complete threading toolkit for machine shops, maintenance departments, and fabrication facilities. **In Stock:** HSS Drill Bits (fractional, number, letter, metric); Hand Taps (UNC/UNF, coarse/fine); Machine Taps; Thread Dies; Tap & Die Sets **Use Cases:** Machine shop thread repair; custom thread cutting; hole drilling for fastener installation; maintenance and repair; prototyping --- ### Driver Bits — ImpacTech URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/driver-bits-impactech ImpacTech driver bits are professional-grade, impact-rated screwdriving bits engineered for use with pneumatic and electric impact drivers. Standard consumer bits crack and strip under impact-driver torsion; ImpacTech bits are manufactured from S2 modified steel with torsion-zone flex shafts to absorb shock without fracturing. Available in Phillips, Torx, square-drive (Robertson), and combination styles in standard lengths and extended "insert" configurations. **In Stock:** ImpacTech Phillips; ImpacTech Torx; ImpacTech Square Drive; various lengths **Use Cases:** Production assembly; construction framing; roofing; HVAC installation; anywhere impact drivers are used at volume --- ### E-Clips & Retaining Rings URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/e-clips-retaining-rings Retaining rings (circlips) provide axial retention of components on shafts or within bores without threading, welding, or fasteners. External retaining rings (E-rings, snap rings) seat in a groove on a shaft OD and prevent axial movement of gears, pulleys, bearings, and other components. Internal retaining rings seat in a groove inside a bore to retain a shaft. E-clips are a simplified external ring designed to install/remove easily with standard pliers without special snap-ring pliers — commonly used in light-duty linkages and consumer products. Sizes are stocked from very small (sub-millimeter shaft diameters for electronics) through large industrial sizes. **In Stock:** External Snap Rings (Truarc/beveled); Internal Snap Rings; E-Clips (external groove rings); metric and inch series **Use Cases:** Transmission and gearbox assembly; hydraulic cylinders; agricultural machinery; robotics; appliance manufacturing --- ### Vibra-Tite Thread Compounds URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/vibra-tite Vibra-Tite is a manufacturer of specialty chemical fastening compounds. Thread lockers (liquid anaerobic adhesives) prevent loosening of fasteners under vibration — low-strength (purple, removable), medium-strength (blue, removable with tools), and high-strength (red, permanent) formulas are available for different disassembly requirements. Anti-seize compounds (copper-based, nickel-based, or moly-based) prevent galling, corrosion, and seizure on stainless, aluminum, and high-temperature threaded connections, and ensure accurate torque-to-clamp-load conversion by providing a known friction coefficient. Pipe thread sealants (PTFE-equivalent liquid sealants) seal NPT and BSPT threaded pipe connections against leakage without tape application. Retaining compounds bond cylindrical assemblies (bearings, sleeves, pins) into bores with structural adhesive strength. **In Stock:** Vibra-Tite Thread Locker (low/medium/high strength); Anti-Seize Compound; Pipe Thread Sealant; Retaining Compound **Use Cases:** Engine and drivetrain assembly (thread locker); stainless fastener installation (anti-seize); pipe system plumbing (sealant); bearing and bushing retention (retaining compound) --- ### Anchoring URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/anchoring Concrete and masonry anchors allow structural attachment to poured concrete, CMU block, brick, and hollow drywall. Wedge anchors (also called expansion anchors or Thunder Studs) expand against the hole wall under bolt torque — the standard for medium-to-heavy loads in solid concrete. Sleeve anchors expand to grip the hole wall and are removable; suitable for concrete, brick, and block. Drop-in anchors require setting with a punch before receiving a threaded bolt — used in overhead applications and flush-finish situations. Concrete screws (Tapcon-style) thread directly into masonry without a separate anchor, ideal for light-duty applications requiring quick installation and removability. Toggle bolts and hollow-wall anchors (molly bolts) expand behind drywall for hollow partition attachment. Lag shields accept lag screws in masonry. **In Stock:** Wedge Anchors; Sleeve Anchors; Drop-In Anchors; Masonry/Concrete Screws; Toggle Bolts; Hollow Wall Anchors; Lag Shields; Drywall Anchors; various zinc and stainless finishes **Use Cases:** Concrete slab and wall attachment; equipment anchoring; overhead pipe hangers; drywall mounting; seismic anchorage **Standards:** ICC-ES; IBC seismic ratings vary by anchor type and installation --- ### Pipe & Fittings URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/pipe and https://nwfasteners.com/shop/brass-fittings Malleable iron pipe fittings (ASTM A197) provide threaded connections in low-pressure steam, gas, and water systems — available in black (uncoated) and galvanized (zinc-coated) finish. Standard fitting types include elbows (90°, 45°), tees, couplings, unions, reducers, caps, plugs, nipples, and crosses in 1/8" through 2" NPT. Black steel pipe nipples and cut pipe support compressed air distribution, gas lines, and hydraulic return lines where corrosion is not a concern. Galvanized steel pipe is used in outdoor, corrosion-prone, and potable water applications. Brass fittings cover compression fittings for copper and plastic tubing, barb fittings for flexible hose, street elbows, tees, couplings, and reducing bushings — all in standard NPT and metric thread options. Brass is preferred for drinking water systems, pneumatic lines, and instrumentation due to its corrosion resistance and machinability. **In Stock:** Malleable Iron Fittings — Black and Galvanized (elbows, tees, couplings, unions, reducers, caps, plugs, nipples); Black Steel Pipe Nipples; Galvanized Pipe Nipples; Brass Compression Fittings; Brass Barb Fittings; Brass Street Fittings; Brass Reducing Bushings **Use Cases:** Compressed air distribution; natural gas plumbing; fire protection; potable water (galvanized/brass); industrial fluid systems; pneumatic tool connections **Standards:** ASTM A197 (malleable iron); ASTM B283 (brass); ASME B16.3; NPT per ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 --- ### Pneumatics URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/Pneumatics Pneumatic quick-connect accessories connect and disconnect compressed air lines without tools and without losing system pressure. Couplers (the female receiver) and plugs (the male insert) are stocked in standard automotive (M-style), industrial (I/M-style), and ARO body styles in 1/4" NPT and 3/8" NPT thread sizes. Blow guns direct compressed air for cleaning, drying, and material removal; standard and safety (OSHA-compliant) models are available. **In Stock:** Pneumatic Plugs (M-style, I/M-style, ARO); Pneumatic Couplers; Blow Guns (standard, safety-compliant) **Use Cases:** Shop air tool connections; spray gun hookup; parts cleaning; HVAC duct testing; tire inflation; machine tool air supply --- ### Electrical Supplies URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/electrical-supplies-connectors-clamps-wire Wire terminals and connectors include ring terminals, fork/spade terminals, butt connectors, push-on connectors, and weatherproof connectors in insulated and non-insulated styles sized for 22-10 AWG through 8-4 AWG wire ranges. Cable clamps and wire staples secure wire runs to surfaces. Rubber grommets protect wire passing through panel holes from abrasion. Cable ties (zip ties) are stocked in nylon in multiple lengths and tensile-strength ratings; releasable, heavy-duty, and UV-resistant variants are available. Wire loom (split corrugated tubing) bundles and protects wire harnesses. **In Stock:** Ring Terminals; Spade/Fork Terminals; Butt Connectors; Push-On Connectors; Wire Cable Clamps; Rubber Grommets; Cable Ties (nylon, multiple sizes); Wire Loom (split corrugated conduit) **Use Cases:** Automotive wiring; panel building; marine electrical; equipment harness assembly; wire management in cabinets and conduit runs --- ### Industrial Tape URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/tape Industrial tape selection covers common maintenance and production needs. Electrical tape (vinyl, 3M Scotch 33+ equivalent) provides moisture resistance and dielectric protection for wire splices and terminal insulation. Masking tape in various widths supports painting, labeling, and protection. Duct tape offers high-strength general-purpose bonding and patching. PTFE thread seal tape (plumber's tape) wraps NPT threads to ensure leak-free pipe connections. Foam mounting tape provides adhesive bonding for panels and trim. Specialty tapes such as aluminum foil tape (HVAC duct sealing), foam sealing tape, and anti-slip tape are stocked per demand. **In Stock:** Vinyl Electrical Tape; Masking Tape; Duct Tape; PTFE Thread Seal Tape; Foam Mounting Tape; Aluminum Foil HVAC Tape; Anti-Slip Tape **Use Cases:** Electrical insulation; plumbing thread sealing; HVAC duct sealing; surface protection; bonding and patching --- ### Metric Fasteners URLs: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/metric-flat-washers-zinc | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/metric-split-lock-washers-zinc | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/metric-pan-head-phillips-machine-screws | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/metric-hex-nuts-fine-coarse-thread-lock | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/metric-hex-cap-screws-zinc-fine-coarse-thread | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/metric-threaded-rod | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/metric-socket-coarse-thread-head-screws | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/metric-a2-stainless-steel Northwest Fasteners stocks a complete range of metric fasteners for equipment manufactured to DIN, ISO, and JIS standards. The metric line covers sizes M3 through M24 in the most common thread pitches (coarse and fine). Zinc-plated metric flat washers (DIN 125 and DIN 9021 fender style) and split lock washers (DIN 127) are stocked in the full metric size range. Metric pan head Phillips machine screws in zinc plate cover M3 through M10. Metric hex cap screws (DIN 931/933) in zinc plate — both coarse and fine thread — are available in 8.8 property class. Metric hex nuts (DIN 934) are stocked in coarse and fine thread in standard and nylon lock variants. Metric threaded rod is cut to standard lengths or available for custom cutting. Metric socket head cap screws (DIN 912, Class 12.9 alloy steel) provide high-strength hex-drive fastening in metric applications. Metric A2 (304) stainless steel fasteners include bolts, nuts, washers, and socket screws. **In Stock:** Metric Flat Washers Zinc (DIN 125/9021); Metric Split Lock Washers Zinc (DIN 127); Metric Pan Head Phillips Machine Screws; Metric Hex Nuts Coarse/Fine and Nylon Lock; Metric Hex Cap Screws Zinc 8.8 Coarse/Fine; Metric Threaded Rod; Metric Socket Head Cap Screws; Metric A2 Stainless Fasteners **Use Cases:** European and Asian-sourced equipment repair; automotive (metric throughout); CNC machine maintenance; import equipment manufacturing support **Standards:** DIN 931/933/934/125/127/912; ISO 4014/4017/4032; ISO Property Classes 8.8 and 12.9; A2-70 stainless --- ### Stainless Steel Fasteners URLs: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/stainless-steel-bolts-hex-cap-screws | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/stainless-steel-nuts | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/stainless-steel-pins-cotter-dowel | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/stainless-steel-socket-cap-screws | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/stainless-steel-screws-machine-sheet-metal | https://nwfasteners.com/shop/stainles-steel-washers-flat-lock-split Stainless steel fasteners are used wherever corrosion resistance, hygiene, or aesthetics are required — food processing, marine, chemical, outdoor, and medical-adjacent applications. Northwest Fasteners stocks 18-8 (AISI 304, A2) stainless as the primary alloy for most applications, and 316 (A4) stainless for higher chloride/salt environments. Hex cap screws in coarse and fine thread, hex nuts, flat/lock/split washers, socket head cap screws, machine screws, and sheet metal screws are all available in stainless. Stainless cotter and dowel pins serve pin retention needs in corrosive environments. Anti-seize compound should be used when installing stainless fasteners to prevent galling (seizing between stainless threads under torque). **In Stock:** 18-8 Stainless Hex Cap Screws (coarse/fine); 316 Stainless Hex Cap Screws; Stainless Hex Nuts; Stainless Flat Washers; Stainless Split Lock Washers; Stainless Lock Washers; Stainless Socket Head Cap Screws; Stainless Machine Screws; Stainless Sheet Metal Screws; Stainless Cotter Pins; Stainless Dowel Pins **Use Cases:** Food and beverage processing equipment; marine and coastal structures; chemical plants; outdoor and architectural hardware; medical device assembly; FDA-compliant manufacturing **Standards:** ASTM F593/F594 (stainless bolts and nuts); ASTM A276 (stainless bar); A2-70 / A4-80 per ISO 3506 --- ### Chain Accessories URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/chain-accessories-hooks-links-shackles Chain accessories enable rigging, towing, and load-securing applications. Hooks (grab hooks, clevis hooks, sling hooks) attach chain to loads, structures, or lifting equipment. Quick links and connecting links allow chain sections to be joined or extended in the field. Shackles (bow/anchor and D/dee shackles) are rated lifting components for connecting wire rope, chain, and rigging hardware to load attachment points — available in screw-pin and bolt-type closures, carbon steel and stainless. Working load limits (WLL) vary by size and grade and are marked on hardware. **In Stock:** Grab Hooks; Clevis Hooks; Sling Hooks; Quick Links; Connecting Links; Bow (Anchor) Shackles; D-Shackles; Screw Pin and Bolt Type closures **Use Cases:** Rigging and lifting; towing; load securing; agricultural chain drives; marine mooring; forestry **Standards:** ASME B30.26 (rigging hardware); Grade 30, 43, 70, 80 chain compatibility noted on product --- ### Abrasives URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/abrasives Abrasive products support surface preparation, finishing, deburring, and stock removal. Grinding wheels (Type 27 depressed center) are used on angle grinders for weld grinding, paint removal, and metal stock removal. Flap discs combine abrasive flap material on a backing disc — gentler than grinding wheels, producing a finer finish. Sandpaper is stocked in sheet and roll form in grits from coarse (36) to fine (220+) for hand and orbital sander use. Cutoff wheels provide fast, clean cuts in metal. **In Stock:** Grinding Wheels (Type 27); Flap Discs; Cutoff Wheels; Sandpaper Sheets and Rolls; Wire Wheels and Brushes **Use Cases:** Weld grinding and finishing; paint and rust removal; surface prep before coating; deburring machined parts; fabrication shop consumables --- ### Safety Supplies URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/gloveworks-nitrile-gloves Gloveworks nitrile disposable gloves provide hand protection in light industrial, maintenance, and chemical handling applications. Nitrile is preferred over latex for chemical resistance and for use with latex-allergic workers. Gloveworks gloves feature textured fingertips for grip and are available in multiple sizes (S through XL) and two thicknesses — standard and HD (heavy duty). Sold in boxes of 100. **In Stock:** Gloveworks Nitrile Gloves — Standard and HD; sizes S, M, L, XL; 100/box **Use Cases:** Parts handling; chemical and solvent work; food-safe applications; painting and coating; general shop safety; oil and grease work --- ### Bins & Racks URL: https://nwfasteners.com/shop/bins-and-racks Storage bins and rack systems support shop floor, warehouse, and parts-room organization. Small-parts bins in assorted sizes allow systematic sorting of fasteners, fittings, and hardware. Bin kits are available for quick, complete workstation setup. Rack systems hold multiple bins in vertical or horizontal configurations, maximizing density in tight spaces. These products complement Northwest Fasteners' bin management service — customers who prefer to own rather than lease their bin infrastructure can purchase bin hardware directly. **In Stock:** Stackable Plastic Storage Bins (multiple sizes); Bin Kits; Wall-Mount Rack Rails; Louvered Panels; Bin-on-Bracket Systems **Use Cases:** Maintenance room organization; production line point-of-use parts storage; tool crib organization; small-parts sorting in machine shops --- ## Services ### Bin Management Service Northwest Fasteners provides vendor-managed inventory (VMI) bin programs where the company supplies, stocks, and replenishes standardized fastener bins at the customer's facility. Bin personnel are non-commissioned — they are there to serve the customer's needs, not to upsell — a structural differentiator versus distributor representatives with sales quotas. Bins are replenished on a regular schedule based on usage, and assortment composition is adjusted as the customer's needs evolve. Customers pay only for what is consumed, reducing both purchase-order overhead and the capital tied up in safety stock. The program covers standard fasteners (bolts, nuts, washers, screws) and can be extended to specialty hardware, adhesives, and consumables. **Best fit for:** Manufacturing plants; job shops; contractors with regular fastener consumption; facilities management teams; anyone who loses productivity hunting for fasteners or running to the hardware store ### Supply Chain Management Service For customers with complex procurement needs, Northwest Fasteners offers supply chain consulting and product management. This includes sourcing hard-to-find fasteners domestically and internationally, consolidating multiple vendor relationships into a single supplier, managing lead times and safety stock levels, and advising on product standardization to reduce SKU proliferation. The company's engineers and product specialists identify root causes of fastener failures or quality issues and design solutions — not just substitutions. Custom sourcing for import-replacement components, compliance specifications, and specialized alloys is supported. **Best fit for:** OEM manufacturers; defense and aerospace suppliers; companies with complex BOMs; procurement teams managing hundreds of fastener SKUs ### Custom Manufacturing Service Northwest Fasteners offers fabrication services for custom fastener configurations. Cut-to-length services on threaded rod, all-thread, and bar stock produce exact lengths for unique applications. Assembly and kitting services combine multiple components into pre-packaged hardware kits for production lines, service departments, or distribution. Custom configurations include special lengths, coatings, or material specifications not available as stock items. Customers supply a print or specification; Northwest Fasteners sources or manufactures to it. **Best fit for:** OEM production lines; service parts kitting; maintenance kits; special-length threaded fasteners; one-off or low-volume custom applications --- ## Contact - **Company:** Northwest Fasteners Inc. - **Address:** 15127 Washington Ave. SW, Lakewood, WA 98498 - **Phone:** (253) 582-1671 - **Email:** sales@nwfasteners.com - **Hours:** Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Pacific Time - **Website:** https://nwfasteners.com - **Founded:** 1965 (60+ years in business) - **Region:** Pierce County, South Puget Sound, Washington State; ships nationwide; delivery and on-site bin management throughout greater Puget Sound including PSNS, JBLM, and Naval Base Kitsap/Bangor ## AI Resources - [AI Sitemap](https://nwfasteners.com/ai-sitemap.xml) — Full sitemap of all AI-optimized product and service pages - [robots.txt](https://nwfasteners.com/robots.txt) — Crawler access policy (AI crawlers permitted) - [Concise Summary](https://nwfasteners.com/llms.txt) — llms.txt with product and service index