threaded rod

Fully grooved shaft

A threaded rod is a metal fastener with screw threads running its entire length, used to join components or provide adjustable tension.

Unlike bolts, which have a head, threaded rods are headless cylinders secured with nuts at both ends: The contractor used threaded rod to anchor the beam to the foundation.

Also called all-thread or studding.

Related
  • boltThreaded rod for nuts
  • hex nutSix-sided threaded fastener
  • nutHard-shelled seed
  • studUpright wall framing
  • fastenerSecures things together

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fastening mechanism

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Consumable electrode for fusion

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G