Paulin 3/8-16 Zinc Plated Hex Bolts
Paulin 3/8-16 zinc-plated hex bolts are a best-in-class, value-oriented choice for general-purpose bolt hardware, offering consistent thread tolerances and adequate corrosion resistance for indoor and short-term outdoor use. Compared with premium stainless options like Everbilt or heavy-duty anchors from Simpson Strong-Tie, Paulin stands out for lower unit cost and reliable dimensional quality when budget and broad compatibility are primary concerns.
3/8-16 perfect fit
Zinc sheen sparkle
3/8-16 perfect fit
Zinc sheen sparkle
Review Summary
"Users say these zinc-plated Paulin 3/8-16 hex bolts offer good value and consistent fit for general projects, though a few report occasional plating flaws or minor size variations after extended use."
Solid grip torque
3/8-16 thread size suited for common machinery and construction.
Solid grip torque
3/8-16 thread size suited for common machinery and construction.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Optimized Work Efficiency
Paulin 3/8-16 zinc-plated hex bolts are a best-in-class, value-oriented choice for general-purpose bolt hardware, offering consistent thread tolerances and adequate corrosion resistance for indoor and short-term outdoor use. Compared with premium stainless options like Everbilt or heavy-duty anchors from Simpson Strong-Tie, Paulin stands out for lower unit cost and reliable dimensional quality when budget and broad compatibility are primary concerns.
3/8-16 perfect fit
Zinc sheen sparkle
Solid grip torque
3/8-16 thread size suited for common machinery and construction.
Zinc-plated steel offers basic corrosion resistance for indoor use.
3/8-16 perfect fit
Zinc sheen sparkle
Solid grip torque
3/8-16 thread size suited for common machinery and construction.
Zinc-plated steel offers basic corrosion resistance for indoor use.
$5-15 CAD
Hillman Grade 8 Yellow Zinc Hex Cap Screws
Hillman Grade 8 yellow zinc hex cap screws serve as the market leader for high-strength bolting needs, delivering superior tensile strength for automotive and structural applications while the yellow zinc finish provides added corrosion protection. Technically stronger than typical zinc- or stainless-steel consumer bolts, Hillman strikes a balance for projects that require high load capacity without moving to specialized anchors like Simpson's Titen HD.
Grade 8 muscle
Yellow zinc flash
Grade 8 muscle
Yellow zinc flash
Review Summary
"Buyers praise Hillman Grade 8 yellow zinc hex cap screws for their high strength and durable finish, with only occasional notes about limited length choices or minor surface blemishes."
High-torque winner
Grade 8 alloy steel provides high tensile strength for heavy-duty applications.
High-torque winner
Grade 8 alloy steel provides high tensile strength for heavy-duty applications.
Increased Safety & Security
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
Hillman Grade 8 yellow zinc hex cap screws serve as the market leader for high-strength bolting needs, delivering superior tensile strength for automotive and structural applications while the yellow zinc finish provides added corrosion protection. Technically stronger than typical zinc- or stainless-steel consumer bolts, Hillman strikes a balance for projects that require high load capacity without moving to specialized anchors like Simpson's Titen HD.
Grade 8 muscle
Yellow zinc flash
High-torque winner
Grade 8 alloy steel provides high tensile strength for heavy-duty applications.
Yellow zinc finish gives enhanced corrosion resistance and visibility.
Grade 8 muscle
Yellow zinc flash
High-torque winner
Grade 8 alloy steel provides high tensile strength for heavy-duty applications.
Yellow zinc finish gives enhanced corrosion resistance and visibility.
Reliable Fasteners Carriage Bolts Galvanized
Reliable Fasteners galvanized carriage bolts are tailored for outdoor wood and decking hardware, combining a smooth domed head for aesthetic installations with robust galvanization to resist rust in exterior environments. They are a cost-effective alternative to stainless steel Everbilt bolts for many exterior uses, though they do not match the long-term corrosion resistance of stainless or the high tensile ratings of Grade 8 screws.
Domed cap stealth
Galvanized rust-shield
Domed cap stealth
Galvanized rust-shield
Review Summary
"Customers find Reliable Fasteners galvanized carriage bolts solid for wood applications and corrosion-resistant, but some mention inconsistent square-neck fit and uneven galvanizing on a minority of pieces."
Quick wood-lock
Rounded head and square neck prevent rotation in wooden assemblies.
Quick wood-lock
Rounded head and square neck prevent rotation in wooden assemblies.
Aesthetic & Personal Appeal
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Reliable Fasteners galvanized carriage bolts are tailored for outdoor wood and decking hardware, combining a smooth domed head for aesthetic installations with robust galvanization to resist rust in exterior environments. They are a cost-effective alternative to stainless steel Everbilt bolts for many exterior uses, though they do not match the long-term corrosion resistance of stainless or the high tensile ratings of Grade 8 screws.
Domed cap stealth
Galvanized rust-shield
Quick wood-lock
Rounded head and square neck prevent rotation in wooden assemblies.
Hot-dip galvanized coating resists rust for outdoor and marine use.
Domed cap stealth
Galvanized rust-shield
Quick wood-lock
Rounded head and square neck prevent rotation in wooden assemblies.
Hot-dip galvanized coating resists rust for outdoor and marine use.
$8-18 CAD
Everbilt Stainless Steel Hex Bolts
Everbilt stainless steel hex bolts are the go-to for long-term corrosion resistance in marine, coastal, and wet environments, offering low maintenance and excellent longevity compared with zinc-plated and galvanized alternatives. While typically higher in price than Paulin or Reliable Fasteners, Everbilt provides superior lifecycle value where rust prevention is critical, though stainless variants generally have lower ultimate tensile strength than Hillman Grade 8 fasteners.
Mirror-polish shine
Saltwater tough
Mirror-polish shine
Saltwater tough
Review Summary
"Everbilt stainless steel hex bolts are appreciated for corrosion resistance and good value, though a number of users warn about thread finish variability and potential galling with stainless hardware."
Lifetime rustproof
304 stainless steel construction resists rust and staining.
Lifetime rustproof
304 stainless steel construction resists rust and staining.
Aesthetic & Personal Appeal
Eco-Friendly Living
Increased Safety & Security
Everbilt stainless steel hex bolts are the go-to for long-term corrosion resistance in marine, coastal, and wet environments, offering low maintenance and excellent longevity compared with zinc-plated and galvanized alternatives. While typically higher in price than Paulin or Reliable Fasteners, Everbilt provides superior lifecycle value where rust prevention is critical, though stainless variants generally have lower ultimate tensile strength than Hillman Grade 8 fasteners.
Mirror-polish shine
Saltwater tough
Lifetime rustproof
304 stainless steel construction resists rust and staining.
Hex head style fits standard wrenches and power tools.
Mirror-polish shine
Saltwater tough
Lifetime rustproof
304 stainless steel construction resists rust and staining.
Hex head style fits standard wrenches and power tools.
$12-35 CAD
Simpson Strong-Tie Titen HD Heavy-Duty Screw Anchors
Simpson Strong-Tie Titen HD heavy-duty screw anchors are the technical leader for concrete and masonry bolt hardware, delivering code-backed pullout performance and fast, vibration-resistant installation that outperforms generic anchors in load-critical applications. More expensive than standard bolts, Titen HD anchors are chosen when engineered capacity and compliant anchoring in structural concrete are required, complementing rather than replacing the hex bolts and carriage bolts used for other fastening tasks.
Titanic concrete bite
Quick-install hero
Titanic concrete bite
Quick-install hero
Review Summary
"Simpson Strong-Tie Titen HD anchors are widely regarded as reliable, heavy-duty screw anchors with excellent holding power and easy installation; criticisms focus mainly on higher cost and the need for correct hole sizing."
Load-rated trust
Engineered for anchoring into concrete and masonry without pre-installed hardware.
Load-rated trust
Engineered for anchoring into concrete and masonry without pre-installed hardware.
Increased Safety & Security
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
Simpson Strong-Tie Titen HD heavy-duty screw anchors are the technical leader for concrete and masonry bolt hardware, delivering code-backed pullout performance and fast, vibration-resistant installation that outperforms generic anchors in load-critical applications. More expensive than standard bolts, Titen HD anchors are chosen when engineered capacity and compliant anchoring in structural concrete are required, complementing rather than replacing the hex bolts and carriage bolts used for other fastening tasks.
Titanic concrete bite
Quick-install hero
Load-rated trust
Engineered for anchoring into concrete and masonry without pre-installed hardware.
Self-tapping threads and hardened steel provide high pull-out resistance.
Titanic concrete bite
Quick-install hero
Load-rated trust
Engineered for anchoring into concrete and masonry without pre-installed hardware.
Self-tapping threads and hardened steel provide high pull-out resistance.