KD Fasteners, Inc. uses the lightweight and corrosion resistance of aluminum to manufacture bolts with the best strength-to-weight ratio available – aluminum heavy hex bolts. We can also manufacture custom aluminum heavy hex bolt.
Made with a larger head than standard hex bolts, our aluminum heavy hex bolts are stronger than the average hex bolt and have more pull power. Aluminum heavy hex bolts can be used in the aerospace, aircraft, military, chemical processing, oil and gas, and marine industries.
Aluminum Heavy Hex Bolts Options & Features
- Custom made with quick turnaround
- Available in Aluminum 2024 T4, 6061 T6, 7075 T6
- Available in standard (inch) and metric sizing
- Custom sized diameter up to 3 ½ inches
- Imported and domestic brands available
- MilSpec compliant
Whether you need a standard or custom aluminum heavy hex bolt, KD Fasteners has a solution for you. We provide a variety of services and some of the industries we supply are automotive, chemical, marine, military, and many more. Contact us today by calling 1-800-736-5014 or filling out our contact form.
Typical Aluminum Chemical Analysis
Grade | Cu* | Si* | Fe* | Mn* | Mg* | Zn* | Cr* | Ti* | Other* | Al* |
2024 | 3.80/4.9 | .50 Max. | .50 Max. | .30/.90 Max. | 1.20/1.80 Max. | 0.25 | 0.1 | 0.15 | .15 Max | Remainder |
6061 | .15/.40 | .40/.40 | .70 Max | .15 Max. | .80/1.2 | .25 Max. | .04/.35 | 0.15 | -- | Remainder |
7075 | 1.20/2.20 Max | .40 Max | .50 Max. | .30 Max | 2.10/2.90 Max | 5.10/6.10 Max. | .18/.28 | .20 Max | .15 Max | Remainder |
*Chemical analysis will vary on each heat number
Typical Aluminum Mechanical Properties
Grade | Tensile Strength (PSI) | Yield Point (PSI) | Elongation | Brinell Hardness |
2024 | 68,000 | 47,000 | *20 | 120 |
6061 | 45,000 | 40,000 | 95 | |
7075 | 83,000 | 73,000 | 11 | 150 |