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Spanner Sizes: Your Quick Guide to Getting the Right Fit
Choosing the right spanner size doesn’t need to be a headache. Whether you're working with a metric or imperial (AF) setup, this quick guide will have you matching spanners to bolts in no time!
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Quick Guide to Choosing the Right LOCTITE® Product
Hey there, fellow DIY enthusiasts and industrial pros! Ever found yourself puzzled over which LOCTITE® adhesive to pick for your project? Worry no more! We've got a fun and friendly guide to help you navigate the sticky world of adhesives. Choosing the Right LOCTITE® Product LOCTITE® offers a variety of adhesives tailored for specific applications. Here's a quick rundown to help you choose: Threadlockers: Ideal for preventing unwanted movement, loosening, leaks, and corrosion on nuts, bolts, and threaded parts. They resist vibration and are perfect for securing fasteners. Thread Sealants: Designed to seal threaded pipes and fittings, preventing leaks of gases and liquids. They cure to form a strong seal that resists pressure and vibration. Retaining Compounds: Used to bond non-threaded, cylindrical metal assemblies. They fill the inner gaps between components and cure to form a strong, precision assembly. Instant Adhesives: Also known as super glues, these are fast-curing adhesives ideal for bonding small to medium-sized parts. They work well on a variety of substrates, including plastics and elastomers. Handy Tips Surface Preparation: Ensure surfaces are clean and free from contaminants for optimal bonding. Primer Use: For inactive metals or low-temperature applications, using a primer can speed up the curing process. Explore LOCTITE® Products Ready to get started? Check out these LOCTITE® products available at AIMS Industrial: LOCTITE® 222 Threadlocker LOCTITE® 243 Medium Strength Threadlocker LOCTITE® 567 Thread Sealant LOCTITE® 638 Retaining Compound LOCTITE® 401 Instant Adhesive Other LOCTITE® Guides Using LOCTITE® for pump maintenance Instant adhesives, accelerators and primers LOCTITE® product application guide General purpose vs specialty adhesive Threadlockers for fasteners LOCTITE® user guide Feedback from users in real-life applications
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Timing Belts: Measuring Made Easy
Learn how to measure a synchronous timing belt with our easy guide. Discover how to find the pitch, tooth profile, length, and width for the perfect fit. Avoid costly mistakes and keep your machinery running smoothly. Check out helpful tips, product links
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How to Easily Master Pulley Speed Ratios
Pulley speed ratios might sound a bit technical, but they’re easier than you think. Whether you’re chasing more grunt or extra speed, here’s how to get your machinery running like a beauty.
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The Right Drill Bits + FREE Size Charts
Get Started with the Perfect Drill Bit Assortment: Tips & Free Resources. Equip your toolbox with the right drill bits to save time and avoid costly mistakes. Discover essential tips and free resources in this article.
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A Quick Metric-Imperial Fastener Cheat Sheet
Check out our quick guide to fasteners, providing key information and tips for choosing the best fastener sizes for your needs.
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Drill Bit Size Chart (Metric-Imperial Equivalents)
For your convenience, here is a simplified chart of drill bit sizes, including a cross-reference table of common gauge sizing (number / letter sizes) with their metric (SI) and imperial (US decimal / fractional inches) values.
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When to Use Which LOCTITE® Product (With Charts from Henkel)
Refer to these charts, illustrations and references to know which Loctite product to use with various materials and surfaces.
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Pulley Speed Ratio: Larger Vs Smaller Pulleys
Here’s how you can spin your driven pulley faster or slower.
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Spanner Size Chart (Metric-Imperial Equivalents)
For your convenience, here is a simplified chart of which spanner you should use for what size of bolt or nut you need to turn, including a cross-reference table of common and alternative metric and imperial (UNC/UNF) values.
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Quick Guide to Choosing an Electric Motor
Here are questions we might ask to help you identify the electric motor you’re looking for.
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Fastener Reference Guide (Metric-Imperial Equivalents)
For your convenience, here is a simplified guide to identifying threaded fasteners (with illustrations), including a cross-reference table of common metric and imperial values.
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How to Identify and Measure Synchronous (Timing) Belts
Refer to these handy tips the next time you need to identify and order a synchronous belt.
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