Material Composition | Industrial Equipment, Automotive | - Industry Standard: Carbon Steel (ASTM A36) - Our Base: 304 Stainless Steel (ASTM A240) ▲ (resists corrosion 10x longer) - Our Advanced: 316 Stainless Steel + Zinc Plating ▲▲ (marine-grade, ASTM A240 + ASTM B633) | Base: Better corrosion resistance than standard. Advanced: Superior marine use | Base: Slightly heavier. Advanced: Higher cost |
Corrosion Resistance | Marine, Outdoor Environments | - Industry Standard: Uncoated (24h salt spray) - Our Base: Zinc Plated (ASTM B633, 480h) ▲ - Our Advanced: Black Oxide + 316 Steel (1000+h) ▲▲ | Base: 20x longer life than standard. Advanced: Best for harsh marine conditions | Base: Requires maintenance. Advanced: Most expensive option |
Thread Precision | High-Torque Applications | - Industry: Coarse thread (ISO 296-1) - Our Base: Fine thread (ISO 261) ▲ (better grip) - Our Advanced: Precision thread (ISO 262) ▲▲ (tighter tolerances) | Base: Reduces slippage. Advanced: Ensures precise alignment | Base: Limited to standard sizes. Advanced: Requires specialized tools |
Length Variety | Custom Assembly Projects | - Industry: Limited (e.g., 5 standard lengths) - Our Base: 8 lengths (2–25mm) ▲ - Our Advanced: 10+ lengths incl. custom ▲▲ | Base: Covers most common needs. Advanced: Flexibility for niche applications | Base: No custom options. Advanced: Longer lead times for custom lengths |
Surface Finish | Aesthetic or High-Wear Surfaces | - Industry: Matte (unpolished) - Our Base: Polished (ISO 8295) ▲ (smoother) - Our Advanced: Polished + Coating ▲▲ (scratch-resistant) | Base: Easier to clean. Advanced: Durable against abrasion | Base: Less resistant to scratches. Advanced: Adds weight |
Customization | Identification/ Safety-Critical Use | - Industry: None - Our Base: Green ABS Caps ▲ (protection + color coding) - Our Advanced: Multiple colors + Engravings ▲▲ (custom logos/text) | Base: Reduces thread damage. Advanced: Full branding/safety compliance | Base: Limited to green. Advanced: Higher per-unit cost |