"IMSCREWS 3/8 x 2 Heavy-Duty Lag Screws - 304 Stainless Steel (5 pcs)
Massive Load-Bearing Strength When your project demands high structural integrity, the 3/8 diameter provides exceptional shear resistance far beyond standard 1/4 screws. These 2-inch bolts are the professional choice for mounting heavy steel brackets, playground equipment, or structural hardware to 4x4 posts and ledger boards.
Vise-Like Clamping Power Our partially threaded shank features a smooth upper section that allows the bolt to pull the hardware or outer board tightly against the support structure. This eliminates the bridging effect found with full-thread screws, ensuring a flush, high-tension connection for maximum stability.
304 Stainless Exterior Defense Forged from premium 18-8 (304) stainless steel for elite rust protection in outdoor and humid environments. compatible with ACQ pressure-treated lumber. These screws prevent unsightly corrosion streaks and maintain structural integrity on high-value cedar, redwood, or premium deck framing.
FAQ ¡ñ Tools: Fits a standard 9/16 hex socket or wrench. ¡ñ Pre-drilling: Required for 3/8 bolts. Use a 1/4 bit for softwoods or 5/16 bit for hardwoods to prevent timber splitting. ¡ñ Why 2 length? Perfect for securing 1/2 thick steel plates or 1 lumber while maintaining a deep 1 + thread anchor in the base post.
ELITE CLAMPING POWER The engineered partial thread allows the smooth shank to bypass outer board, pulling lumber together for a rock-solid, gap-free joint.
STRUCTURAL SHEAR STRENGTH At 3/8 oversized diameter, these lag bolts provide superior lateral resistance for heavy hinges, post bases, and framing.
[304 EXTERIOR SHIELD] Forged from premium 304 (18-8) stainless steel to endure high humidity and prevent rust staining in cedar, redwood, or ACQ lumber.
HIGH-TORQUE PERFORMANCE Robust hex head fits 9/16 socket drives perfectly, ensuring controlled, high-torque installation in dense hardwoods without head-snapping.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION To ensure structural safety and prevent splitting, pre-drilling a pilot hole (15/64 for softwoods, 1/4 for hardwoods) is required.