Threaded Rods:
Like screws and bolts, the threaded rod is another frequently used fastener. Basically, it is a helical stud with threads on the rod. Similar in appearance to a screw, the threading extends along the rod to cause rotational movements while being used; thus, the stud merges the linear and rotational movement to drive into the material and make holding power in the material.
It's worth mentioning here that the direction of this rotation depends on whether the threaded rod has a right-hand thread, left-hand thread, or both.
Generally, this threaded bar is used the same way as a very long, thick bolt screw: it is used for fastening or supporting systems or materials in various applications.
Common types of threaded rods:
The threaded rods can be categorized according to their features, functions, and applications. In terms of structural elements, there are two most popular types:
Fully Threaded Rod— These types of threaded bars feature the threading that runs along the stud's entire length, allowing nuts and other fixings to mate fully at any point along with rods.
Double-End Threaded Rod— These threaded bars are featured by threading at either end of the stud, and the center part is not threaded. The two threaded portions at both ends are of equal length.
Where to use the threaded rod?
To sum up, the threaded rod has mainly two applications: fastening materials or supporting structures (stabilizing). The threaded bar can be used with standard nuts and washers to achieve these targets. There's also a particular type of nut called rod coupling nut, which attaches two parts of a rod firmly together.
Particularly the applications of the threaded rod
Materials fastening—Threaded rods connect metal to metal or wood; they are broadly used for wall construction, furniture assembling, etc.
Structure supporting—Threaded bar is also used to stabilize structures as it can be placed into different materials like concrete, wood, or metal, creating a steady base for the construction.