Overview
Chicago Hardware 3/8″ U-bolts without plates are precision-engineered fasteners designed for industrial and commercial pipe securing applications. This box of 13 units delivers dependable performance for equipment assembly, machinery mounting, and structural securing tasks. The absence of mounting plates offers flexibility for custom installations requiring anchoring to existing frame work or non-standard mounting surfaces.
Key Features
- 3/8″ diameter with 1-1/4″ thread specification for standard industrial connections
- Steel construction for strength and load-bearing reliability
- No mounting plates—allows custom drilling and attachment to your infrastructure
- Round-bend design suitable for pipe and conduit clamping applications
- Box of 13 units for medium-scale projects and maintenance stock
- Widely compatible with industrial machinery, HVAC systems, and electrical conduit securing
Technical Specifications
- Bolt Diameter: 3/8″
- Thread Size: 1-1/4″ (UNC)
- Inside Length: 2-5/6″ (approximately 2.833″)
- Material: Steel
- Finish: Standard (zinc-plated or hot-dipped galvanized finishes available in Chicago Hardware line)
- Quantity per Box: 13 units
- Mounting Type: U-bolt only (no plate attachment)
- Thread Type: Coarse rolled threads
- Form: Round bend
Typical Applications
Chicago Hardware 3/8″ U-bolts are ideal for:
- Securing pipes and conduit in industrial plants and facilities
- Equipment mounting on structural steel or composite frames
- HVAC system installation and maintenance
- Electrical raceway and cable tray securing
- Water line and plumbing system support
- Machinery vibration isolation and stabilization
- Custom fabrication where pre-drilled plates create interference
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard UNC threads (1-1/4″ pitch)
- Steel and composite structural materials
- Existing Chicago Hardware fastener systems and configurations
- Industrial machinery frames and equipment mounting points
- HVAC, electrical, and mechanical support systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator or original equipment documentation before ordering. Chicago Hardware U-bolts are standard-sized fasteners; ensure matching thread pitch (1-1/4″ UNC) and inside dimensions (2-5/6″) when substituting.
Works With
- Standard hex nuts and washers (sold separately)
- Flat and lock washers (3/8″ size)
- Chicago Hardware fastener ecosystems (round-bend U-bolts, long-tangent variants)
- Industrial fastening and maintenance tools
- All standard bolt cutters, thread-forming equipment, and assembly fixtures
