ST3/8-16X1

Stainless steel hex head bolts with 3/8-16 thread and silicone seals

Manufacturer: apm-hexseal

series introduction

# Introduction to the ST3/8 - 16X1 Product Series

## Overview
The ST3/8 - 16X1 product series represents a cutting - edge line of components engineered to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of modern industrial and technical applications. This series is the result of extensive research, development, and quality control, ensuring that each product offers high performance, reliability, and durability.

## Naming Convention
Let's break down the naming convention of the ST3/8 - 16X1 series to understand its key features.
- **ST**: This is the brand or product family identifier, which stands for the reputation and quality associated with the manufacturer. It indicates that the product adheres to a certain set of standards and design principles.
- **3/8**: This typically refers to a measurement, often related to the size of a key dimension such as the diameter of a shaft, the width of a component, or the size of a connection point. In many mechanical applications, a 3/8 - inch measurement is a common and standardized size, ensuring compatibility with other industry - standard parts.
- **16**: This number can have different meanings depending on the nature of the product. It could represent the number of teeth on a gear, the number of threads per inch in a threaded component, or the number of elements in an array.
- **X1**: The “X” might be a model - specific identifier, while “1” could denote a particular version or configuration within the series. This allows for easy differentiation between similar but distinct products in the lineup.

## Design and Construction
### Materials
The ST3/8 - 16X1 series is constructed using high - quality materials. For mechanical components, this may include hardened steel alloys that offer excellent strength and wear resistance. In electrical or electronic parts, materials with high conductivity and insulation properties are selected to ensure optimal performance and safety. The choice of materials is based on the specific application requirements, ensuring that the products can withstand harsh environments, high temperatures, and heavy loads.

### Manufacturing Processes
Advanced manufacturing techniques are employed in the production of the ST3/8 - 16X1 series. Precision machining processes are used to achieve tight tolerances, ensuring that each component meets the exact specifications. For example, computer - numerical - control (CNC) machining is used to create complex shapes and features with high accuracy. In addition, surface treatments such as plating or coating are applied to enhance corrosion resistance and improve the overall appearance of the products.

## Performance Features
### Mechanical Performance
If the ST3/8 - 16X1 series includes mechanical components such as gears or shafts, they offer high torque transmission capabilities. The precisely machined teeth on gears ensure smooth and efficient power transfer, reducing noise and vibration. Shafts are designed to withstand high bending and torsional loads, providing reliable operation in demanding applications.

### Electrical Performance
For electrical components in the series, they exhibit low resistance, high insulation resistance, and excellent electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). This ensures stable electrical performance, minimizes power losses, and reduces the risk of interference with other electronic devices.

### Environmental Resistance
The products in the ST3/8 - 16X1 series are designed to be resistant to a wide range of environmental factors. They can operate in high - humidity environments without significant degradation in performance. Additionally, they are often resistant to chemicals, dust, and dirt, making them suitable for use in industrial settings, outdoor applications, and even in harsh chemical processing environments.

## Applications
### Industrial Machinery
The ST3/8 - 16X1 series is widely used in industrial machinery. For example, gears from this series can be found in conveyor systems, where they are responsible for transmitting power and controlling the speed of the conveyor belts. Shafts are used in motors and pumps

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Datasheets

Partlist

ST3/8-16X1
ST3/8-16X1-1/2
ST3/8-16X1-1/22701
ST3/8-16X1-1/2 2701
ST3/8-16X1-1/4
ST3/8-16X1-1/42701
ST3/8-16X1-1/4 2701
ST3/8-16X1 2701
ST3/8-16X12701
ST3/8-16X1-3/4
ST3/8-16X1-3/42701
ST3/8-16X1-3/4 2701