Why is my stainless steel magnetic?

Why Is Stainless Steel Sometimes Magnetic?

Confused why your “stainless” fastener sticks to a magnet? This article explains stainless steel grades, why some are magnetic and others are not, and how cold working during fastener manufacturing changes magnetism.

Why is my stainless steel magnetic?

Why Is Stainless Steel Sometimes Magnetic?

Confused why your “stainless” fastener sticks to a magnet? This article explains stainless steel grades, why some are magnetic and others are not, and how cold working during fastener manufacturing changes magnetism.

Allen Wrenches, Hex Key Specifications, History and Common Uses.

Allen Wrenches (Hex Keys): History, Uses & Complete Size Guide

Allen Wrench History

Allen wrenches, or hex keys, are simple but essential tools used worldwide. Discover their history, benefits, and detailed US & metric size charts — plus answers to common questions about use, compatibility, and sizing. Shop quality hex keys at Monster Bolts.

Guitar Saddle Height Screw Guide

Guitar Saddle Height Screw Guide – Find #4-40, #4-48, M3 & #6-32 Replacements

Identify the correct guitar saddle height screws for Fender, PRS, Ibanez, VegaTrem & more (#4-40, #4-48, M3, #6-32). Quick charts, hex key sizes, model/era tips, and direct replacement links.

Anodized titanium voltage color chart showing 10–100 volt color progression with fasteners — Monster Bolts

Titanium Basics and Anodized Titanium Color Chart

Titanium

Explore titanium anodizing the right way: precise 10–100V color chart, process overview, why certain colors aren’t possible, durability, and how to order any Monster Bolts titanium fastener custom-anodized.

Proferred Max Drive bronze decking and wood screws with serrated tip and 6 Lobe drive.

Highlights - Proferred Max Drive Decking and Outdoors wood screws

Deck Screws

Max Drive deck screws bring pro-level innovation to everyday builds—sharp tips, deep drive recess, and industry-leading corrosion resistance.

Two titanium socket cap screws on a clean white background — minimalist, high-contrast product image by Monster Bolts.

Different Types of Socket Screws (Allen / Hex Drive)

Socket Cap Screws

A quick, practical guide to socket screws: what each head style does, when to use it, and how DIN/ISO standards map to real-world applications—plus materials, grades, and torque resources.

How to Remove a Stripped Screw - MonsterBolts

How to's

Stuck screw? Use these step-by-step methods—from simple driver swaps and the rubber-band trick to extractors and cutting a slot—to remove stripped screws safely. Includes a quick method chooser and prevention tips.

Why Did My USPS Package Get Routed the “Wrong” Way? | Monster Bolts

Why Did My USPS Package Get Routed the “Wrong” Way? | Monster Bolts

Mail Problems
At Monster Bolts, we occasionally hear from customers worried that their USPS tracking shows a package traveling the “wrong way.” While it can loo...
MonsterBolts Crimp and Seal waterproof Butt Splice Connectors, 16-14 AWG shown in blue

Sealed Butt Splicing Connectors: A Simple Guide to Reliable Electrical Wiring

Sealed butt splice connectors make wiring fast and reliable. Learn how they work, color coding, and how to choose the right size for your project.

Stainless Thread Galling (Seized/Frozen Bolts): What It Is & How to Prevent It | Monster Bolts

Stainless Thread Galling (Seized/Frozen Bolts): What It Is & How to Prevent It | Monster Bolts

Stainless fasteners are tough — but prone to “thread galling,” also called seized or frozen threads. Here’s how to spot it, avoid it, and fix it when it happens.

Metric vs Inch Fasteners: Conversion Guide & Sizing Tips

Metric vs Inch Fasteners: Conversion Guide & Sizing Tips

Confused about metric vs inch fasteners? This guide explains key differences, provides a quick conversion chart, and shows how to measure bolts and choose the right tools.

Essential Tools Every Homeowner Must Have In Their Toolbox

Essential Tools Every Homeowner Must Have In Their Toolbox

As homeowners, we all know that fixing up the house is just part of the routine. There will always be something that breaks and needs fixing, so it...
Get Two Drivers (or Three!)

Get Two Drivers (or Three!)

See if you've ever experienced this before. You're trying to complete a project, and you go to the store to get fasteners. You decide you want a ce...