Industrial Fastener · Bolts Series

Square Head Bolt

Square head bolts have a four-sided head, used historically before the hex head became standard. They remain in use today in specific machinery applications, restoration work, and architectural ironwork. The square head can be wrenched with an open-end wrench in tight spaces where a hex socket...

DIN 478, DIN 479 (square head,... Carbon steel, Stainless M6 – M30
StandardDIN 478, DIN 479 (square head, square neck)
Grade / MaterialCarbon steel, Stainless
Size RangeM6 – M30
FinishPlain, Zinc plated, HDG, Black oxide

Product Overview

Square Head Bolt sourcing essentials

Square head bolts have a four-sided head, used historically before the hex head became standard. They remain in use today in specific machinery applications, restoration work, and architectural ironwork. The square head can be wrenched with an open-end wrench in tight spaces where a hex socket cannot fit.

Defined Standard

DIN 478, DIN 479 (square head, square neck)

Material & Grade

Carbon steel, Stainless

Application Fit

Machinery, valve handles, antique restoration, architectural

Export Ready

Inspection records, lot labels, certificate options, and destination-ready packing.

Technical Data

Specification range

Final dimensions, mechanical properties, finish, and packing are confirmed against the RFQ and applicable standard.

StandardsDIN 478, DIN 479 (square head, square neck)
Diameter RangeM6 – M30
MaterialCarbon steel, Stainless
Surface FinishPlain, Zinc plated, HDG, Black oxide
ApplicationMachinery, valve handles, antique restoration, architectural

Common surface finishes

Select an option to review its sourcing note. Exact coating system, thickness, and corrosion requirement are confirmed with the order.

A clean bright finish for general indoor machinery and commercial hardware. State thickness and salt-spray performance in the RFQ.

Quality Control

Checked before consolidation and export

Each order is matched to the specified standard and verified at practical control points before shipment.

01 · DOCUMENT

RFQ confirmation

Standard, size, grade, pitch, finish, certificates, packing, and destination are locked before production.

02 · INSPECT

Lot verification

Critical dimensions, thread fit, markings, finish appearance, and packing labels are sampled and recorded.

03 · RELEASE

Shipment approval

Photos and required reports are organized before consolidated loading and export documentation.

Buyer Questions

Frequently asked questions

Why are square head bolts still used?

Square heads provide better wrench grip on four flats versus hex's six, and can be tightened with adjustable wrenches more securely. They are still specified in some heavy machinery, valve assemblies, and any application where the visual or mechanical heritage of the connection matters.

Ready to quote Square Head Bolt?

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