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Acument-Licensed Drive Systems for Threaded Fasteners
Torx® · Torx Plus® · Autosert®
The full Acument® Torx drive family — licensed recess geometries for threaded fasteners across metal assembly applications.
Substantially longer bit life and near-zero cam-out compared to Phillips and hex — extending tool service intervals and enabling consistent torque control on robotic and manual assembly lines. Preferred across automotive programs requiring high-cycle automated driving, PPAP-controlled torque specifications, and reliable re-use across service cycles.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple Acument®-licensed manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Drive-to-fastener integrationTorx, Torx Plus, or Autosert recesses integrated into customer-specified fastener geometries — pan, flat, hex flange, or countersunk heads across the carbon-steel and alloy range.Family coverage · 4 drivesSelecting across the Torx® drive family
Torx®Six-lobe · baselineThe original six-lobe drive geometry (1967). Higher torque transfer and reduced cam-out compared to hex, slotted, and Phillips. Industry standard for threaded fasteners across automotive assembly, electronics, and machinery.Torx Plus®Optimized geometry · higher torqueSecond-generation drive with refined lobe geometry — transfers higher torque and extends bit life compared to original Torx, while providing near-zero cam-out for automated driving applications.Autosert®Self-centering · automationTorx Plus recess with compound-angle ramps that guide the driver bit into engagement — enables self-centering and reliable pick-up for robotic and high-cycle automated assembly lines.Tamper-Resistant TORX® / TORX PLUS® TRAnti-tamper · securityAvailable on request — center-post recess variants (6-lobe TR and 5-lobe Torx Plus TR) for applications requiring tool-restricted disassembly: ECU covers, battery pack panels, enclosure security, and regulated-access components.RangeSpecifications
SizesM1 – M30 · #0 – 1 1/4"Lengths10 – 200 mm · 3/8" – 8"MaterialCarbon steel, alloy steel, or stainless steel — or to customer specification.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, Geomet®, black oxide, or to customer specification.Head typesPan, flat, hex flange, countersunk, or per drawing.DriveTorx®, Torx Plus®, or Autosert® — as specified per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, Acument® part reference, or fastener spec requiring Torx family drive.
Torx®, Torx Plus®, Autosert®, and Resistorx® are registered trademarks of Acument®.
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MAThread-Licensed Anti-Cross-Threading Fasteners
MAThread® · MATpoint®
The MAThread® family — licensed anti-cross-threading fasteners with lead-thread geometry that straightens misaligned engagement before first thread lock.
Eliminates cross-thread failures on high-volume automated assembly — lead-thread geometry self-corrects misalignment before first thread lock, preventing damage to the mating threads. Reduces line stops, scrap, and rework across engine block, transmission, and HVAC module programs.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple MAThread®-licensed manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Point geometry selectionMAThread or MATpoint point geometry selected per engagement length and alignment tolerance — drawing-reviewed with customer engineering for each program.Family coverage · 2 formsSelecting across the MAThread® family
MAThread®Full engagement · highest toleranceStandard choice for full-length engagement applications where cross-thread recovery is critical. Highest self-alignment correction in the MAThread family — used where a failed engagement would halt an automated line.MATpoint®General purpose · balanced geometryCompatible with the widest range of applications — balanced lead-thread profile for typical engagement lengths across automotive bolt joints, engine accessory brackets, and fastening into cast components.RangeSpecifications
SizesM3 – M30 · #5 – 1 1/4"Lengths10 – 200 mm · 3/8" – 8"MaterialCase-hardened carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, or customer-specified material.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, Geomet®, black oxide, or to customer specification.Head typesPan, flat, hex flange, countersunk, or per drawing.DriveTorx®, Torx Plus®, Phillips, Pozidriv, hex socket, or per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, MAThread® part reference, or fastener spec requiring anti-cross-threading lead-in.
MAThread® and MATpoint® are registered trademarks of MAThread, Inc.
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EJOT-Licensed Thread-Forming Screws for Plastics
Delta PT® · Duro PT® · PT®
The full EJOT® PT family — thread-forming screws engineered for direct assembly into thermoplastic and thermoset substrates.
Optimized flank geometry distributes radial stress, delivers consistent clamp load, and maintains pull-out strength across repeated assembly cycles — eliminating metal inserts in most plastic-housing applications.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple EJOT®-licensed manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Beyond catalog configurationsCustom sizes, finishes, and head configurations beyond EJOT® standard catalog — supported across the family.Family coverage · 3 formsSelecting across the EJOT® PT family
Delta PT®Baseline · thermoplasticOptimized flank angles for general thermoplastic housings. Baseline choice for polyamide, ABS, PC/ABS, POM, and similar engineering plastics.Duro PT®Hardened flank · thermosetOptimized for harder substrates — thermosets, glass-filled polyamides, and high-temperature resins. Retains clamp load under thermal cycling.PT®Original · legacyThe original EJOT PT geometry. Specified on legacy drawings and where existing tooling / torque specifications must be preserved.RangeSpecifications
SizesM1 – M16 · #0 – 5/8"Lengths3 – 90 mm · 1/8" – 3 1/2"MaterialCase-hardened carbon steel, alloy steel, or stainless steel — or to customer specification.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, Geomet®, black oxide, or to customer specification.Head typesPan, flat, hex flange, countersunk, or per drawing.DriveTorx®, Torx Plus®, Phillips, Pozidriv, hex socket, or per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, EJOT® part number, or competitor equivalent.
Delta PT®, Duro PT®, and PT® are registered trademarks of EJOT®.
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Acument-Licensed Thread-Forming for Magnesium
Magform®
Licensed thread-forming fastener for magnesium die-cast components — 105° thread geometry forms strong threads via compressive action without cutting or debris.
Purpose-built for automotive lightweighting — steering columns, shift towers, airbag modules, and other magnesium assemblies where minimal debris and multi-cycle serviceability are critical.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple Acument®-licensed manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Engagement & material matchingScrew-to-boss engagement length and flank geometry matched to specific magnesium alloy and wall thickness — drawing-reviewed against customer magnesium die-cast specification.RangeSpecifications
SizesM3 – M12 · #5 – 1/2"Lengths12 – 90 mm · 1/2" – 3 1/2"MaterialCase-hardened carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, or customer-specified material.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, Geomet®, black oxide, or to customer specification.Head typesPan, flat, hex flange, countersunk, or per drawing.DriveTorx®, Torx Plus®, Phillips, Pozidriv, hex socket, or per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, Acument® part reference, or magnesium die-cast application requiring thread-forming into 105° geometry.
Magform® is a registered trademark of Acument®.
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REMINC-Licensed Thread-Forming Screws
Taptite II® · Taptite 2000® · Duo-Taptite® · Remform® · Plastite® · Kleerlok® · Powerlok®
The full Taptite® portfolio — trilobular and specialty thread-forming screws licensed by Research Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc. (REMINC).
One proven family covers sheet metal, die-cast, thermoplastic, and prevailing-torque applications without pre-tapped holes or secondary locking features.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple REMINC®-licensed manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Cross-reference supportCross-referencing between Taptite II, Taptite 2000, and competitor trilobular forms when drawings specify legacy or mixed callouts.Family coverage · 7 formsSelecting across the Taptite® family
Taptite II®Trilobular · metal sheetTrilobular thread-forming for low-carbon steel, aluminum, brass, and die-cast. Baseline choice for most metal-sheet joints.Taptite 2000®Radiused-lobe · thin sectionRadiused-lobe profile, lower drive-to-form ratio and reduced thread stripping in thin sections.Duo-Taptite®Dual-lead · high-cycleDual-lead geometry for faster initial engagement on high-cycle assembly lines.Remform®Thermoplastic · high pull-outThread-forming for thermoplastics; asymmetric flank geometry for high pull-out and low radial stress.Plastite®Trilobular · plastic housingTrilobular form for thermoplastic housings and general plastic fastening.Kleerlok®Prevailing-torque · vibrationPrevailing-torque locking screw for vibration-prone joints without chemical patch.Powerlok®Thread-rolling · hard die-castThread-rolling form optimized for thin sheet metal and hard die-castings.RangeSpecifications
SizesM2 – M16 · #2 – 5/8"Lengths12 – 90 mm · 1/2" – 3 1/2"MaterialCase-hardened carbon steel or alloy steel (standard for REMINC thread-forming); stainless or custom material per project.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, Geomet®, black oxide, or to customer specification.Head typesPan, flat, hex flange, countersunk, or per drawing.DriveTorx®, Torx Plus®, Phillips, Pozidriv, hex socket, or per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, REMINC® part reference, or competitor equivalent.
Taptite II®, Taptite 2000®, Duo-Taptite®, Remform®, Plastite®, Kleerlok®, and Powerlok® are registered trademarks of Research Engineering & Manufacturing Inc.
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Acument-Licensed Clinch Studs for Non-Weldable Assemblies
Strux®
Licensed clinch stud — displacement-collar geometry locks the stud into sheet material without welding, staking, or pre-drilled threads.
Purpose-built for non-weldable assemblies — dissimilar material joints, pre-coated / galvanized sheets, high-strength thin-gauge panels, and in-die or automated installation where spot welding introduces distortion or coating damage.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple Acument®-licensed manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Sheet metal and install processStud configuration and end style selected per sheet substrate, thickness, and installation equipment — drawing-reviewed with customer assembly engineering (in-die vs post-forming).Family coverage · 1 formStrux® clinch stud
Strux®Retaining-ring · clinch-lockedDisplacement-collar geometry locks the stud into sheet by forcing material into the retaining groove; retaining ring prevents push-out; rib profile around the head resists rotation. Installed by clinch press in-die or post-forming — heat-treated to SAE grades / ISO classes for critical-joint applications.RangeSpecifications
SizesM3 – M30 · #5 – 1 1/4"Lengths14 – 120 mm · 1/2" – 4 3/4"MaterialCase-hardened carbon steel, alloy steel, or stainless steel — heat-treated to SAE grades / ISO classes.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, Geomet®, black oxide, or to customer specification.Head typesEnd configurations: Single-end or double-end, or per drawing.DriveN/A — installation by clinch process (no drive recess).Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 7–10 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, Acument® Strux part reference, or sheet-metal joining application requiring non-weldable clinch stud installation.
Strux® is a registered trademark of Acument®.
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Weld Studs for Documented Automotive Applications
Weld Studs
Stud-welded fasteners — fused to base metal via arc or capacitor-discharge welding. No pre-drilled holes, no back-nut access required; installation by automated stud-welding robot or handheld gun.
Available for documented automotive applications requiring full PPAP / IMDS compliance and audited heat-treat / plating (CQI-9 / CQI-11) — body panel grounding, chassis structural brackets, exhaust mounting, interior trim. Standards: ISO 13918, GM 6076M, Ford WSS-M1P87, or AWS D1.1 / D1.3 per customer specification.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple qualified manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Documentation-driven supplyWeld stud supply matched per customer weld-process specification (CD, arc, drawn-arc), substrate material, and documentation requirements. Programmes requiring validated PPAP submission, IMDS declaration, or OEM-specific finish spec (GM 6076M, Ford WSS-M1P87) supplied per programme scope with full documentation trail.Family coverage · 2 typesWeld stud type reference
CD (Capacitor Discharge) Weld StudsThin sheet · millisecond arcCapacitor-discharge welding — millisecond-duration arc suitable for thin body panels (< 3 mm) without back-side heat distortion. Common on automotive body grounding, trim mounting, and electronic cabinet assembly.Arc / Drawn-Arc Weld StudsStructural · medium-heavy sheetDrawn-arc stud welding — longer arc duration, full-penetration weld for thicker sheet (3 – 20 mm) and structural applications. Used on chassis brackets, exhaust mounting, and body-in-white structural joints.RangeSpecifications
SizesM3 – M16 · #5 – 5/8"Lengths12 – 90 mm · 1/2" – 3 1/2"MaterialLow-carbon steel, alloy steel, or stainless steel (304 / 316) — per customer specification.FinishesBare steel, copper flash, zinc plating, GM 6076M, or to customer specification.Head typesFull-base, reduced-base (shear-type), flange, or internally-threaded — per drawing.DriveN/A — installation by stud-welding equipment; threaded end accepts standard nut per thread spec.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, weld process, substrate spec, and PPAP / IMDS requirements — quotation matched against documentation scope and programme volume.
Supplied through qualified manufacturing partners to ISO 13918 / GM 6076M / Ford WSS-M1P87 / AWS D1.1 / D1.3 specifications. PPAP / IMDS / RoHS / REACH documentation per customer program.
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SEMS Machine Screws with Captive Washer Pre-Assembled
SEMS Machine Screws
Screw-and-washer assemblies — machine screws shipped with one or more captive washers pre-assembled under the head. Eliminates separate washer handling and guarantees the washer is always installed, even on high-volume automated lines.
Selected across automotive electronic modules, ECU enclosures, harness brackets, dashboard components, and mixed-material joints where a specific washer type — flat, tooth-lock, or split-lock — is required without risk of loss or substitution on the line.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple qualified manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Washer-to-application matchingWasher type, material, and size matched to substrate hardness, coating, torque spec, and vibration profile — drawing-reviewed against customer joint requirements and PPM target.Family coverage · 4 formsSelecting across SEMS washer configurations
Plain / FlatMost common · bearing distributionFlat washer captive under the head — distributes clamp load and protects soft surfaces from indentation. Most common baseline SEMS configuration across automotive electronic assemblies, harness brackets, and industrial joints. Non-locking; paired with chemical thread-lock, lock nut, or prevailing-torque feature where retention is critical.External ToothAnti-rotation · exposed teethTeeth on the outer rim provide maximum grip against the mating surface and the largest torsional resistance. Selected where loosening under vibration is the primary concern and the joint tolerates visible tooth marks.Internal ToothConcealed teeth · clean surfaceTeeth face inward — used where tooth marks must be hidden (visible assemblies, painted panels). Requires tight mating-hole diameter to prevent tooth miss-engagement.Split Lock (Helical Spring)High-vibration · spring tensionSplit-ring geometry provides spring tension against the joint. Selected where the assembly sees continuous low-amplitude vibration. Paired with carbon or hardened spring-steel washers.RangeSpecifications
SizesM1.4 – M20 · #0 – 3/4"Lengths3 – 120 mm · 1/8" – 4 3/4"MaterialCarbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, or brass — or to customer specification.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, Geomet®, black oxide, nickel, or to customer specification.Head typesPan, flat, hex washer, cheese, or per drawing.DrivePhillips, Pozidriv, Torx®, slotted, hex socket, or per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, SEMS part reference, or assembly joint requirement with specified washer type and size.
Supplied through qualified manufacturing partners. PPAP / IMDS / RoHS / REACH documentation per customer program. Quality levels to 50 PPM standard; tighter levels (25 PPM) available on request.
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Clinch Stud Fasteners for Non-Weldable Sheet Metal
Clinch Studs
Clinch studs lock into sheet metal without welding — displacement-collar geometry forces material into the retaining groove; retaining ring prevents push-out; rib profile resists rotation.
Supplied via two paths depending on programme documentation requirements: Acument® Strux® with licensed baseline validation documentation, or qualified-partner generic equivalents for cost-sensitive programmes. Applications: body panels, chassis brackets, pre-coated sheets, dissimilar material joints, in-die installation.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple qualified manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Documentation strategy and customer validationBaseline Strux® reference documentation available for supplied product; however, we recommend customer-side validation testing against the specific production panel — coating, thickness, and tolerance vary per programme, and only panel-specific pull-out / torque retention data is reliably representative of actual assembly performance. Generic clinch supplied where customer has established in-house validation capability.RangeSpecifications
SizesM3 – M30 · #5 – 1 1/4"Lengths14 – 120 mm · 1/2" – 4 3/4"MaterialCase-hardened carbon steel, alloy steel, or stainless steel — heat-treated to SAE grades / ISO classes.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, Geomet®, black oxide, or to customer specification.Head typesEnd configurations: Single-end or double-end, or per drawing.DriveN/A — installation by clinch process (no drive recess).Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, mating panel specification, and documentation scope — we will recommend Strux® or generic path based on programme requirements.
Strux® is a registered trademark of Acument®. Generic clinch studs supplied through qualified manufacturing partners. PPAP / IMDS / RoHS / REACH documentation per customer program.
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Press-Fit Knurled Fasteners
Knurl Bolts
Knurled-shaft fasteners — the knurl pattern press-fits into an unthreaded hole and creates retention without tapped threads, heat-staking, or secondary fastening.
Available for specialty retention applications: plastic moulded components, die-cast brackets, thin-wall sheet anchors, and similar substrates where knurl geometry is specified by the customer drawing.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple qualified manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Specification-matched supplyKnurl pattern, pitch, and engagement length matched to customer drawing and substrate specification — supplied per programme requirements. Contact with full application context (substrate material, wall thickness, retention force target) for feasibility assessment and manufacturer selection.RangeSpecifications
SizesM3 – M16 · #5 – 5/8"Lengths6 – 60 mm · 1/4" – 2 1/2"MaterialCarbon steel, alloy steel, or stainless steel — per customer specification.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, black oxide, nickel, or to customer specification.Head typesHex, pan, flat, socket, shoulder, or per drawing.DriveHex, Phillips, Torx®, slotted, or per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing and substrate specification — feasibility and manufacturer selection confirmed per programme.
Supplied through qualified manufacturing partners on application-specific requirement. PPAP / IMDS / RoHS / REACH documentation per customer program.
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Precision Shoulder Bolts for Pivot and Bearing Applications
Shoulder Bolts
Bolts with an unthreaded precision shoulder between the head and the threaded portion — the shoulder acts as a bearing surface, pivot axis, or exact stop-point for linkage, pulley, roller, and hinge assemblies.
Available for pivot and bearing applications where a precision-ground shoulder diameter with defined tolerance is specified by the customer drawing.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple qualified manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Specification-matched supplyShoulder diameter, tolerance, shoulder length, and thread spec matched to customer drawing — supplied per programme requirements. Contact with full shoulder tolerance spec (typically h7–h9 per ISO 7379 / ANSI B18.3) and application context for feasibility assessment and manufacturer selection.RangeSpecifications
SizesM3 – M16 · #5 – 5/8"Lengths3 – 160 mm · 1/8" – 6"MaterialCarbon steel, alloy steel, or stainless steel — per customer specification.FinishesZinc, zinc-nickel, black oxide, nickel, or per drawing.Head typesSocket head (hex), hex head, or per drawing.DriveHex socket, external hex, or per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing and shoulder tolerance specification — feasibility and manufacturer selection confirmed per programme.
Supplied through qualified manufacturing partners to ISO 7379 / ANSI B18.3 / DIN 1460 specifications. PPAP / IMDS / RoHS / REACH documentation per customer program.
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Hex Flange Bolts for Automotive Structural Joints
Hex Flange Bolts
Hex head bolts with integrated flange — the flange replaces a separate washer, distributes clamp load over the bearing surface, and anti-rotation serrations prevent backing-off under vibration.
Baseline structural fastener across Tier 1 and Tier 2 programmes: engine block, transmission housing, chassis sub-frame, suspension control arms, exhaust manifold, and wheel hub assemblies. Supplied with external hex, Torx®, or combination drive per drawing, to JIS B1189, DIN EN 1665, or ISO 4162.
Why source through Way Fast
We serve Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers — primarily to North American OEM programs, including platforms shared with European and Japanese brands — with day-to-day experience handling the documentation and tolerance standards these projects demand.
01 · Multi-source capacityWorking with multiple qualified manufacturing partners — we match each order to the best-fit production line, stabilizing lead times and cost when single-source capacity tightens.02 · Submission-grade documentationFull support for PPAP (Levels 1–3), IMDS submission, and RoHS / REACH documentation.03 · Audited special-process chainPartners certified to AIAG CQI-9 (heat treat), CQI-11 (plating), and CQI-12 (coating) — covering the full post-processing chain under audited special-process controls.04 · Multilingual drawing reviewTechnical drawing review in English, German, Japanese, and Chinese — including ISO 8015 GPS callouts, JIS standards, thread tolerance classes, and coating specifications.05 · Strength class and coating selectionProperty class (8.8 / 10.9 / 12.9), drive type (external hex, Torx®, or combination), serration geometry, thread pitch (coarse / fine), and coating (phosphate-and-oil, zinc flake, Dacromet, Geomet) matched per torque spec, joint material, and service environment — drawing-reviewed against customer torque-to-yield or angular torque spec where applicable.Family coverage · 3 classesSelecting across hex flange bolt strength classes
Property class 8.8General structural · medium-carbon steelGeneral structural applications — brackets, mounting hardware, non-critical chassis joints. Medium-carbon steel, quenched and tempered. Standard choice for bulk structural fastening where yield strength above 640 MPa is sufficient.Property class 10.9Engine and chassis · alloy steelEngine block, cylinder head (non-torque-to-yield), transmission housing, chassis sub-frame, and suspension mounts. Alloy steel, quenched and tempered — yield strength above 900 MPa. Most common class in Tier 1 automotive assembly.Property class 12.9Critical joints · torque-to-yieldHigh-strength alloy steel for critical joints — cylinder head, main bearing caps, connecting rod bolts, and torque-to-yield applications. Yield strength above 1,080 MPa; often angle-torqued to specification during assembly.RangeSpecifications
SizesM5 – M30 · #10 – 1 1/4"Lengths10 – 200 mm · 3/8" – 8"MaterialMedium-carbon steel or alloy steel (quenched and tempered to property class). Stainless steel (A2 / A4) per customer specification.FinishesPhosphate-and-oil, zinc, zinc flake (Dacromet®, Geomet®), zinc-nickel, Delta-Seal®, black oxide, or to customer specification.Head typesHex head with serrated flange, hex head with smooth flange, or per drawing.DriveExternal hex (across-flats per ISO / DIN), Torx®, or combination drives per drawing.Lead timesQuotation and production
QuotationWithin 5–7 business days from receipt of drawing and specifications.Sample & productionSchedules issued per project.Send your drawing, property class, and torque spec — strength class, drive, coating, and manufacturer selection matched per programme.
Supplied through qualified manufacturing partners to JIS B1189 / DIN EN 1665 / ISO 4162 specifications. PPAP / IMDS / RoHS / REACH documentation per customer program.













