Metric bolt/nut set Does anybody have a good source for metric nuts/bolts? None of the hardware stores around me carry anything metric. I had a bunch of extras in my Folger Tech i3 kit, but I am starting to run dry on hardware and need to order some more. So far the best I can find is this: [www.amazon.com] But its only M4 and up. I am looking for something with a nice assortment of M3 and M4 bolts and nuts. The best I can find is this: [www.amazon.com] However that company is very shady and they offer the same kit of bolts in black, and according to the reviews, the bolts are actually PLASTIC! They are advertised as stainless steel but they are plastic, so I don't very much trust ordering from this "Shitong" company and world-com store thats distributing them. I am looking for a kit because I just want to have a bunch on hand in different sizes for different projects. It would be a lot more convenient than ordering specific bolts each time. https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532153#msg-532153 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:48:02 -0400 Phorum 5.2.23 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532684#msg-532684 Re: Metric bolt/nut set https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532684#msg-532684 Epop General Tue, 14 Jul 2015 21:26:45 -0400 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532682#msg-532682 Re: Metric bolt/nut set https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532682#msg-532682
When I am repairing something and I run into a strange nut or screw I usually order from McMaster Carr.

Four sets of metrics crews, I usually go to eBay and order from China. It takes a long time to get, but the price is always right and I've never had a problem when it comes to quality.

If I ordered something on Amazon in stainless steel and it came to me in plastic, I would send it back. Amazon is pretty good when it comes to returns. I've never had a problem, I just contact the seller, tell them that I want to return the item and Amazon sends me a shipping label and a UPS truck. I hand the box to the UPS driver, he places the shipping label on the box and it's a done.]]> james-william-kincaid-lll General Tue, 14 Jul 2015 21:21:21 -0400 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532496#msg-532496 Re: Metric bolt/nut set https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532496#msg-532496 the_digital_dentist General Tue, 14 Jul 2015 11:35:37 -0400 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532467#msg-532467 Re: Metric bolt/nut set https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532467#msg-532467
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I went through this a while back and found that the sets weren't effective. A box of 100 screws can cost as little as $4.00 in this size range ( [www.mcmaster.com] ), and even less if you go to a cheaper/import source.

I went to a local fastener supplier and bought 5-6 lengths each from m2, m2.5, m3, m4, m5, and m6 (plus nuts and washers). IIRC it cost $3-6 a box. The sheer amount of time and frustration saved made it completely worthwhile.

Yeah I have been seriously considering this. I ordered the shitong kit for now and will order 100 packs of the ones I still need.]]> mel0n General Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:02:14 -0400 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532464#msg-532464 Re: Metric bolt/nut set https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532464#msg-532464 www.mcmaster.com] ), and even less if you go to a cheaper/import source.

I went to a local fastener supplier and bought 5-6 lengths each from m2, m2.5, m3, m4, m5, and m6 (plus nuts and washers). IIRC it cost $3-6 a box. The sheer amount of time and frustration saved made it completely worthwhile.]]> 691175002 General Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:51:15 -0400 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532362#msg-532362 Re: Metric bolt/nut set https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532362#msg-532362
http://www.tridprinting.com/Mechanical-Parts/#3D-Printer-Kossel-Nuts-Bolts-Screw-Kit

They also have bulk screws.....]]> vreihen General Tue, 14 Jul 2015 05:56:17 -0400 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532159#msg-532159 Re: Metric bolt/nut set https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532159#msg-532159
You can usually find assortments as well as individual parts in any quantity you need.]]> the_digital_dentist General Mon, 13 Jul 2015 16:26:58 -0400 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532153#msg-532153 Metric bolt/nut set https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,532153,532153#msg-532153
So far the best I can find is this:
[www.amazon.com]

But its only M4 and up. I am looking for something with a nice assortment of M3 and M4 bolts and nuts. The best I can find is this:
[www.amazon.com]

However that company is very shady and they offer the same kit of bolts in black, and according to the reviews, the bolts are actually PLASTIC! They are advertised as stainless steel but they are plastic, so I don't very much trust ordering from this "Shitong" company and world-com store thats distributing them.

I am looking for a kit because I just want to have a bunch on hand in different sizes for different projects. It would be a lot more convenient than ordering specific bolts each time.]]> mel0n General Mon, 13 Jul 2015 16:10:32 -0400