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25,975 Products

Raw Materials

Aluminum

Lightweight, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant—all with material certificates for traceability

990 products

Fiberglass

A lightweight alternative to metal and wood widely used in electrical and structural applications

98 products

Steel

Strong, machinable, and weldable—all with material certificates for traceability

3,332 products

Stainless Steel

Resists corrosion and chemicals in most environments—all with material certificates for traceability

1,241 products

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

1,981 products

Carbon Fiber

The strongest composite we offer; comparable in strength to 6061 aluminum but lighter in weight

140 products

Wood

Commonly used to build ramps, crates, and prototypes or to make repairs

153 products

Garolite

A strong, machinable alternative to metal and plastic widely used in circuit boards and gears

583 products

Tungsten

Our densest metal resists wear and heat to make end mills, heat shields, electrodes, and more

190 products

Foam

Pockets of air make it lighter in weight than rubber; good for packing, insulating, and sealing

109 products

Hard Fiber

Chemically treated to be hard and dense, this is the easiest composite to machine in our offering

17 products

Rubber

Compresses and bounces back to shape; often used for sealing, cushioning, and shock absorbing

566 products

Ceramic

Hard and wear resistant, it also withstands corrosion and high temperatures

373 products

Mica

An electrical insulator that resists high temperatures; use in circuit breakers and heating elements

6 products

Graphite

Compressible or conductive for making high-temperature seals, furnace parts, and crucibles

34 products

Cobalt

Resists impact and rapid temperature changes—all with material certificates for traceability

3 products

Glass

Clear and highly heat and chemical resistant; often used in sights, lighting, and lab equipment

228 products

Kevlar

Super tough for protection against prolonged wear and abrasion

5 products

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Pole Handles

Replace handles or extend the reach on tools like brooms, paint rollers, and window washers

41 products

Pole Handle Adapters

Convert a pole handle to a tapered or threaded handle, or replace an existing handle tip

2 products

Chain Link Fencing

Everything you need to build or repair a chain link fence, from posts to gates

55 products

Fence Posts

Secure and hold up fencing

10 products

Flagpoles

Fly flags outside your building

9 products

Rebar Caps

Brightly colored to alert workers to exposed rebar and pipe

4 products

Rebar

Reinforces concrete to reduce the chance it will crack from expansion and contraction

9 products

Toilet Tank Replacement Parts

Replace parts such as flappers, fill valves, and floats in your toilet tank

3 products

Electrical

Metric Circular Cords

Send power and signal to equipment with metric connections

543 products

Mini Cords

Often used to send power and signal to automated systems, motors, and pumps

207 products

USB Cords

Transfer data between computers, printers, and mobile devices

1 product

Power Cords

Connect equipment and devices to a power source

19 products

Sensor Signal Adapter Cords

Send data between sensors and receivers that have different signal types

2 products

Solenoid Valve Cords

Connect solenoid components, such as valves and motors

59 products

Breakaway Cords

Disconnect if pulled to prevent stress on cord

6 products

Ethernet Cords

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

2 products

Metric Circular Connectors

Plugs, sockets, receptacles, and adapters for equipment with metric connections

208 products

Molex Connectors

Plugs, sockets, and housings for making Molex connections

165 products

Latching Connectors

Protect connections in wet or harsh environments while keeping them accessible

173 products

Mini Connectors

Plugs, sockets, and receptacles send power and signal to equipment and automated systems

69 products

Power Connectors

Plugs, sockets, receptacles, and other connectors for powering equipment

135 products

Mil. Spec. Connectors

Meet strict military standards or are compatible with Mil. Spec. connectors

154 products

Solenoid Valve Connectors

Sockets and receptacles to connect solenoid components, such as valves and motors

16 products

AMP Connectors

Build-your-own and ready-to-use AMP connectors

76 products

Ecomate Connectors

Connect machine tools, robots, and other vibrating equipment

14 products

Breakaway Connectors

If pulled or stressed, these disconnect without damaging cables and equipment

3 products

Sure Seal Connectors

A PVC housing keeps out liquids and dust and resists chemicals

6 products

Micro 360 Connectors

Plugs and sockets to make signal and data connections in tight spaces

20 products

Amphenol Connectors

Attach wires to a circuit board

29 products

Han Connectors

Stackable plugs and sockets to make Han connections

6 products

Outlet Strips

Plug in multiple devices to power them from a single outlet

2 products

Distribution Blocks

Distribute electricity from a single power source to several devices in a circuit

8 products

Electrical Connector Caps

Protect data connectors when not in use

31 products

Electrical Connector Seals

Add to the front or back of connectors to block out dust, debris, and weather

5 products

Electrical Connector Thread Adapters

Join two connectors that both have internal threads

6 products

Manual Switches

Everything from toggle, push-button, and rocker switches to foot switches

10 products

Building and Machinery Hardware

Slip-On Framing and Fittings

Insert rails into fittings and tighten screws to make guards, railings, and racks

434 products

Clamp-On Framing and Fittings

Two-piece fittings let you modify assembly stations, conveyors, and racks without dismantling them

270 products

T-Slotted Framing and Fittings

The most versatile system, attach fittings along the continuous slots to build virtually anything

2,332 products

Bolt-Together Framing and Fittings

Fasten through equally spaced holes to build and adjust guards, tables, and racks

125 products

Strut Channel Framing and Fittings

Secure fittings in the U-shaped channel to route conduit and pipe or build other structures

1,658 products

Locking-Slotted Framing and Fittings

Make platforms, bases, and other structures that stand up to more movement than T-slotted framing

12 products

Flush-Fit Framing and Fittings

Create smooth stair and platform railings by sliding fittings into rails and tightening the screws

11 products

Press-Fit Framing and Fittings

Set up temporary partitions, guards, and displays using only a hammer

90 products

Weld-Together Framing and Fittings

Permanently join rails and fittings to assemble heavy duty racks, shelving, and work tables

40 products

Push-to-Close Latches

Automatically hold doors shut when you push them closed

9 products

Safety Equipment

Bollards

Anchor to the ground or floor to block vehicle access

26 products

Chain Barriers

Hook chain onto posts to restrict access to areas

15 products

Chain Barrier Magnet Mounts

Hang chain between metal surfaces instead of between posts

1 product

Retractable Belt Barriers

Stretch belts between walls, racks, posts, and cones to restrict access to areas

44 products

Retractable Belt Receptacles

Create an end point for retractable belts with posts or wall receptacles

14 products

Traffic Posts

Taller than cones to divide lanes of traffic and form barriers

16 products

Safety Rails

Protect people on platforms, loading docks, and elevated walkways

70 products

Guardrails

Protect pedestrian walkways from vehicles

83 products

Hot Sticks

Operate high-voltage switches from a safe distance

22 products

Hot Stick Heads

Swap out the head on your hot stick to operate switches, pull cotter pins, and more

10 products

Hot Stick Hand Guards

Create a barrier between your hands and high-voltage areas when operating switches

1 product

Electrical-Insulating Rescue Hooks

Pull injured workers away from electrical hazards without shocking yourself

3 products

Umbrellas

Compact, in-ground, vehicle-mount, and welding umbrellas

7 products

Machine Guards

Surround equipment to prevent injury to workers and damage to machines

66 products

Communication

Equipment Markers

Mark electrical boxes, fire hydrants, or parking curbs at risk of being hit by vehicles

6 products

Reflectors

Mark roads and sign posts so they're easier to see in low-light conditions

8 products

Sign Posts

Drive into the ground or mount to a base to display signs

23 products

Sign Holders

Display signs on walls, floors, tables, and other surfaces

9 products

Signs

Everything from accident prevention to traffic control to exit signs

4 products

Fabricating and Machining

Retrievers

Grab and pull objects out of hard-to-reach spots

55 products

Jam Removers

Clear objects that are blocking conveyors, chutes, and hoppers

13 products

Window Poles

Open and close windows

2 products

Magnetic Retrievers

Pick up screws, nuts, and other small magnetic objects

27 products

Sanders

Smooth the surfaces of workpieces and remove layers of paint and rust

5 products

Power Transmission

Connecting Rods

Use with rod ends and swivel joints to link components in push/pull assemblies

808 products

Linear Shafts

Pair with linear bearings to reduce friction in manual and automated systems

109 products

Material Handling

Puller Hooks

Pull crates, bales, and other objects or lift off covers

11 products

Jack Posts

Prop up beams and joists to keep them from drooping

6 products

Lifting Magnets

Lift, pull, and move metal sheets, plates, and parts with magnetic force

3 products

Vacuum Lifters

Grip and move objects with air- or electric-powered suction

5 products

Trolleys

Transport hook-mount hoists along a beam for lifting and moving loads

5 products

Forklift Roll-Lifting Poles

Keep rolled and coiled items from slipping off as your forklift moves

2 products

Ladder Support Posts

Extend a hand-hold from the top of ladders used for tanks and roof access

4 products

Scaffold Clamps

Construct scaffolding and secure supports, such as railings

2 products

Scaffold Guardrails

Add a barrier around your scaffold platform to prevent falls

3 products

Fastening and Joining

Standoffs

Separate, position, or connect components in assemblies

1,259 products

Threaded Rods

Anchor, connect, or hang components in a wide variety of applications

5,370 products

Thread Adapters

Join threads of a different type, size, and gender

27 products

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Temporary Partition Poles

Support tarps, drop cloths, and plastic sheeting to create temporary walls that block dust

3 products

Wire Partitions

Create secure storage and work rooms that you can see into

59 products

Metal Panels

Close off openings in structures while allowing air to pass through

253 products

Hot Stick Bags

Store, transport, and protect hot sticks

8 products

Lighting

Light Bulb Changers

Install and remove light bulbs, even if bulbs are broken or in tight spaces

4 products

Facility Lights

Illuminate both indoor and outdoor areas with a permanent light source

2 products

Fluid Handling

Float Rods

Connect valve bodies and floats to build or repair a float valve

18 products