Change thread sizes or types, such as fine to coarse threads, on parts without changing gender. These adapters can also be used as standoffs to position components in assemblies and to create space between parts. They have an external hex, so you can tighten them with a wrench.

Black oxide steel adapters have a finish that matches the aesthetics of your system and won’t chip or rub off. They resist rust better than plain steel in indoor and dry environments. However, they will corrode outdoors. At about a third of the weight of steel adapters, aluminum adapters are the lightest we offer. They resist corrosion in wet environments.

18-8 stainless steel adapters resist corrosion in wet environments but will corrode when exposed to salt water and chemicals. They may be mildly magnetic. 316 stainless steel adapters are for use in wet environments and have the best corrosion resistance. Unlike 18-8 stainless steel adapters, they resist corrosion caused by salt water and chemicals. They may be mildly magnetic.

Adapters that meet ASTM specifications are made from or plated with materials that adhere to specific standards for chemical and physical properties, such as hardness.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Connect two differently sized male-threaded parts, such as threaded rods, and tighten with a standard wrench. The threads on these adapters have various sizes and spacing, so you can increase or decrease thread size or adapt from coarse to fine threading. You can also use them to change the gender of a connection from male to female. Small adapters can work as threaded standoffs, which position and separate circuit boards and other components in assemblies.

Black-oxide steel adapters have a finish that won’t chip or rub off. They match the aesthetics of many systems and resists rust in indoor and dry environments.

Zinc-plated steel adapters resist corrosion until the plating wears away and are often used in dry environments.

18-8 stainless steel adapters withstand wet environments but will corrode when exposed to salt water and other chloride solutions.

316 stainless steel adapters are ideal in wet environments and will not corrode when exposed to salt water or harsh chemicals.

Aluminum adapters are about one third of the weight of steel adapters and resist corrosion in wet environments.

Adapters that meet ASTM specifications are made from or plated with materials that adhere to standards for chemical and physical properties, such as hardness.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.