Left-handed and right-handed fastener threads: Everything you need to know

Fastener thread sizes are either left or right handed. So what are the differences? Essentra Components have designed this guide to answer that question. The guide will also explain fastener thread engagement and show you different fastener thread shapes. In this guide, we’ll cover:

• What is screw thread?
• What is screw handedness?
• Left-hand thread
• Right-hand thread
• Types of threads
• Common uses and applications of fastener threads
• Uses and applications of left-handed fastener threads
• Uses and applications of right-handed fastener threads
• The differences between right-handed and left-handed fastener threads

Read the full guide here