Product Description

AN3-4A is a hexagonal-head aircraft bolt with a #10-32 UNF right-hand thread and an undrilled shank, used for structural fastening where a cadmium-finished alloy steel fastener with a defined grip length is required.

0 1. Overview

This bolt belongs to the AN3 series of aircraft bolts manufactured from high-strength alloy steel grades 4037 or 8740. The fastener has a hex head and an undrilled shank, with the dash letter A identifying the undrilled configuration for use with stop nuts or applications that do not require a cotter pin. Thread form is UNF with thread size #10-32 and thread class 3A for close-tolerance engagement.

For the AN3-4A size, the nominal length is 17/32 inch and the grip length is 1/8 inch, with a thread length of 0.406 inch. The head diameter is 0.43 inch and head height ranges from 0.109 to 0.141 inch. The material is alloy steel with a cadmium finish, and the thread direction is right-hand. Technical information notes FAA-STD approval and identifies the bolt as suitable for use in helicopter applications. The alloy steel grades are referenced as 4037 and 8740 for the construction of this airframe fastener.

0 2. Key Features

  • Hex head aircraft bolt in the AN3 series
  • Undrilled shank configuration identified by the A suffix
  • #10-32 UNF right-hand thread with class 3A tolerance
  • Nominal bolt length of 17/32 inch for the -4 dash size
  • Grip length of 1/8 inch with 0.406 inch thread length
  • Manufactured from 4037 or 8740 alloy steel with cadmium finish
  • Head diameter of 0.43 inch and head height range of 0.109 to 0.141 inch
  • Technical data notes FAA-STD approval and helicopter suitability
0 3. Specifications

Part Number: AN3-4A
Series: AN3
Fastener Type: Hexagonal-head machine bolt, undrilled shank
Material: Alloy steel (grades 4037/8740)
Finish: Cadmium
Diameter: #10
Thread Size: #10-32
Thread Type: UNF
Thread Class: 3A
Thread Direction: Right-hand
Nominal Length: 17/32 in
Grip Length: 1/8 in
Thread Length: 0.406 in
Head Type: Hexagonal
Head Diameter: 0.43 in
Head Height: 0.109 to 0.141 in
Technical Approval: FAA-STD approved
Suitable for Use With: Helicopter applications
Pack Quantity: 100 per pack

FAQs

01. What does the A suffix indicate on the AN3-4A bolt?

The A suffix on the AN3-4A bolt indicates that the shank is undrilled.

02. What are the key dimensions of the AN3-4A aircraft bolt?

The AN3-4A aircraft bolt has a nominal length of 17/32 inch, a grip length of 1/8 inch, and a thread length of 0.406 inch.

03. What thread specification does AN3-4A use?

AN3-4A uses a #10-32 UNF right-hand thread with class 3A tolerance.

04. From what material is the AN3-4A bolt manufactured?

The AN3-4A bolt is manufactured from alloy steel grades 4037 and 8740 with a cadmium finish.

05. What technical approval is referenced for the AN3-4A bolt?

The AN3-4A bolt is identified as FAA-STD approved.

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