Lobed knobs, also called clamping knobs, have a scalloped edge with four grip points to allow for maximum grip and comfort, even while wearing gloves.

These durable lobed knobs are impact- and chemical-resistant and provide a neat appearance for finished applications that require precision adjustments.

Reid Supply has a wide range of 4-lobed knobs, from plastic knobs to stainless steel and iron in a variety of thread sizes and mounting types.

Learn more about what solutions exist for your application in our article on selecting the right knobs and handles.

Within manufacturing, U-bolts serve as critical fastening components, ensuring the secure and stable mounting of pipes, tubes, and structural elements within production lines and machinery. Essential for fluid systems and structural integrity, U-bolts provide reliable clamping. Available in various materials and shapes, they aid equipment setup and maintenance, ensuring consistent operation. From securing hydraulic lines in robotic assembly cells to mounting structural supports for conveyor systems, U-bolts are indispensable for maintaining operational efficiency and safety in manufacturing environments.

These check nuts are made of 303 stainless steel or low carbon steel, soft, with a black oxide finish. They can be used in conjunction with many other components such as knurled head screws, torque thumb screws, hand knob assemblies, toggle show clamp assemblies and many other tooling applications.

Our T-handle knobs have steel studs that easily fit into either male- or female-threaded applications, creating an easily gripped knob or handle with an ergonomic design.

The T-handle design provides a strong handhold for quickly adjusting controls or as a kind of lever to open and close equipment.

Shop Reid Select’s complete supply of T knobs online today or call our team to order the specific part you’re looking for.

T-handle knobs can also be used for clamping applications if needed. We carry both inch and metric T-handle knobs in a variety of materials and sizes.

Learn what makes T-handle knobs ideal for certain applications in our article on Knob Materials, Applications, and Types.

6-lobed prong knobs provide a symmetrical grip across a variety of materials for customizing clamping and manual adjustment of workpieces or equipment.

Our 6-arm prong knobs come in steel, aluminum, plastic, and with a variety of insert threading materials, from brass to steel.

Find the inch or metric size you need for your lobed knob needs online today.

Learn more about the differences between types of lobed knobs by visiting our knowledge center and reading how to Select the Right Knobs and Handles.

Thumb screw knobs can be press-fit onto screws to create a small knob for clamping or securing quickly and easily with just the thumb and forefinger.

The wide variety of thumb screw knobs we supply can be used with any length screw and come in a variety of knurling patterns or wing-tip designs. They are ideal for applications where space is restricted and fastening with a tool is not possible.

We carry thumb screws in a variety of styles, including:

• Knurled
• Lobed
• Wing
• L-Knob
  

The versatility of thumb screw knobs extends to overlapping styles, including knurled lobed and many others. Browse our online catalog to see every style, size, and application type of thumb screw knob available with the quickest lead times.

Knurling comes in a variety of patterns depending on the application of the knobs you need to help clamp or adjust tools across a variety of workspaces.

Knurled knobs in vertical or diamond patterns increase grip ability, which makes it ideal for scenarios where grip may not be guaranteed due to contact with water or lubricants.

There are many types of knobs that use knurling. Explore all your options for materials and types of knobs by downloading our Guide to Knobs and Handles e-book.

Shop industry-leading DimcoGray knurled knobs of all shapes and patterns at Reid Supply.

You can learn more about the types of knurling available across knobs and handles by reading our article on common knurling types.

Slotted locator bushings are used with alignment pins to align two holes without binding. Supplied with roll pin to ensure accurate orientation.

Tooling balls are used as a reference point for inspection, layout, and machining applications. We offer tooling balls with or without a shoulder.

Eye bolts consist of a threaded shank with a loop at one end. When attached to structures such as wood or steel posts, rope or cable is fed through the loop to lift objects. Made of forged carbon steel or stainless steel, our selection of eye bolts includes plain style and shoulder style to resist bending. Available with a hex nut for additional support.

Digital indicators are precision instruments that can measure small distances between two surfaces with extreme accuracy. Measurements are shown on an LCD display. Features include absolute encoder, preset, zero-set, inch/metric conversions, reverse reading, SPC output, and GO/NOGO functions. Also known as test indicators, digital indicators are frequently used to measure machinery calibrations and equipment tolerances.

We offer a selection of accessories for use with our line of dial and digital indicators. Products include contact points, connecting cable, magnetic stands, and swivel joints.

Sometimes referred to as fluted knobs, lobed knobs with 10 lobes bridge a valuable gap between lobed knobs and knurled knobs by bringing wider grips than a typical knurled knob, while increasing the number of lobes over much wider gaps in knobs with fewer lobes.

They are ideal in setups where a "soft" grip is desired for hand cranking on equipment or workpieces.

Not sure whether a knob or handle is appropriate for your setup?

Check out our Engineer Guide to Knobs, Handles, and Handwheels to find the material and style of knob or handle that works best for your project’s specifications.

Rest buttons support and position workpieces from the bottom or side. Our selection includes circular, press fit, and threaded rest buttons.

Ideal for irregularly shaped workpieces, we offer an assortment of serrated gripper pads, as well as adjustable bolt grippers, swivel action grippers, and tapered grippers.

Machine screw jacks are height adjustable and used to support elevated areas of a workpiece. We also carry ball-shaped and V-shaped screw jack pads.

We stock electronic cables and replacement batteries for use with our line of digital calipers.

Gauge handles are used to hold plug gauges for go and no-go gauging. The green end holds the go gauge and the red end holds the no-go gauge. We offer both single- and double-edge gauge handles.

We offer an assortment of bushings that are used with our line of gauge handles.

Feeler gauges are a vital tool for checking valve tolerance, point gaps, and other narrow slots.

3-arm prong knobs are among the most common type of lobed knob, allowing easy access even with thick gloves on for small adjustments to equipment and workpieces across industries.

Find inch and metric 3-lobed knobs at Reid Supply in both female and male thread inserts of a variety of materials, including plastic, stainless steel, and brass insert threading in Reid Supply’s online catalog.

Star knobs, or 5-lobed knobs, are a common sight in manufacturing environments as well as end products in a variety of industries.

We carry a wide variety of star knobs in heavy-duty materials such as cast iron, steel, and plastic with multiple types of insert material.

Shop manufacturers of industry-leading knobs such as Rogan, Elesa, and Kipp online right now or read more about lobed knobs in our downloadable guide to knobs.