Ship Systems and Equipment - Fasteners - Selection and Identification Guidance J2280

This SAE Standard provides a comprehensive list of guidelines for the selection, identification, and control of metric- and inch-sized fasteners for use in shipboard applications for both shipbuilder installed joints and for use in shipboard components. This guidance includes the following:a. Fastener material selection.b. Fastener thread form and fit selection.c. Selection of fastener finish, when needed.d. Selection of locking devices and elements, when needed.e. Selection of screw thread fastener inserts, when needed.f. Use of fastener part or identifying numbers.g. Identification marking requirements.