Freeman Square-Head Steel Dowels


The familiar square head of these dowels remains one of the best methods of offering a sturdy bearing surface for the inserting wrench to grasp. Those dowels which have been frozen in threads by foundry use can be removed with adjustable wrenches.

All parts of one size are interchangeable, so changes in pin length or bushing length are possible without completely reworking the job. Offering good wear resistance and high strength, these dowels are commonly used for aluminum, gray iron, brass or plastic pattern equipment and are especially useful for shell mold and hot box pattern equipment.

Sold individually and in box quantities. See the Dowel Dimensions Guide under Additional Information for sizing details.

Please note: These dowels replace the discontinued Master Metal Dowels. Freeman Square-Head Dowels offer equivalent sizes. Please contact Customer Service for details or questions.



Freeman Square Head Steel Dowel is an alternative to the Master Metal Dowel.




SKU Description   UM Thick Width Length Height Board ft. Net Wt. Diameter Grade Grit Plys Radius SPB Ship Note Min. Qty Pcs/Box Pcs/Bundle Winding Ft/Box Handle Len Head Diam Head Len Mfg. # Qty
161005 Square-Head Steel Dowel (Standard) - Size 1 - 50 sets per box $$ BX
161010 Square-Head Steel Dowel (Standard) - Size 2 - 50 sets per box $$ BX
161015 Square-Head Steel Dowel (Standard) - Size 3 - 50 sets per box $$ BX
161020 Square-Head Steel Dowel (Standard) - Size 4 - 50 sets per box $$ BX
161025 Male Pin - Size 1 $$ EA
161030 Male Pin - Size 2 $$ EA
161035 Male Pin - Size 3 $$ EA
161040 Male Pin - Size 4 $$ EA
161070 Male Pin Long Style - Size 2 $$ EA
161075 Male Pin Long Style - Size 3 $$ EA
161080 Male Pin Long Style - Size 4 $$ EA
161110 Extra Long Style Male Pin - Size 3 CO $$ EA
161115 Extra Long Style Male Pin -Size 4 $$ EA
161045 Female Bushing - Size 1 $$ EA
161050 Female Bushing - Size 2 $$ EA
161055 Female Bushing - Size 3 $$ EA
161060 Female Bushing - Size 4 $$ EA
161090 Female Bushing Long Style - Size 2 $$ EA
161095 Female Bushing Long Style - Size 3 $$ EA
161100 Female Bushing Long Style - Size 4 $$ EA

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  • Shipping: Freeman charges standard published UPS/FedEx shipping rates (unless freight is specified). All orders under $25 are subject to a $5 small order fee. International orders are subject to a $250 minimum order.

  • Liquid products are sold by weight, not volume.

  • SPB = Sheets per Box

  • HAZ-G = Hazardous material, cannot ship air, up to $33 surcharge applied for each package shipped ground within the US.

  • HAZ-A = Hazardous material, cannot ship air, no surcharge for ground shipping.

  • HAZ-T = Toxic material, must be sent by freight carrier.

  • FRT = must be sent by freight carrier due to size, weight, or hazardous classification.


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