An Introduction To Full Nuts, Wing Nuts & Nyloc Nuts (Video)
In the video below, we discuss our nuts range of full, wing and nyloc nuts; explaining how they are used and discussing specification details.
What are the different types of nuts?
A Nut is a type of fastening device that screws onto the male thread of a corresponding screw or bolt. It uses both compression and friction to do its job.
We supply a few different types of nuts. While they all serve the same basic function, it’s important to choose the right one for the job.
Full Nuts
Full Nuts are the standard, hexagon nut. They are the most common type of nut, sometimes referred to as “Hex Nuts”. The hexagonal shape makes them easy to install from almost any angle, which makes them ideal for a variety of uses.
Our Full Nuts come in a range of diameters (M6, M8, M10, M12, and M16) and are supplied with a wide variety of different finish.
Wing Nuts
Wing Nuts are designed to be tightened purely by hand, using just finger pressure. The advantage of this is that they can be quickly and easily adjusted if necessary, without the need for tools.
Wing Nuts are sometimes called “Mickey Mouse” nuts – this is because the two wings of the nut bear a resemblance to the ears of the Disney character!
Our Wing Nuts are available in multiple diameters (M6, M8, M10, and M12), and supplied in a range of different finishes depending on the thread type they're required for.
Nyloc Nuts
Nyloc Nuts are self-locking nuts that use a nylon collar to create friction against the thread of the bolt or screw it is used with. The nylon collar squeezes the thread as it’s tightened, which prevents the nut from loosening.
While Nyloc Nuts can be re-used, we do not recommend it – each time they are used, they become less and less effective until they can’t be used anymore. You should always check the nylon collar of the nut before use to make sure it’s not damaged.
While the effective operating temperature of Nyloc Nuts can differ depending on the manufacturer, we recommend using them in temperatures around -40°C to 120°C.
To install a Nyloc Nut, thread it onto your fixing of choice and tighten it by hand until you can feel resistance. Then continue to tighten it using a spanner or socket until the nut sits firmly against the surface of the object that you are securing.
Our Nyloc nuts are available in multiple diameters (M6, M8, M10, and M12). They are supplied with a range of different finishes including BZP and A2 Stainless Steel, depending on the type of nyloc nut and thread type that's required.
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