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 Nut (hardware) - Definition 

A nut is a type of hardware fastener with a threaded hole. Nuts are usually hexagonal to permit tightening with a wrench but may also be square, knurled, winged or otherwise shaped. Along with a bolt, nuts are designed to capture and fasten objects together.

Nuts are graded with strength ratings compatible with their respective cap screws; for example, a PROPERTY CLASS 8.8 nut will be able to support the rated torque and clamp load of a PROPERTY CLASS 8.8 cap screw.

Types of nuts

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wing nuts, hex nut, hex flange nut, flanged weld nuts for stud welding
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slotted, square, cap, locking "nylock" and castellated nuts
  • simple nut
  • flange nut
  • locking nut
    • lug nut
    • polymer insert
    • oval lock
    • castellated nut
  • T-nut
  • slotted nut
  • weld nut
  • wing nut
  • knurled nut, thumb nut
  • insert nut
    • rivet
    • staked/welded (for plastic)
  • turnbuckle
  • T-groove-nut

See also

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