Nylon Insert Nut, also known as nylon insert lock nut, is a kind of fastener widely used in various industries. Here is a detailed introduction:
Nut Body: Usually made of metal, such as steel or stainless steel, which provides the basic mechanical strength and thread structure for connection. The outer shape of the nut is similar to that of a common hexagon nut, with a regular hexagonal shape, which is convenient for using tools such as wrenches for installation and disassembly.
Nylon Insert: A nylon ring is embedded in the nut. This nylon insert is the key component that gives the Nylon Insert Nut its unique properties. The nylon material has good elasticity and friction characteristics.
The nylon insert in the nut plays a crucial role in preventing loosening. When the nut is screwed onto the bolt, the nylon insert is compressed and deforms. It exerts a radial force on the bolt thread, generating a strong frictional force. This frictional force helps to prevent the nut from loosening due to vibration, rotation, or other external forces during use. Even under harsh working conditions, the Nylon Insert Nut can maintain a reliable locking effect, ensuring the stability and safety of the connection.
Excellent Anti - loosening Performance: It can effectively prevent the nut from loosening, which is especially important in applications where vibration and dynamic loads are present, such as in the automotive, aerospace, and machinery manufacturing industries.
Reusability: In many cases, Nylon Insert Nuts can be reused. As long as the nylon insert and the nut body are not damaged, the nut can be unscrewed and reinstalled without losing its anti - loosening function.
Wide Applicability: It can be used with various types of bolts and screws, and is suitable for different materials and working environments. Whether it is in a high - temperature environment or a humid and corrosive environment, as long as the appropriate material of the Nylon Insert Nut is selected, it can work stably.
Automotive Industry: It is used in the assembly of engines, chassis, and body structures to ensure that the connection parts can withstand the vibration and impact during the driving process and maintain the reliability of the connection.
Aerospace Industry: In the manufacturing of aircraft and spacecraft, where high reliability and safety are required, Nylon Insert Nuts are widely used in the connection of various components to ensure the safety of the aircraft during flight.
Electrical and Electronic Equipment: It is used in the assembly of electronic equipment such as computers, mobile phones, and household appliances to ensure that the connection of components is firm and will not loosen due to vibration or other reasons during use.
General Machinery Manufacturing: In various types of machinery and equipment, such as industrial production lines, construction machinery, and agricultural machinery, Nylon Insert Nuts are used to connect various parts to ensure the normal operation of the equipment.
1,Standard: DIN985, open to customized
2,Thread: UNC,UNF
3,Material: Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel ,low carbon steel(mild steel), middle carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel (SS201, SS304, SS316),and brass, aluminium alloy.
4,SAE Class: 2,5.8 ASTM A194 2H. Metric from 4 to 10
5,Metric Size: M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M18 M20 M22 M24 M27 M30 M33
Inch size: 1/4”,3/8”,1/2”,5/8”,3/4”,7/8”,1”,1-1/4”,1-1/2”,2”,2-1/4”
6,Surface finish: Plain finish,Black ,Black Oxide, Black Zinc Coating,Hot Dip Galvanized(HDG), Zinc Plated, Yellow ZP,Brass coating, Nickle plated , Chrome plating, Dacromat, Geomet, etc.
7,Packing: 20-25kg Carton+Pallet (bulk packing OR small box packing)
