A wing nut is a type of nut that has two wing - like projections on either side, which allow it to be easily turned by hand without the need for tools. Here is a more detailed introduction:
Appearance: Wing nuts are typically made of metal or plastic. They have a hexagonal or square - shaped body in the middle, similar to regular nuts, but with two large, flat wings extending from opposite sides. The wings are designed to provide a good grip and leverage for turning the nut.
Function and Use: Wing nuts are mainly used in applications where quick and easy fastening and unfastening is required. They are commonly found in furniture, where they might be used to attach removable parts. In mechanical devices, they can be used to secure components that need to be adjusted or removed regularly. For example, in some machinery, a wing nut might be used to hold a cover plate in place, allowing easy access to the internal parts for maintenance. In automotive applications, they can be used to attach certain components under the hood that need to be accessed occasionally.
Advantages: The main advantage of wing nuts is their convenience. They can be tightened or loosened quickly by hand, even in situations where there is limited space and it would be difficult to use a wrench or other tools. This saves time and effort, especially in tasks that require frequent adjustments or disassembly. Another advantage is that they don't require special tools, so anyone can operate them without the need for extensive training or access to a toolbox.
Wing nut, also be called butterfly nut.
1,Standard: DIN315,ASME,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: M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M18 M20 M22 M24
Inch size: 1/4”,3/8”,1/2”,5/8”,3/4”,7/8”,1”
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)
