Turning these nuts to the left causes them to tighten. To keep pieces that move counterclockwise from loosening, use them with left-hand rods and screws. These fit in places with limited clearance since they are about half as tall as standard-profile nuts. By threading them up against another hex nut to secure it, you can also use them as jam nuts.
The majority of machinery and equipment can be fastened with these Grade 5 or Class 8 nuts. Make sure your screw has a similar strength rating to prevent stripped threads during installation.
These rust-resistant nuts are ideal for outdoor and damp settings.
These nuts are almost half as strong as medium-strength nuts and are rated Grade 2, Class 6, or lower. They work well for light-duty fastening tasks like locking access panels. In order to prevent thread stripping during installation, use them with screws that have a comparable strength grade.
Brass—Conductive and nonmagnetic, brass nuts are frequently used to fasten electrical components inside enclosures, including mounting brackets and circuit board assemblies. They won't harm other fastening elements because they are softer than most metals.