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    23 Products
    About Hex Nuts
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    Choose a hex nut with the right profile, material, and strength for your application.

    Thin-Profile Hex Nuts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hex Nuts. Thin-Profile Hex Nuts.
    About half the height of standard-profile nuts, these fit in spaces with low clearance. You can also use them as jam nuts by threading them against another hex nut to hold it in place.
    Medium-Strength Steel
    These Grade 5 or Class 04 nuts are your go-to for fastening most machinery and equipment. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the zinc plating withstands occasional exposure to moisture.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"SAE Grade 5
    		ASME B18.2.2194846A04000000
     
    Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"SAE Grade 5
    		ASME B18.2.2194846A2240000
     
    High-Strength Steel
    Rated Grade 8, Grade C, or Class 10, these nuts are about 25% stronger than medium-strength steel nuts. They are commonly used to fasten components in valves, pumps, motors, and other high-stress applications. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel—With a more durable finish than clear zinc plating, these nuts are suitable for most wet and outdoor environments. However, they won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that stainless steel can.
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    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"SAE Grade 8
    		ASME B18.2.2193839A04000000
     
    Low-Strength Steel
    Rated Grade 2, Class 6, or lower, these nuts are about half as strong as medium-strength nuts. They are suitable for light duty fastening applications, such as securing access panels. Use them with screws that have a similar strength rating to avoid stripping threads during installation.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the zinc plating withstands occasional exposure to moisture.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
    Thread
    Size
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Fastener Strength
    Grade/Class
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    Qty.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"SAE Grade 2
    		191078A04000000
     
    Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"SAE Grade 2
    		590494A14000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these nuts resist rust. However, they won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these nuts won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"191847A04000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"194805A2470000
     
    Brass
    Brass—Conductive and nonmagnetic, brass nuts are commonly used to secure electrical equipment, such as circuit board assemblies and mounting brackets, inside enclosures. They're also softer than most metals, so they won't damage other fastening components.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    Brass
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"192174A682000000
     

    Jam Nuts for Turnbuckles

    Tighten these nuts against the turnbuckle body to prevent the end fitting from unscrewing.
    For Galvanized Steel Turnbuckles
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Turnbuckles. Jam Nuts for Turnbuckles.
    Left- and Right-Hand
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    Grade 2 Galvanized Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"One Left-Hand Threaded Jam Nut, One Right-Hand Threaded Jam Nut30045T811000000
     

    Thin-Heavy-Profile Hex Nuts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hex Nuts. Thin-Heavy-Profile Hex Nuts.
    About half the height of standard-profile hex nuts and 10% wider, these fit in spaces with low clearance and handle heavier loads by distributing them over a larger area. You can also use them as jam nuts by threading them against another hex nut to hold it in place.
    Extreme-Strength Steel
    These nuts are about 20% stronger than high-strength steel nuts. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
    Thread
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    Specs. Met
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    Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		2"23/32"ASTM Grade 2H
    		ASME B18.2.2, ASTM A194195010A19000000
     
    Low-Strength Steel
    Rated Grade 2, Class 6, or lower, these nuts are about half as strong as medium-strength nuts. They are suitable for light duty fastening applications, such as securing access panels. Use them with screws that have a similar strength rating to avoid stripping threads during installation.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
    Thread
    Size
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Fastener Strength
    Grade/Class
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		2"23/32"SAE Grade 2
    		590502A435000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these nuts resist rust. However, they won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		2"23/32"191851A66000000
     
    Brass
    Brass—Conductive and nonmagnetic, brass nuts are commonly used to secure electrical equipment, such as circuit board assemblies and mounting brackets, inside enclosures. They're also softer than most metals, so they won't damage other fastening components.
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    Qty.
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    Brass
    1 1/4"-7
    		2"23/32"192683A882000000
     

    Left-Hand-Thread Hex Nuts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Hex Nuts. Left-Hand-Thread Hex Nuts.
    These nuts tighten when turned to the left. Use them with left-hand rods and screws to prevent counterclockwise-moving parts from loosening.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these nuts won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
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    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"1 1/16"195355A290000000
     

    Left-Hand-Thread Thin-Profile Hex Nuts

    These nuts tighten when turned to the left. Use them with left-hand rods and screws to prevent counterclockwise-moving parts from loosening. About half the height of standard-profile nuts, these fit in spaces with low clearance. You can also use them as jam nuts by threading them against another hex nut to hold it in place.
    Medium-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Hex Nuts. Left-Hand-Thread Thin-Profile Hex Nuts.
    These Grade 5 or Class 04 nuts are your go-to for fastening most machinery and equipment. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the zinc plating withstands occasional exposure to moisture.
    Thread
    Size
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Fastener Strength
    Grade/Class
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"SAE Grade 5
    		199612A20100000
     
    Low-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Hex Nuts. Left-Hand-Thread Thin-Profile Hex Nuts.
    Rated Grade 2, Class 6, or lower, these nuts are about half as strong as medium-strength nuts. They are suitable for light duty fastening applications, such as securing access panels. Use them with screws that have a similar strength rating to avoid stripping threads during installation.
    Black-Oxide Steel—Typically chosen for their appearance, these nuts have a dark, matte coating to create a finished look. They offer minimal corrosion resistance, so they're best for dry environments.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    Fastener Strength
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    Black-Oxide Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"SAE Grade 2
    		ASTM A108190519A801000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Hex Nuts. Left-Hand-Thread Thin-Profile Hex Nuts.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these nuts resist rust. However, they won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
    Thread
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    Specs. Met
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    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"ASME B18.2.2194450A537000000
     
    Brass
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Hex Nuts. Left-Hand-Thread Thin-Profile Hex Nuts.
    Brass—Conductive and nonmagnetic, brass nuts are commonly used to secure electrical equipment, such as circuit board assemblies and mounting brackets, inside enclosures. They're also softer than most metals, so they won't damage other fastening components.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    Size
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Each
    Brass
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"23/32"92117A910000000
     

    Thin-Profile Nylon-Insert Locknuts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Thin-Profile Nylon-Insert Locknuts.
    About half the height of standard-profile locknuts, these fit in spaces with low clearance. You can also use them as jam nuts by threading them against a hex nut to hold it in place. The nylon insert grips the screw to prevent loosening from moderate vibration without damaging threads. However, the insert may become brittle if exposed to high temperatures. These locknuts are reusable a handful of times, but the holding power decreases with each use.
    Medium-Strength Steel
    These Grade 5 or Class 8 nuts are your go-to for fastening most machinery and equipment. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the zinc plating withstands occasional exposure to moisture.
    Thread
    Size
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Fastener Strength
    Grade/Class
    Insert Max.
    Temp., ° F
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    Qty.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 13/16"3/4"SAE Grade 5
    		220191342A290000000
     
    Low-Strength Steel
    Rated Grade 2, Class 6, or lower, these locknuts are about half as strong as medium-strength steel nuts. Use them with screws that have a similar strength rating to avoid stripping threads during installation.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the zinc plating withstands occasional exposure to moisture.
    Thread
    Size
    Wd.
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    Insert Max.
    Temp., ° F
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    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 13/16"3/4"220190566A26200000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these locknuts resist rust. However, they won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 13/16"3/4"220190101A090000000
     

    Thin-Profile Steel-Insert Locknuts for Extreme Vibration

    Image of Product. Bottom orientation. Locknuts. Thin-Profile Steel-Insert Locknuts for Extreme Vibration.
    About two-thirds the height of standard steel-insert locknuts, these fit in spaces with low clearance and offer the most secure hold of all our thin-profile locknuts. You can also use them as jam nuts by threading them against a hex nut to hold it in place. The tab on the insert stops the nut from rotating, even under extreme vibration. These locknuts are ideal for equipment with constant motion or jarring starts and stops, including conveyors, shakers, and compactors. In fact, they're so secure, they can even fasten components on roller-coasters. You can reuse them once or twice, but their holding power decreases after the first use, so you should use a new locknut for the strongest possible hold.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
    High-Strength Steel
    Rated Grade 8, Grade C, or Class 10, these locknuts are about 25% stronger than medium-strength steel nuts. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
    Thread
    Size
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Fastener Strength
    Grade/Class
    Each
    Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		1 7/8"31/32"SAE Grade 8
    		90619A213000000
     

    Thin-Heavy-Profile Nylon-Insert Locknuts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Thin-Heavy-Profile Nylon-Insert Locknuts.
    About half the height of standard-profile locknuts and 10% wider, these fit in spaces with low clearance and handle heavier loads by distributing them over a larger area. You can also use them as jam nuts by threading them against a hex nut to hold it in place. The nylon insert grips the screw to prevent loosening from moderate vibration without damaging threads. However, the insert may become brittle if exposed to high temperatures. These locknuts are reusable a handful of times, but the holding power decreases with each use.
    Low-Strength Steel
    Rated Grade 2, Class 6, or lower, these locknuts are about half as strong as medium-strength steel nuts. Use them with screws that have a similar strength rating to avoid stripping threads during installation.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the zinc plating withstands occasional exposure to moisture.
    Thread
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    Temp., ° F
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    Qty.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1 1/4"-7
    		2"1 7/64"250190652A070000000
     
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