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

    Hex Nuts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hex Nuts. Hex Nuts.
    The most commonly used hex nuts, these are suitable for fastening most machinery and equipment.
    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.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    2"-4 1/2
    		3"1 23/32"SAE Grade 5
    		ASME B18.2.21000000000000000
    2"-12
    		3"1 23/32"SAE Grade 5
    		ASME B18.2.2100000000000000
     
    Steel
    2"-4 1/2
    		3"1 23/32"SAE Grade 5
    		ASME B18.2.2100000000000000
    2"-12
    		3"1 23/32"SAE Grade 5
    		ASME B18.2.2100000000000000
     
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