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    Nylon-Insert Locknuts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Nylon-Insert Locknuts.
    Versatile yet economical, these are the most commonly used locknuts. 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.
    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.
    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.
    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.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
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    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"1 3/64"SAE Grade 8
    220197135A05900000
     
    Black-Oxide Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"1 3/64"SAE Grade 8
    220197135A4350000
     
    Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"1 3/64"SAE Grade 8
    220190630A1750000
     
    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.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"1 3/64"SAE Grade 5
    220595615A330000000
     
    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.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"1 3/64"220590640A370000000
     
    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.
    316 Stainless Steel—Our most corrosion-resistant nuts, these hold up in just about any environment. They won't degrade from exposure to weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"1 3/64"220191831A16000000
     
    316 Stainless Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"1 3/64"220190715A12300000
     

    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.
    High-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Thin-Profile Nylon-Insert Locknuts.
    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.
    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.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the zinc plating withstands occasional exposure to moisture.
    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.
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    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"35/64"SAE Grade 8
    250194945A12500000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"35/64"SAE Grade 8
    220194945A2500000
     
    Black-Oxide Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"35/64"SAE Grade 8
    250194945A1160000
     
    Medium-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Thin-Profile Nylon-Insert Locknuts.
    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.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"35/64"SAE Grade 5
    220191342A27000000
     
    Low-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Thin-Profile Nylon-Insert Locknuts.
    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.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"35/64"220190566A25600000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Thin-Profile Nylon-Insert Locknuts.
    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.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"35/64"220190101A075000000
     

    Top-Lock Distorted-Thread Locknuts

    Irregularly shaped threads at the top of these locknuts grip the screw for a stronger hold than nylon-insert locknuts. Although the threads prevent the nut from backing out due to vibration, they also increase the effort to install and remove. To get these nuts off, you may need special tools, such as an impact wrench or propane torch. Nuts are not reusable.
    High-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Top-Lock Distorted-Thread Locknuts.
    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.
    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.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the zinc plating withstands occasional exposure to moisture.
    Cadmium-Plated Steel—These locknuts have good lubricity to thread on smoothly and ease installation. The plating also creates a barrier against rust that's comparable to zinc-yellow-chromate plating.
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    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"ASTM Grade C
    199291A32000000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"ASTM Grade C
    592501A54000000
     
    Cadmium-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"ASTM Grade C
    592501A46500000
     
    Medium-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Top-Lock Distorted-Thread Locknuts.
    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.
    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.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"15/16"SAE Grade 5
    195065A112000000
     
    Black-Oxide Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"15/16"SAE Grade 5
    190673A1180000
     

    Center-Lock Distorted-Thread Locknuts

    Also known as reversible locknuts, these thread on from either side, so you don't have to worry about fastening them incorrectly and damaging your screw. The irregularly shaped threads in the middle grip the screw for a stronger hold than nylon-insert locknuts. Although the threads prevent the nut from backing out due to vibration, they also increase the effort to install and remove. To get these nuts off, you may need special tools, such as an impact wrench or propane torch. Nuts are not reusable.
    High-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Center-Lock Distorted-Thread Locknuts.
    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.
    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.
    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.
    Thread
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    Qty.
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    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"SAE Grade 8
    190636A111000000
     
    Black-Oxide Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"SAE Grade 8
    190636A11900000
     
    Low-Strength Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Center-Lock Distorted-Thread Locknuts.
    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.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"SAE Grade 2
    590040A155000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Center-Lock Distorted-Thread Locknuts.
    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.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"190047A17500000
     

    Locknuts for use with Cotter Pins

    Use these locknuts to secure rotating parts subjected to mild vibration, such as the wheels on carts and hand trucks. They’re not recommended for use on parts exposed to high vibration because the pin can shear under prolonged stress. These nuts are reusable, but you'll need a new cotter pin (not included) with each use.
    Medium-Strength Steel
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Locknuts. Locknuts for use with Cotter Pins.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Locknuts for use with Cotter Pins.
    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.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"SAE Grade 5
    3/16"197190A21000000
     
    Low-Strength Steel
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Locknuts. Locknuts for use with Cotter Pins.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Locknuts for use with Cotter Pins.
    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.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
    Thread
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    For Cotter
    Pin Dia.
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    Qty.
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"3/16"595030A320000000
     
    Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"55/64"3/16"195030A5300000
     

    Flex-Top Locknuts for Heavy Vibration

    The top section of these nuts expands to grip the screw on all sides for a stronger hold than both nylon-insert and distorted-thread locknuts. They’re often used in equipment with constant, vigorous vibration, such as engines. These locknuts are reusable a handful of times, but the holding power decreases with each use.
    Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Flex-Top Locknuts for Heavy Vibration.
    These locknuts have equivalent strength to Grade 8 and Class 10 steel nuts. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Cadmium-Plated Steel—These locknuts have good lubricity to thread on smoothly and ease installation. The plating also creates a barrier against rust that's comparable to zinc-yellow-chromate plating.
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    Cadmium-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"1 9/64"194820A360000000
     

    Thin-Profile Flex-Top Locknuts for Heavy Vibration

    About two-thirds the height of standard flex-top nuts, 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 top section expands to grip the screw on all sides for a stronger hold than both nylon-insert and distorted-thread locknuts. As a result, they're suitable for use in equipment with constant, vigorous vibration, such as engines. These locknuts are reusable a handful of times, but the holding power decreases with each use.
    Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Locknuts. Thin-Profile Flex-Top Locknuts for Heavy Vibration.
    These locknuts have equivalent strength to Grade 8 and Class 10 steel nuts. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Cadmium-Plated Steel—These locknuts have good lubricity to thread on smoothly and ease installation. The plating also creates a barrier against rust that's comparable to zinc-yellow-chromate plating.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these nuts to rust.
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    Qty.
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    Cadmium-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"37/64"194830A43800000
     
    Steel
    1"-14
    1 7/16"37/64"194830A1400000
     

    Distorted-Thread Flange Nuts

    Image of Product. Bottom orientation. Flange Nuts. Distorted-Thread Flange Nuts.
    The strongest hold of all the flange nuts we offer, these have irregularly shaped threads that grip the screw to resist loosening. The threads prevent the nut from backing out due to high vibration, but they also increase the effort to install and remove. To get these nuts off, you may need special tools, such as an impact wrench or propane torch, so they are not reusable. Nuts have a flange that distributes pressure evenly across the mounting surface without the need for a separate washer. They are ideal for securing screws in oversized or irregularly shaped holes since the flange covers a larger area than standard nuts. Also known as collar nuts.
    Medium-Strength Steel
    Rated Grade 5, Grade F, or Class 8, these 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.
    Flange
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    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"29/32"2 1/16"0.13"SAE Grade 5
    190426A45000000
     
    High-Strength Steel
    Rated Grade 8, Grade G, or Class 10, these are about 25% stronger than medium-strength steel nuts. They are commonly used to fasten components in valves, pumps, and motors. To avoid stripped threads during installation, make sure your screw has a comparable strength rating.
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel—The dark coating creates both a finished appearance and a barrier against rust that's more durable than clear zinc plating.
    Flange
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    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel
    1"-14
    1 1/2"57/64"2 1/16"0.13"ASME Grade G
    590949A135000000
     
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