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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

    The most commonly used hex nuts, these are suitable for fastening most machinery and equipment.
    Low-Strength Steel
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    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.
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    1 5/8"-5 1/2
    		2 7/16"1 25/64"SAE Grade 2
    		ASME B18.2.2190490A06100000
    Low-Strength Steel Hex Nut, SAE Grade 2, 1-5/8"-5 1/2 Thread Size
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