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  • Hex Finish Nuts Metric A2 Stainless Steel

    Hex Finish Nuts Metric A2 Stainless Steel

    Metric Hex Finish Nuts and Washers A2 Stainless Steel - 706 Pieces

    Metric Hex Finish Nuts and Washers A2 Stainless Steel - 706 Pieces

    Metric Hex Nuts in A2 Stainless Steel

    Standard Hexagonal Nuts For General Applications

    Hex nuts, or hex finish nuts, are the most common type of finish nut used. The hexagonal shape makes these nuts easy to grasp with a wrench or pliers. These nuts are often used with screws and bolts when mechanically joining materials together. They are installed on the opposite side of the materials being fastened. With the bolt head or machine screw head on the other side, they compress the materials together for a secure fit.

    Stainless Steel

    The A2 grade of Stainless steel is suitable for many general purpose applications, especially freshwater and non-salt water wet environments. Corrosion-resistant and durable, A2 stainless steel is equivalent to the 18-8 or 304 grade of stainless steel.


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    What are hex nuts?

    Hex nuts are hexagonal blocks of material, typically metal, with a hole punched through that is threaded. Hex nuts, or hex finish nuts, are the most common type of finish nut used. The hexagonal shape makes these nuts easy to grasp with a wrench or pliers. These nuts are often used with screws and bolts when mechanically joining materials together.

    What is a hex nut used for?

    Hex nuts are used alongside machine threaded fasteners to complete a secure assembly. The head of the screw or bolt clamps down on the material while the nut clamps down on the opposite side. This effectively "sandwiches" the assembly securely together.

    How does a hex nut work?

    Hex nuts work jointly with machine threaded fasteners such as bolts, anchors, and machine screws to effectively clamp down on both sides of the fastened material. The bolt and nut threading causes friction against each other, allowing a secure fit for general applications. A lock nut is used instead if the application would be subject to high amounts of vibration.

    What is stainless steel good for?

    Stainless steel is good for general purpose applications, especially those involving water or freshwater. Suppose you need stainless steel for more corrosive environments, such as marine or salt-water applications. In that case, we recommend the A4 grade of stainless steel.

    Can I use stainless steel nuts with bolts of a different metal?

    Depends on the material. Some materials, such as zinc-plated steel, are safe to mix with stainless steel. However, aluminum is not safe to use because it risks galvanic corrosion of the materials. We recommend keeping like-metals together in applications.

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