Because lock nuts are resistant to vibration, they are a vital piece of hardware for a wide range of applications. Locknuts, unlike free-spinning nuts, use a deforming elastic or metal material to keep their position in the face of torque and stress. Locknuts are prevailing torque nuts, stiff nuts, locknuts, or elastic stop nuts, among other names. The highest thread of many lock nuts has a nylon insert that produces the necessary friction to create a lock against the correct sized mating component. Although elastic inserts in lock nuts are frequently reusable, the amount of torque created can decrease over time. Choose from a wide range of high-quality lock nuts. To tighten and loosen lock nuts that use friction to keep them from disconnecting, you'll need more tension to tighten them, especially during the first free revolution before they start clamping down on the part.
Key Features:
- Vibration-induced loosening is not a problem.
- Plain, zinc clear, zinc black, and black oxide are all available.
- Available in both metric and imperial sizes
Specifications:
- SKU: REC11-863332
- Weight: 0.02 LBS
This product replaces:
- 11-863332, 863332, 99298
