All Metal Lock Nut Types

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All metal lock nut types.

Dual slotted all metal self locking hex nut. A locknut also known as a lock nut locking nut self locking nut prevailing torque nut stiff nut or elastic stop nut is a nut that resists loosening under vibrations and torque. The esl is a true single piece all metal design. All metal prevailing torque type lock nuts achieve their prevailing torque by altering the shape of the nut in some way most commonly by distorting the threads of the nut which then bites into the mating part when tightened.

All metal prevailing torque type lock nuts achieve their prevailing torque by altering the shape of the nut in some way most commonly by distorting the threads of the nut which then bites into the mating part when tightened. Extremely reliable consistent prevailing torque and no galling. In stock and ready to ship. It s has impressive characteristics.

The dual locking slots function independently of bolt tension. 1 prevailing torque type lock nuts. The first type used fiber instead of nylon and was invented in. Elastic stop nuts and prevailing torque nuts are of the particular type where some portion of the nut deforms elastically to provide a locking action.