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Nylon vs All Metal Lock Nuts

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Kathleen

Q: What is the difference between a Duplex nylon insert and all-metal lock nut? I’ll be using this in an offshore marine application for salt air resistance and strength. A: The main things to consider between an all metal and nylon insert lock nut is the temperature and the corrosive … Continue reading →

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Know Your Lock Nuts

Posted on February 2, 2017 by dean

lock-nut-chartA lock nut resists loosening from vibrations and torque. Specialty material lock nuts offer the ideal solution to many extreme applications environments. They combine the unique properties of specialty materials, with the secure locking feature of a lock nut to prevent failures in the field.

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