Garland 4518173 Palnut 5/16-18 Thread Fastener

Product Description

The GARLAND 4518173 is a palnut, also known as a push-on speed nut or thread-locking retainer, designed to lock onto a 5/16-18 threaded fastener and prevent loosening under vibration or mechanical stress. These small-profile retaining fasteners are a standard component in commercial cooking and foodservice equipment assemblies, where secure fastening is required in high-heat, high-vibration environments. Installation is typically performed by a commercial appliance technician or equipment service professional during repair or component replacement procedures.

This palnut is suited for use in commercial kitchen equipment applications where a 5/16-18 thread specification is required. It serves as a replacement or spare part in foodservice equipment assemblies such as ranges, ovens, broilers, and griddles manufactured under the GARLAND brand. The 5/16-18 designation indicates a unified coarse (UNC) thread size, making it compatible with standard 5/16-inch threaded studs and bolts of that thread pitch.

Key Features

• 5/16-18 UNC thread specification for compatibility with standard coarse-thread fasteners
• Push-on palnut design locks onto threaded studs without tools in most applications
• Designed for use in high-vibration commercial cooking equipment assemblies
• OEM GARLAND replacement part for reliable fit and function

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement fastener for GARLAND commercial cooking and foodservice equipment requiring a 5/16-18 palnut retainer.

Installation Notes

Installation and replacement of fastener hardware on commercial cooking equipment should be performed by a qualified service technician. Always disconnect power and shut off gas supply to the appliance before beginning any service work. Palnuts are typically pressed onto a threaded stud by hand or with light tool pressure and are generally considered single-use fasteners — replace with a new palnut rather than reusing a removed one.

Technical Specifications

• Thread Size: 5/16-18 UNC
• Fastener Type: Palnut (Push-On Retaining Nut)

Standard Information

• Brand: GARLAND
• Manufacturer Part Number: 4518173