Value Collection 32293 Heavy Hex Nut 3/8-16 Unc Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 32293 is a heavy hex nut in 3/8-16 UNC threading, intended for bolted assemblies that require a larger bearing surface and greater wrenching area than a standard hex nut provides. Manufactured from steel with a zinc-plated finish for basic corrosion resistance, this nut measures 11/16 inches across the flats and stands 0.3594 inches high. The right-hand thread follows standard UNC convention. It is suited for structural, mechanical, and general industrial fastening applications where a heavy-series nut is specified by design or code.

Heavy hex nuts are commonly used in structural steel connections, pipe flanges, heavy equipment assembly, and industrial machinery where bolt load requirements exceed what a standard hex nut can reliably handle. This nut is sized for 3/8-inch diameter fasteners with 16 threads per inch, a common thread pitch found across a wide range of industrial and commercial assemblies. Installation is performed by maintenance technicians, ironworkers, pipefitters, and general mechanical trades using standard hand or power tools.

Key Features

• Heavy hex profile provides larger bearing surface than standard hex nuts for higher-load applications
• 3/8-16 UNC right-hand thread for compatibility with standard UNC fastener systems
• Steel construction with zinc-plated finish for basic corrosion protection in dry or mildly humid environments
• 11/16 inch across-flats dimension suits standard heavy hex wrench sizes
• 0.3594 inch height meets heavy hex nut dimensional standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or general-use heavy hex nut for 3/8-16 UNC threaded fastener assemblies in structural, mechanical, and industrial applications.

Installation Notes

Install using a wrench or socket sized for 11/16 inch across flats. Ensure mating fastener thread form and pitch match 3/8-16 UNC before assembly. De-energize or depressurize any system before working on bolted connections in live service. Do not use impact tools without confirming appropriate torque values from the equipment manufacturer or applicable code.