Value Collection 38NH Hex Nut 3/8-24 Steel Zinc-plated

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 38NH is a 3/8-24 unified fine-thread hex nut manufactured from steel with a zinc-plated finish. It is a standard fastening component used to secure bolts and threaded rods in mechanical assemblies, structural connections, and equipment fabrication. The right-hand thread and 2B fit class conform to ANSI/ASME B18.6.3, making it suitable for general-purpose industrial and trade applications. The zinc plating provides baseline corrosion resistance for indoor and sheltered-outdoor environments. Licensed tradespeople, maintenance technicians, and fabricators install this nut by hand and wrench where a 3/8-24 UNF fastening point is required.

This hex nut is appropriate for residential and light commercial mechanical work, equipment assembly, and service repairs wherever a 3/8-24 fine-thread fastener is called for. Its 5/8-inch across-flats dimension fits standard 5/8-inch open-end, box, or socket wrenches. The non-graded steel construction suits general fastening loads that do not require a specific SAE or ASTM grade rating. Fabricators, HVAC installers, plumbers, and electricians commonly stock this size for field repairs and panel or bracket assembly.

Key Features

• 3/8-24 unified fine thread (UNF) with right-hand thread direction
• Thread fit class 2B per ANSI/ASME B18.6.3 for standard tolerance assemblies
• Zinc-plated steel construction for corrosion resistance in sheltered environments
• 5/8-inch across-flats width fits standard wrenches and sockets
• Lightweight at approximately 0.0155 pounds per nut

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stock hex nut for any assembly requiring a 3/8-24 UNF right-hand thread fastener conforming to ANSI/ASME B18.6.3.

Installation Notes

Install using a 5/8-inch open-end, box, or socket wrench. Ensure the mating bolt or threaded rod is clean and free of debris before threading the nut on by hand to avoid cross-threading. Do not exceed the torque capacity appropriate for the non-graded steel material and the requirements of the assembly. Follow applicable codes and equipment manufacturer guidelines when used in structural or load-bearing connections.