{"product_id":"value-collection-39623-hex-lock-nut-3-8-16-grade-8","title":"Value Collection 39623 Hex Lock Nut 3\/8-16 Grade 8","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VALUE COLLECTION 39623 is a 3\/8-16 hex lock nut with a nylon insert locking mechanism, manufactured from Grade 8 steel with a bright, uncoated finish. The nylon insert deforms around the mating thread when fully seated, creating resistance to vibration-induced loosening without the need for thread-locking compounds or additional hardware. At 29\/64 inches in height and 9\/16 inches across the flats, this nut conforms to UNC thread standards and is driven with standard hex tooling. Grade 8 steel construction provides high tensile strength suited to structural and heavy-duty mechanical fastening applications across HVAC, plumbing, and general mechanical assembly work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis nut is used wherever a 3\/8-16 UNC right-hand thread fastener requires reliable locking in vibration-prone or high-stress environments. Typical applications include equipment mounting, sheet metal subframes, mechanical brackets, and structural connections in residential and light commercial mechanical systems. The bright uncoated finish is appropriate for indoor or protected installations where corrosion exposure is minimal. This SKU is sold individually but carries a minimum order quantity of 100 units, making it suited for stocking in trade shop inventory or job-site supply kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNylon insert locking style resists vibration-induced loosening without thread-locking compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrade 8 steel construction for high tensile strength in heavy-duty fastening applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3\/8-16 UNC right-hand thread, compatible with standard 9\/16-inch hex tooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e29\/64-inch height and 9\/16-inch width across flats per UNC fastener standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBright uncoated finish suited for dry or protected indoor installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimum order quantity of 100 units supports trade shop and job-site bulk stocking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with any 3\/8-16 UNC right-hand threaded bolt or stud in standard inch-measurement mechanical and structural fastening applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is performed by hand using a 9\/16-inch hex wrench or socket driver. Power down or isolate any equipment before replacing or installing fasteners in live mechanical assemblies. Nylon insert lock nuts are single-use by design; do not reuse a previously installed nylon insert nut, as the insert loses locking effectiveness after initial seating. Torque to the fastener manufacturer's specification for Grade 8 hardware at this thread size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hex Lock Nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocking Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nylon Insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8-16\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFastener Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e: UNC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 29\/64 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth Across Flats\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9\/16 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bright\/Uncoated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.018 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem of Measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: VALUE COLLECTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 39623\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VALUE COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51714474180914,"sku":"39623","price":4207.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/ea4c0b71fa2b2ad7bd6018d7e35a37b6.jpg?v=1788501985","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/value-collection-39623-hex-lock-nut-3-8-16-grade-8","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}