Value Collection 96784 Hex Nut 1/2-13 Unc Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 96784 is a standard hex nut designed for fastening applications in mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and general trade work. It features a 1/2-13 UNC thread specification with a right-hand thread direction, machined from steel for reliable load-bearing performance. The nut measures 0.75 inches across flats and 0.4375 inches in height, making it a direct fit for standard 1/2-inch threaded rod, bolts, and fastener assemblies. The uncoated finish is appropriate for interior applications or where a coating will be applied on-site. Installation requires a standard 3/4-inch wrench or socket.

This hex nut is suited for use in residential and commercial construction, mechanical equipment assembly, structural framing, and general repair and maintenance tasks. Trade professionals including plumbers, HVAC technicians, electricians, and general contractors commonly use 1/2-13 UNC hex nuts when securing equipment mounts, pipe hangers, equipment brackets, and threaded assemblies to structural members. The UNC thread form is the most widely used inch-series thread standard in North American trade applications.

Key Features

• 1/2-13 UNC thread specification for compatibility with standard inch-series fasteners
• Right-hand thread direction for conventional tightening
• Steel construction provides solid load-bearing and torque resistance
• 0.75 inches across flats for use with standard 3/4-inch wrenches and sockets
• Uncoated finish suitable for field coating or interior use

Compatibility

Designed as a standard replacement or installation hex nut for any 1/2-13 UNC threaded bolt, rod, or fastener assembly using the inch-series UNC thread standard.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed with a properly sized 3/4-inch wrench or socket to avoid rounding the flats. Always ensure the mating bolt or threaded rod is clean and free of debris before threading the nut. Follow applicable mechanical and structural codes for torque requirements based on the specific application and joint design. Do not use this uncoated nut in exterior or corrosive environments without applying an appropriate protective coating or substituting a coated fastener.