Value Collection C17436 Rectangular Speed Nut 10-24

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C17436 is a rectangular speed nut designed for use with 10-24 threaded fasteners. Speed nuts — also called clip nuts or spring nuts — are stamped sheet metal fastening elements that snap onto panels, brackets, or channels, allowing a mating screw to be driven quickly without a separate nut held by hand. This part measures 5/8 inches in length and 3/8 inches in width and follows inch-system dimensions throughout. The 10-24 thread designation refers to a number 10 major diameter with 24 threads per inch. These fasteners are commonly installed by electricians, HVAC technicians, and general mechanical tradespeople wherever fast, repeatable panel assembly is required.

Rectangular speed nuts in the 10-24 size are widely used in light sheet-metal assembly applications including electrical enclosures, HVAC equipment panels, control panel subassemblies, and duct hardware. The spring-tension design allows the nut to self-retain on a panel edge or slot before the mating screw is driven, which speeds up assembly on production-style work or service calls where multiple fasteners must be replaced. Sold in a package quantity of 50 units, this part suits both single-job use and bench-stock replenishment.

Key Features

• 10-24 thread size for use with standard number 10, 24-threads-per-inch screws
• Rectangular body measures 5/8 inches long by 3/8 inches wide
• Inch-system dimensions throughout — no metric conversion required
• Self-retaining spring design holds nut in position before screw is driven
• Package quantity of 50 supports both single-task and stock replenishment needs

Compatibility

Designed for use with 10-24 threaded fasteners in inch-system applications. Suitable as a replacement or stock speed nut wherever a rectangular 10-24 clip nut is specified on sheet metal panels, brackets, or channel assemblies.

Installation Notes

Installation does not require specialized tools — the nut clips onto a panel flange or slot by hand prior to driving the mating screw. Disconnect power to any electrical enclosure or HVAC unit before replacing fasteners on live equipment panels. Ensure the panel material thickness is compatible with the clip nut spring tension before driving the screw to final torque. Follow applicable NEC or equipment manufacturer guidelines when re-securing electrical enclosure hardware.