Value Collection R63223246 Hex Lock Nut 18-8 Ss Nylon Insert

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION R63223246 is a hex lock nut with a nylon insert, manufactured from 18-8 stainless steel. The nylon insert compresses against the bolt thread to resist loosening caused by vibration, torque, or thermal cycling. At 5/32 inches in height and 1/4 inch across the flats, this is a compact fastener suited for tight assemblies. It follows a right-hand UNC thread standard. Installers in mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work rely on stainless steel prevailing-torque nuts like this where corrosion resistance and reliable locking are both required in a single fastener.

This nut is appropriate for general industrial and trade applications where a vibration-resistant connection must also withstand moisture or mild corrosive environments. Common use cases include equipment panels, bracket assemblies, conduit supports, and mechanical system components where standard hex nuts would back off under service conditions. The 18-8 stainless steel grade makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations subject to humidity or chemical exposure.

Key Features

• Nylon insert locking style provides prevailing-torque resistance without thread damage
• 18-8 stainless steel construction resists corrosion in wet or humid environments
• Right-hand UNC thread direction for compatibility with standard inch-series fasteners
• 5/32 inch height and 1/4 inch width across flats for compact, space-constrained assemblies
• Inch measurement system with UNC fastener standard

Compatibility

Designed as a standard UNC inch-series hex lock nut for use with matching right-hand threaded bolts and studs in residential and commercial trade applications.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a standard open-end or socket wrench sized to 1/4 inch across the flats. Verify that the mating bolt thread is clean and free of damage before running the nut down by hand. The nylon insert is single-use by design and should not be reused once fully seated and removed, as the locking force degrades. Always de-energize or shut off the relevant system before accessing fastened assemblies in electrical or mechanical equipment.