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Titanium Flange Nuts Dimensions and Specifications

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What are Flange Nuts?  A flange  nut  is a type of nut which has a wide flange at one end which acts as an integrated  washer . Made up of hardened steel and coated zinc, flange Nuts are used for a variety of applications, depending on the style purchased and has a hexagonal type shaped. To avoid damage to the part, this nut distributes the pressure of the nut over the part being secured. What are Titanium Flange Nuts? Using titanium flange nuts reduces the risk of damaging the part. Also, if the fastening surface is uneven, flanges make it less likely that a nut will loosen. High-grade titanium is the element used to produce  titanium flange nuts,  which makes them resistant to the natural reaction of oxidation. This means that titanium flange nuts are not prone to corrosion or rust and can be used both indoors as well as outdoors. Another advantage of titanium is its strength. It is about 40% lighter than steel while being the s...

Applications, Dimensions, and Uses of Rivet Nuts

First Created by BF Goodrich in the 1930s, A rivet nut is a type of nut that is installed into a prepared hole in a piece of sheet metal and secured prior to assembly of a bolt. It is a kind of threaded insert. A special installation tool is required to fix the nuts into the prepared hole. The body of the rivet nut is formed on the blindside. What are Rivet Nuts Used For and what are its features? Rivet nuts  are easy-to-installed. However, because of their wide grip range,  rivet nuts  can be installed into a variety of material thicknesses. 1. Picking Up the right nuts. Depending on your application and how to use this nut is the biggest concern, because rivet nuts available is available in two types: The first nut is designed to form a bulge on the application’s blindside as the screw, pin, or bolt is tightened. The second is pulled into a sleeve and thus doesn’t bulge like another type. Before picking up the right nuts here are some features and st...