RS PRO, Plain Nylon Hex Nut, M5

RS PRO Nylon 6.6 Hex Nuts - Metric Thread

RS PRO hex nuts are a six-sided nut that fastens screws and bolts efficiently and securely. They are the most common hexagonal fastener that has internal threads that screw on to the shank of a bolt or a hex cap screw. These metric hex nuts are available in a variety of sizes ranging from M2 to M12.
This range includes the following types of hexagonal nuts:
528-126 – M2
528-132 – M2.5
525-701 – M3
525-717 – M4
525-723 – M5
528-148 – M6
280-482 – M8
280-509 – M10
280-515 – M12

Features and Benefits:

• Nylon melts rather than burns and has the ability to self-extinguish
• Can withstand oils, greases and solvents
• Lightweight
• Wear resistant
• Non-magnetic
• Non-conductive
• Corrosion resistant

Product Application Information

Nylon hex nuts are suitable for use in areas where good insulation and corrosion resistance is required. These hex nuts are suitable for use in high voltage assemblies and electronic applications.

Why use a nylon hex nut?

Nylon is extremely versatile and is commonly used to make hex nuts. The durable nylon construction material makes them lightweight, non-magnetic, non-corrosive, non-toxic, non-flammable, non-abrasive and non-conductive.

Is there a downside to using nylon hex nuts?

Fasteners made from nylon may suffer from degradation when exposed to UV rays. They may also not be suitable for use in high strength applications.

Are they easy to assemble?
Hex Nuts are designed to give the user an easy assembling experience.