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Heavy hex jam nuts have two common applications. A heavy hex jam nut can be threaded onto a bolt and run tight against the standard heavy hex nut which will lock the nut in place and prevent it from backing off. Heavy hex jam nuts are sometimes used for leveling purposes as well.
- Hex vs. Heavy Hex Jam Nuts
The two styles available for a jam nut are hex and heavy hex...
- Hex Jam Nuts
Hex jam nuts are thinner than a standard hex nut but have...
- Hex vs. Heavy Hex Jam Nuts
The two styles available for a jam nut are hex and heavy hex patterns. The biggest difference between these two is sizing. The heavy hex pattern has a larger width across the flats and corners and is slightly thicker in comparison to the smaller hex pattern.
Hex jam nuts are thinner than a standard hex nut but have the same dimension across the flats and corners. Hex jam nuts have two common applications. A jam nut can be threaded onto a bolt and run tight against the standard nut which will lock the nut in place and prevent it from backing off.
Standard Metric Hex Jam Nuts and Heavy Hex Nuts. Metric nuts are designated as following: preferably in the sequence shown: product name, nominal diameter and thread pitch, steel property class or material identification, and protective coating, if required.
Heavy Hex Jam Nuts: Performance & Mechanical Specs; Description: A six-sided internally threaded fastener that is 2/3 the thickness of a heavy hex nut. Applications: Jam nuts are used with heavy hex nuts to keep them from loosening. The jam nut is placed against the work surface and then the heavy hex nut is applied.
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A heavy hex jam nut is a robust and space-efficient fastener designed for use in situations where a standard nut won't fit due to limited space. With its hexagonal shape and reduced thickness, this nut provides secure tightening using wrenches, ensuring reliable installation in confined areas.
