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| Thread Size or Basic Major Thread Diameter |
F | H | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width Across Flats | Overall Height | ||
| Reference | Reference | ||
| 1/4-20 | .2500 | 7/16 | 21/64 |
| 5/16-18 | .3125 | 9/16 | 3/8 |
| Description | A low crown acorn nut with the top of its dome removed, allowing the male-threaded part to protrude through the opening. |
|---|---|
| Applications & Advantages |
The open ended cap nut still offers the attractiveness and protection of a regular, closed end, acorn nut but can be used with bolts or screws on any length. |
| Material | Steel: Nuts are made from a low carbon steel which conforms to the following chemical composition requirements: Sulfur: .23% max Phosphorus: .12% max Carbon: .47% max |
| Plating | Usually supplied with a nickle ptated finish. See plating page for more information. |
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