A locknut is a nut used to secure a threaded connection, such as a bolt or screw. It usually has a smaller diameter than the main nut and is also installed on top of it to prevent the connection from loosening.
Types of locknuts:
- Standard locknuts are the most common type of locknut used in most threaded connections. Typically made of steel or brass and cylindrical in shape.
- Flare Lock Nuts — This type is used to create a tight connection between the nut and the lock nut. Installed on the thread using special tools.
- Oval locknuts — Finally, they are shaped like an oval. Used to create a reliable connection between two threaded parts.
- Knurled Lock Nuts — These have knurled marks on their surface that help prevent the lock nut from slipping during tightening.
- Adjustable locknuts — allow you to adjust the tightening force of a threaded connection by changing the position of the locknut.
- Pipe Locknuts — Used to secure pipes to other parts such as flanges or fittings. They are specially shaped and can be made from different materials such as brass or stainless steel.
The locknut is used to secure parts in various structures, for example: in mechanical engineering, instrument making, construction and other industries. In particular, the lock nut is used to secure bolts and nuts in places where high precision and reliability of the connection is required, as well as to prevent spontaneous loosening of the bolts during operation.
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