Nylock Nuts

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Nylock Nuts (Nylon Insert Lock Nuts) – High Vibration Resistant Fasteners for Industrial Applications

Nylock nuts are specialized self-locking fasteners designed with a nylon insert that resists loosening under vibration and dynamic load conditions. These nuts are widely used in automotive assemblies, heavy machinery, and structural engineering applications where joint integrity is critical. The nylon ring creates prevailing torque against the bolt threads, preventing accidental loosening without the need for additional locking components like washers or adhesives.

Manufactured in compliance with DIN 985, ISO 7040, and ASTM standards, nylock nuts are available in stainless steel, carbon steel, and alloy steel variants to suit different environmental and load conditions. They are essential in applications involving vibration, thermal cycling, and continuous mechanical stress. KK Fasteners supplies nylock nuts to global OEMs and industrial distributors, ensuring consistent dimensional accuracy, material traceability, and compliance with international fastening standards across every production batch.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification / Range
Material Variants Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel 316, Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Brass (special order)
Grade Options A2-70, A4-70, 8.8, 10.9 (depending on base material)
Size / Dimension Range M3 to M48 (Metric), #6 to 1-1/2” (UNC/UNF)
Thread Type Metric (M), UNC, UNF, BSF (on request)
Standards DIN 985, ISO 7040, ISO 10511, ASTM F594
Surface Finish Zinc Plated, Hot Dip Galvanized, Black Oxide, Plain, Nickel Plated
Type Variants Hex Nylock Nut, Heavy Hex Nylock Nut, Flanged Nylock Nut
Hardness / Tensile Strength Up to 8.8 / 10.9 grade equivalent; tensile strength up to 1000 MPa (material dependent)

DIN 982 Nylock Nuts Dimension Chart

Thread size d M5 M6 M7 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M18 M20 M22 M24
  - - - M8x1 M10x1 M12x1,5 M14x1,5 M16x1,5 M18x2 M20x2 M22x2 M24x2
  - - - - M10x1,25 M12x1,25 - - M18x1,5 M20x2 M22x2 -
P 0,8 1 1 1,25 1,5 1,75 2 2 2,5 2,5 2,5 3
da min. 5 6 7 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
max. 5,75 6,75 7,75 8,75 10,8 13 15,1 17,3 19,5 21,6 23,7 25,9
dw min. 6,9 8,9 9,6 11,6 15,6 17,4 20,5 22,5 24,9 27,7 29,5 33,2
e min. 8,79 11,05 12,12 14,38 18,9 21,1 24,49 26,75 29,56 32,95 35,03 29,55
h max. = nominal size 6,3 8 8,5 9,5 11,5 14 16 18 20 22 25 28
min. 6 7,7 8,2 9,14 11,14 13,64 15,3 17,3 19,16 20,7 23,7 26,7
m min. 4,4 4,9 6,14 6,44 8,04 10,37 12,1 14,1 15,1 16,9 18,1 20,2
min. 3,52 3,92 4,91 5,15 6,43 8,3 9,68 11,28 12,08 13,52 14,48 16,16
s max. = nominal size 8 10 11 13 17 19 22 24 27 30 32 36
min. 7,78 9,78 10,73 12,73 16,73 19,67 21,67 23,67 26,16 29,16 31 35
Weight (7,85 kg/dm3) kg/1000pcs   1,4 3,1 3,2 6 11,7 16,6 21 37,8 51,6 68 86 127

DIN 985 Nylock Insert Hex Lock Nuts Weight Chart

Size Metric Weight
M3 0.5
M4 1.0
M5 1.4
M6 2.4
M7 3.0
M8 5.1
M10 10.6
M12 17.2
M14 26
M16 34
M18 45
M20 65
M22 75
M24 100
M27 162
M30 212
M33 317
M36 415
M39 499
M42 628
M45 771
M48 998

Stainless Steel Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Stainless Steel 304 Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 304L Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 304H Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 310 Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 310S Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 310H Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 316 Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 316L Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 316Ti Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 317 Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 317L Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 321 Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 321H Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 347 Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 347H Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 904L Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 410 Nylock Nuts
  • Stainless Steel 446 Nylock Nuts
  • SMO 254 Nylock Nuts
  • 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Nylock Nuts

Duplex Steel Nylock Nuts- Grades

  • UNS S32205 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS S31803 Nylock Nuts

Super Duplex Steel Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • UNS S32750 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS S32760 Nylock Nuts

Inconel/Incoloy Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Inconel 600 Nylock Nuts
  • Inconel 601 Nylock Nuts
  • Inconel 625 Nylock Nuts
  • Inconel 718 Nylock Nuts
  • Incoloy 800 Nylock Nuts
  • Incoloy 825 Nylock Nuts

Monel Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Monel 400 Nylock Nuts
  • Monel K500 Nylock Nuts

Nickel Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Nickel 200 Nylock Nuts
  • Nickel 201 Nylock Nuts

Hastelloy Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Hastelloy C276 Nylock Nuts
  • Hastelloy C22 Nylock Nuts
  • Hastelloy B2 Nylock Nuts
  • Hastelloy B3 Nylock Nuts
  • Hastelloy X Nylock Nuts

Titanium Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Titanium Grade 2 Nylock Nuts
  • Titanium Grade 5 Nylock Nuts

Tantalum Nylock Nuts- Grades

  • UNS R05200 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS R05252 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS R05255 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS R05400 Nylock Nuts

Cupro Nickel Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • CuNi 90/10 Nylock Nuts
  • CuNi 70/30 Nylock Nuts

Copper Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • UNS C11000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C10100 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C10200 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C12000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C12200 Nylock Nuts

Carbon Steel Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Carbon Steel AISI 1018 Nylock Nuts
  • Carbon Steel AISI 1020 Nylock Nuts
  • Carbon Steel AISI 1040 Nylock Nuts
  • Carbon Steel AISI 1045 Nylock Nuts

Alloy Steel Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Alloy Steel 4130 Nylock Nuts
  • Alloy Steel 4140 Nylock Nuts
  • Alloy Steel 4340 Nylock Nuts
  • Alloy Steel 8620 Nylock Nuts
  • ASTM A193 Alloy Steel Gr B7 Nylock Nuts
  • ASTM A193 Alloy Steel Gr B7M Nylock Nuts
  • ASTM A320 Alloy Steel Gr L7 Nylock Nuts
  • ASTM A320 Alloy Steel Gr L7M Nylock Nuts
  • ASTM A320 Alloy Steel Gr L43 Nylock Nuts
  • ASTM A320 Alloy Steel Gr L43 Nylock Nuts
  • ISO 898-1 Alloy Steel Gr 8.8 Nylock Nuts
  • ISO 898-1 Alloy Steel Gr 10.9 Nylock Nuts
  • ISO 898-1 Alloy Steel Gr 12.9 Nylock Nuts

Brass Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • UNS C21000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C22000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C22600 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C23000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C24000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C26000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C26800 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C27000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C27200 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C28000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C33000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C33500 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C34000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C34200 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C35300 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C35600 Nylock Nuts

Aluminium Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • Aluminium Alloy 1050 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 1060 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 1060 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 1070 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 1080 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 1100 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 1145 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 2011 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 2014 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 2017 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 2024 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 2090 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 3003 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 5052 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 5083 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 6061 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 6063 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 6066 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 6082 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 7050 Nylock Nuts
  • Aluminium Alloy 7075 Nylock Nuts

Zirconium Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • UNS R60700 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS R60702 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS R60704 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS R60705 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS R60706 Nylock Nuts

Beryllium Copper Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • UNS C17200 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C17300 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C17500 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C17510 Nylock Nuts

Phosphor Bronze Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • UNS C51000 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C51900 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C52100 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C54400 Nylock Nuts

Silicon Bronze Nylock Nuts - Grades

  • UNS C65100 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C65500 Nylock Nuts
  • UNS C66100 Nylock Nuts

Key Technical Features

  • Nylon Insert Locking Mechanism: The integrated polymer collar creates controlled friction on bolt threads, ensuring resistance against loosening under continuous vibration in mechanical systems.
  • High Prevailing Torque Stability: Engineered to maintain consistent locking torque even after multiple thermal cycles, making it suitable for automotive and heavy equipment assemblies.
  • Precision Thread Tolerances: Manufactured with tight tolerance control (ISO class 6H/6g compatibility), ensuring smooth installation without thread galling or misalignment.
  • Corrosion-Resistant Material Options: Stainless steel grades (SS 304/316) provide excellent resistance against moisture, chemicals, and marine environments.
  • Wide Temperature Performance Range: Nylon insert remains effective in operating conditions typically ranging from -50°C to +120°C depending on application load.
  • Load Distribution Efficiency: Designed to evenly distribute axial load across mating threads, reducing localized stress concentration in structural joints.
  • Reusable Under Controlled Conditions: Suitable for limited reuse in non-critical applications while maintaining acceptable torque retention characteristics.
  • Dimensional Accuracy Compliance: Manufactured with strict adherence to DIN/ISO dimensional standards ensuring interchangeability across global fastening systems.

Industry Applications

Nylock nuts are used wherever vibration resistance and secure fastening are essential to prevent mechanical loosening in dynamic environments. Their locking mechanism makes them suitable for both light-duty and heavy-duty engineering systems.

  • Automotive Assembly Lines — Used in engine mounts, suspension systems, and chassis assemblies to prevent loosening due to continuous road vibration.
  • Aerospace Components — Applied in non-critical structural assemblies where lightweight, vibration-resistant fastening is required.
  • Heavy Machinery & Equipment — Secures rotating equipment housings, gear assemblies, and industrial frames under constant operational stress.
  • Railway Engineering — Used in track fastening systems, brake assemblies, and interior structural fittings exposed to vibration loads.
  • Electrical Panel Manufacturing — Provides secure fastening for control cabinets and busbar assemblies.
  • Construction & Structural Steelwork — Ensures long-term joint stability in steel frameworks and prefabricated structures.
  • Marine Applications — Stainless steel variants resist saltwater corrosion in shipbuilding and offshore equipment assemblies.
  • HVAC Systems — Maintains fastening integrity in compressors, ducting systems, and vibration-prone rotating units.

Manufacturing & Quality Assurance

Nylock nuts are manufactured using precision cold forging processes followed by thread rolling to achieve superior grain structure alignment and mechanical strength. The nylon insert is precisely molded and integrated into the nut body under controlled conditions to ensure consistent prevailing torque performance.

Each batch undergoes dimensional inspection, hardness testing, and thread gauge verification to ensure compliance with DIN 985 and ISO 7040 standards. Surface treatments such as zinc plating or black oxide coating are applied based on application requirements.

KK Fasteners implements full lot traceability and multi-stage quality checks aligned with ISO 9001:2015 standards, ensuring every nut meets stringent industrial performance requirements before dispatch.

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Nylock Nuts - FAQs

Nylock nuts are self-locking hex nuts that include a nylon insert inside the top section. This insert creates friction against the bolt threads, preventing loosening caused by vibration or dynamic loads. They are widely used in automotive, machinery, and structural assemblies where secure fastening is essential.

Nylock nuts are manufactured using stainless steel (SS 304, SS 316), carbon steel, and alloy steel. Stainless steel variants offer strong corrosion resistance for outdoor and marine environments, while carbon steel and alloy steel grades are preferred for high-strength industrial applications.

These nuts are typically produced in compliance with DIN 985, ISO 7040, ISO 10511, and ASTM F594 standards. These international specifications ensure proper dimensional accuracy, thread compatibility, and consistent locking performance across global applications.

Selection depends on operating conditions. For corrosive or marine environments, SS 316 is preferred. For general engineering, SS 304 or carbon steel is suitable. For high-load structural applications, alloy steel grades provide better strength and torque retention.

Look for ISO-certified manufacturers with proven export experience, strict quality testing, and material traceability. Suppliers like KK Fasteners provide standardized production, documentation support, and global supply consistency for OEM and industrial buyers.

Nylock Nuts - Export Destination

Nylock Nuts Supplier in North America
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States.
Nylock Nuts Supplier in South America
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela.
Nylock Nuts Supplier in Europe
Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic (Czechia), Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holy See, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom.
Nylock Nuts Supplier in Asia
Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, Cyprus, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, State of Palestine, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkey, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen.
Nylock Nuts Supplier in Australia
Australia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, New Zealand, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.

Nylock nuts play a critical role in ensuring vibration-resistant and failure-safe fastening across industrial systems. With strict adherence to international standards and controlled manufacturing processes, KK Fasteners delivers precision-engineered solutions tailored for global engineering requirements.

For technical specifications, bulk pricing, or customized export orders, connect with the engineering team at KK Fasteners to receive a detailed quotation and application support.