ASME B18.16.6 American Standard Nylon Nuts Manufacturer In China

Ningbo Teng Qi Fasteners Co., Ltd is a leading ASME B18.16.6 nylon nuts manufacturer in china. Nylon insert locknuts are two-piece construction hex nuts and hex flange nuts that derive their prevailing torque characteristics from a full ring of nylon material, located and retained in the nut under its top surface. We specialize in produce nylon nuts from carbon steel/stainless steel, ensuring dimension and mechanical property in every product. Our offerings span a comprehensive array of dimensional styles, including NE (1/4″-1-1/2″.), NTE (1/4″-1-1/2″.), NU (from 1/4″ in. to 3″), NTU (1/4″ in. to 3″), NM (from #2 to #12), and NTM (from #2 to #12). Within these styles, our nylon nuts are meticulously graded as N2, N5, and N8, ensuring suitability for a wide range of applications. With an unwavering commitment to quality and precision, we stand as your trusted partner in delivering excellence in ASME B18.16.6 nylon nuts.

Specification American Standard Asme B18.16.6 Nylon Nuts:

Product name	Asme b 18.16.6 Nylon Nuts
Thread:	Unified thread form coarse, fine, or 8 thread series (UNC, UNF, or 8-UN) Class 2B in accordance with ASME B1.1
Materials:	Carbon Steel Q235/C35/C45
Grade:	N2,N5,N8
Styles and Dimensions:	NE (1/4"-1-1/2".), NTE (1/4"-1-1/2".), NU (from 1/4" in. to 3"), NTU (1/4" in. to 3"), NM (from #2 to #12), and NTM (from #2 to #12)
Surface treatment:	Zinc Plated/Dacromet

Chemical Composition

Nylon Nut Grade	C(Max)	Mn(Min)	P(Max)	S(Max)
N2	0.47	-	0.12	0.15
N5	0.55	0.3	0.05	0.15
N8	0.55	0.3	0.04	0.05

Hardness:

Nylon Nut Grade	Locknut Size	Rockwell Hardness
N2,N5	1/4"-1-1/2"	C28 (max)
N8	1/4"-5/8"	C24-C32
	3/4"-1"	C26-C34
	1-1/8"-1-1/2"	C26-C36

Proof Load:

		Grade N2		Grade N5		Grade N8		Prevailing Torque
Nut Size	Thread Per Inch	Proof Load	Clamp Load	Proof Load	Clamp Load	Proof Load	Clamp Load	First Install (lb) Max	First removal (lb) Min	Third removal (lb) Min
#4	40	540	250	720	380	910	550	4	1	0.2
#6	32	820	370	1100	580	1350	810	8	1.5	0.5
#8	32	1250	580	1700	900	2100	1250	12	2	0.5
#10	24	1550	720	2100	1100	2600	1550	17	2.5	1
#12	24	2200	1000	2900	1550	3650	2200	27	3.5	1
1/4″	20	2900	1300	3800	2000	4750	2850	40	5	1.5
5/16″	18	4700	2150	6300	3350	7850	4700	80	8	2.5
3/8″	16	7000	3200	9300	4950	11600	6950	110	12	4
7/16″	14	9550	4400	12800	6800	15900	9600	135	17	5
1/2″	13	12800	5850	17000	9050	21300	12800	204	22	7.5
9/16″	12	16400	7550	21800	11600	27300	16400	300	30	10
5/8″	11	20300	9300	27200	14500	33900	20300	420	39	12.5
3/4″	10	30000	13800	40100	21300	50100	30100	540	58	20
7/8″	9	41600	12400	55400	29500	69300	41600	840	88	30
1″	8	54500	15000	72700	38700	90900	54600	1080	120	40
1 1/8″	7	68700	18900	80100	42100	115000	69000	1200	150	50
1 1/4″	7	87200	24000	101700	53500	145000	87000	1320	188	60
1 3/8″	6	104000	28700	121300	63800	173000	104000	1620	220	70
1 1/2″	6	126000	34800	147500	77600	211000	127000	1800	260	90

Application of Asme B18.16.6 Nylon Nuts:

Industry	Application
Mechanical and Automotive Industries:	These nylon nuts are widely used in mechanical and automotive applications where vibration resistance is crucial. They provide secure fastening in assemblies subjected to constant movement and vibration.
Construction and Infrastructure:	In construction projects and infrastructure development, ASME B18.16.6 nylon nuts are employed for fastening structural components, equipment, and machinery. Their resistance to corrosion and ability to maintain torque make them reliable in harsh environments.
Electrical and Electronics:	Nylon nuts are utilized in electrical and electronic equipment manufacturing for securing components and assemblies. Their non-conductive nature prevents electrical conductivity, making them suitable for applications where insulation is required.
Plumbing and HVAC Systems:	These nuts are used in plumbing and HVAC systems for joining pipes, fittings, and fixtures. Their resistance to corrosion and ability to maintain tight seals contribute to the efficiency and longevity of such systems.
Marine and Nautical Applications:	ASME B18.16.6 nylon nuts are suitable for marine and nautical environments due to their resistance to saltwater corrosion. They are used in boat building, ship repair, and marine equipment manufacturing.

Manufacturing Quality Control:

Control Method	Detail
Material Inspection:	Verify the material's composition, heat treatment, and quality upon receipt. Conduct metallurgical analysis to ensure the material properties meet the standards.
Process Control:	Implement strict process control measures for heat treatment, machining, threading, and any other manufacturing steps. Maintain consistent process parameters to ensure uniform quality.
Inspection Points:	Introduce inspection points at various stages of manufacturing to check for defects, dimensions, and quality. Inspect threading, dimensions, surface finish, and other critical parameters.
Sampling and Testing:	Regularly sample products for testing, such as tensile testing, hardness testing, and metallurgical analysis, to ensure they meet the required specifications.
Thread Inspection:	Thoroughly inspect threading using proper thread gauges to ensure accurate dimensions and fit with mating components.
Traceability:	Implement a traceability system to track each fasteners journey from raw material to final product. This aids in accountability and recalls if necessary.