Wing Nuts

A wing nut or a butterfly nut consists of two large metal “wings” , one on each side. These wings are applied for easy tightening and loosening using hands, without using tools. The benefit of wing nut is its more ergonomic design which has two tabs that look like wings. It makes it easier to install and remove.

Application:

  • Wing nuts were used in the bicycle wheels for easy tightening and loosening for maintenance. It is still used in drums for the tightening and loosening of the suspended cymbal.
  • The benefit of wing nut is its more ergonomic design that has two tabs that look like wings. It makes it easier to install and remove.
  • These nuts are slotted to receive a cotter pin or wire which passes through a drilled hole in the bolt and locks it. In assembly the nuts are torqued to preload value, then the nut position is adjusted to line up the slots with the hole in the bolt.
Thread Dia: 16mm

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