VCN151

Vandlgard Nut

Zinc Die Cast

Description

A general purpose frangible (break-a-way) nut, with reduced wrenching. The distance across the points of the hex is less than the diameter of the base of the cone. The nut is installed with a standard wrench and removed by authorized persons by a special procedure.

Technical Information

Material

Zinc die cast

Finish

Natural

Diameter

3/8-16 & 1/2-13

Torque (Breakoff)

Suitable for use with GR2 or GR5 bolts

Features/Benefits

Wrenching Element Breaks Off At Predetermined Torque

Can't be removed with standard hand tools. Tightness is not determined by judgment of installer.

Threaded Portion Is Tapered

Can't be gripped with pliers and has attractive finish.

Die Cast From Zinc Alloy

No corrosion at break-groove.

Reduced Break-Off Torque

Lowers clamp load to avoid damage to parts being assembled.

Nuts Are Packed In Bags Of 100

Better inventory control.

Lot Number On Each Bag Of Nuts

Traceable to raw material.

 

Ordering Information

VCN151-6

VCN151-8

3/8-16

1/2-13