DIN 315 Stainless Steel 304 Wing Nut
Confirmed Product Characteristics
Item | Confirmed information |
|---|
Product name | Wing Nut / Butterfly Nut |
Standard | DIN 315 |
Material | Stainless Steel 304 |
Operating method | Manual tightening and loosening through two wings |
Measurement system | To be confirmed for the order |
Thread size and pitch | To be confirmed for the order |
Surface condition | To be confirmed for the order |
Packaging | To be confirmed for the order |
Wing-Shaped Structure
The nut body incorporates two opposing wings that function as built-in hand grips. This configuration offers several practical benefits:
permits manual installation where frequent access is required;
reduces dependence on hand tools during routine adjustment;
provides a larger gripping area than a conventional nut;
helps shorten assembly and disassembly steps in non-permanent connections;
supports repeated access to covers, guides, fixtures and adjustable components.
A wing nut is not automatically interchangeable with a standard hex nut. The available hand-tightening force, joint load, vibration, temperature and safety requirements must be reviewed before selection.
Material Considerations
The listed product uses 304 stainless steel, a commonly specified stainless steel grade for general industrial environments. Material selection should still account for actual service conditions, including moisture, cleaning chemicals, temperature and contact with dissimilar metals.
For projects requiring another material, coating or corrosion-resistance level, submit the complete requirement for feasibility confirmation. No alternative material or finish should be assumed solely from the product name.
Typical Applications
DIN 315 wing nuts may be considered for:
machine guards and removable covers;
inspection panels and access doors;
adjustable brackets and guide rails;
lighting and display equipment;
furniture and modular assemblies;
jigs, fixtures and light-duty clamping devices;
equipment that requires routine cleaning or maintenance.
The final application must be evaluated according to required clamp load and operating conditions. For critical structural joints or severe vibration, an engineered locking solution may be more appropriate.
Procurement Checklist
To prepare an accurate quotation, specify:
thread diameter and pitch;
required standard and dimensional revision;
material grade;
surface condition or finishing requirement;
quantity and delivery schedule;
packing method, label and barcode requirements;
inspection documents or sample requirements;
application environment and mating bolt specification.
FAQ
Yes. The two wings are intended to provide a hand-gripping surface. Whether hand tightening provides sufficient clamp load depends on the application.
Is the thread metric or inch?
The product is listed under DIN 315, but the exact thread system, diameter and pitch must be confirmed in the purchase order.
Is a surface coating included?
The verified product information identifies stainless steel 304. The exact surface condition or any additional treatment must be confirmed before quotation.
Can the wing nut be used in high-vibration joints?
A basic wing nut does not provide an integrated locking mechanism. For vibration-sensitive joints, buyers should evaluate a separate locking method or another fastener type.
Request a Quotation
Send the required thread size, quantity, material, application, surface requirement and packaging details through the WF Fastener contact page. View the current product category at Wing Nuts.
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