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When shopping for nuts, you may encounter nyloc nuts. Also known as elastic stop nuts, they feature a nylon-based collar. Nyloc nuts are still used in conjunction with a bolt, and they are still used for the same purpose of … Read More

Many people are surprised to learn that gaskets are available in metal materials. Some gaskets, of course, are made of an elastic synthetic material like rubber, but others are made of metal. These metal gaskets serve the same purpose of … Read More

Clevis fasteners are used in many different industries, some of which include construction, agriculture, marine and manufacturing. Also known simply as a clevis, a clevis fastener is a multi-part fastening system. Among other things, it features a clevis pin. If … Read More

Precision matters when drilling into workpieces. Regardless of the material from which the workpiece is made, you’ll need to ensure the hole is drilled in the right area. A drill jig, however, offers a solution. You can use a drill … Read More

Have you heard of grease fittings? They are commonly used on aircraft bearings. Bearings can wear down over time. As they restrict or constrain the motion of the parts with which they are used, bearings will be exposed to friction. … Read More

Ring terminals offer a simple and effective way to connect electrical wires to circuit points. Also known as ring connectors, they are characterized by the use of a ring-shaped conductive stud. After securing an electrical wire to the opposite end, … Read More

You shouldn’t use general-purpose tape on wires. Wires carry electricity. When exposed to electricity, general-purpose tape may melt or ignite. For wires and other electrical applications, there’s no better choice than electrical tape. What Is Electrical Tape? Electrical tape is … Read More

When shopping for washers, you may come across flat and dimpled washers. They are two of the most common types of washers. Flat and dimpled washers are both disc-shaped fasteners, and they are both used to distribute the load of … Read More

Switches aren’t limited to consumer electronics. They are used in a variety of applications, including airplanes. Aircraft switches work like most other switches, but they are designed for airplanes, helicopters or other aircraft. What are aircraft switches exactly, and how … Read More