Common nut allergy symptoms?

Nut allergy symptoms vary from mild to life-threatening and can include headaches, irritability, swelling, and difficulty breathing. Anaphylaxis can occur suddenly and requires emergency medical care. Avoiding all products that may contain nuts is recommended. Nut allergy symptoms can range from mild to life-threatening and can vary from person to person and situation to situation. […]

What’s a barrel nut?

Cap nuts are female fasteners used to bolt pieces together without exposed nuts. Cylinder nuts have a threaded hole and are installed by drilling a hole in the workpiece. They are ideal for aesthetically sensitive applications like furniture manufacturing. A cap nut is a female fastener used to bolt individual pieces of an assembly together […]

What’s a Hex Flange Nut?

A hex flange nut combines a hex nut with a flanged base, allowing pressure to be displaced over a larger area. It is commonly used in locking applications and allows for easy one-handed installation. Flange nuts are available in various metals and thread types and are popular for their ability to reach hard-to-reach areas without […]

Nut allergy vs. peanuts: connection?

Peanut and tree nut allergies are strongly correlated, with similar symptoms and potential for anaphylaxis. Those with a peanut allergy should also avoid tree nuts, as they are potent allergens and can cause exercise-induced anaphylaxis. There is a big correlation between a peanut allergy and a tree nut allergy. Although most people discussing food allergies […]

What’s a Rivet Nut?

Rivet nuts are collapsible shells with internal threads used to place structural threads in thin materials. Specialized tools are required to set them properly. Drill bits are needed to create the hole for installation, and variable speed drill motors are useful for harder materials. Rivet nut tools consist of a threaded mandrel and two handles, […]

What’s a Coupling Nut?

Coupling nuts are threaded metal fasteners used to secure two parts together. They can be made from various materials, but metal is most common. The nuts work through interlocking grooves and come in different lengths, finishes, and shapes, including cap nuts and acorn nuts. Some coupling nuts have a sight hole for visual inspection of […]

Flat nut: what is it?

Plate nuts are stamped from sheet metal and come in different materials, each with specific uses. Soft metals like copper and brass are good for electrical environments, while hard metals like stainless steel and carbon steel provide strength for high-stress connections. Lock plate nuts have a nylon insert to prevent vibration, and thread-locking compound can […]

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