TeacherGeek #10 Nylon Insert Locknut

TeacherGeek #10 Nylon Insert Locknuts are high-performance fasteners designed to create secure, vibration-resistant connections in STEM and engineering projects. Each locknut features a built-in nylon collar that grips the threads of a #10 machine screw, preventing it from loosening due to movement or tension. This added resistance is particularly valuable in mechanical systems with rotating or moving parts, such as wind turbines, hydraulic arms, or linkage assemblies.

Unlike standard hex nuts, the nylon insert eliminates the need for thread-locking adhesives or additional components, making these nuts ideal for repeated prototyping in classrooms. Their firm hold makes them a must-have for builds where reliability, strength, and safety are essential-allowing students to experiment with real-world fastening solutions.

Educational Benefits

• Demonstrates principles of friction locking and mechanical stability.
• Teaches students how to create durable assemblies without adhesives.
• Encourages engineering thinking through use of professional-grade components.

Classroom Applications

• Use to secure moving joints in hydraulic arm builds or wind pump linkages.
• Ideal for stabilising rotating shafts or axles in student-designed vehicles.
• Incorporate into STEM kits for hands-on practice with vibration-resistant fastenings.

Specifications

• Compatibility: #10 machine screws
• Locking Mechanism: Nylon insert for anti-vibration hold
• Material: Metal nut with nylon collar
• Pack Size: 200 locknuts
• Recommended Ages: 8+
• Applications: STEM mechanics, robotics, structural engineering, student design builds