Non Metallic Fasteners
Non Metallic Fasteners – Lightweight and Non Conductive
Fasteners made from non metallic materials are becoming popular due to their lightweight and non conductive properties.
They are also corrosion resistant and non-magnetic.
They find application in Electronics (especially PCB assemblies), Aerospace, Medical, Automotive, Chemical, Robotics, Marine, Drones and Medical Equipment industries.
Advantages of Non Metallic Materials
- Lightweight
- Non Magnetic
- Non Conductive
- Corrosion resistant
Available options
Nylon Fasteners
Nylon is a lightweight and non-magnetic material that provides electrical and thermal insulation.
Nylon Spacers and Nylon Standoffs
Nylon is commonly used to make spacers and standoffs as it is a good insulator and has a surface smoothness which will not fray the insulation of wires that rub against it.
Insulating standoffs keep two parts from touching each other, thereby preventing electrical shorts.
There are two types of Nylons spacers – With metal inserts and Without metal inserts.
Nylon Spacers may have metal inserts to provide stronger threads. These will however need to be separated by a non conductive material to ensure insulation
Female-Female Hex Spacer Nylon with Metal Insert K2C11 – Download Datasheet
Female-Female Hex Spacer Nylon K4C11 – Download Datasheet
Male-Female Hex Standoff Nylon with Metal Insert K2C12 – Download Datasheet
Male-Female Hex Standoff Nylon K4C12 – Download Datasheet
Male-Male Hex Standoff Nylon with Metal Insert K2C15 – Download Datasheet
Nylon spacers are also available without threads. These are of two types – Round and Hex body.
Plain Round Spacer Nylon White K3C18 – Download Datasheet
Plain Hex Spacer Nylon Black K4C18 – Download Datasheet
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Snap Fit Spacer MF Nylon Black K4C16 – Download Datasheet
Snap Fit Spacer MM Nylon White K3C16 – Download Datasheet
Nylon Washers
Nylon washers are commonly used to provide insulation and for its lightweight properties.
Plain Washers Nylon White K3D02 – Download Datasheet
Plain Washers Nylon Black K4D02– Download Datasheet
Plain Large Washers Nylon K3D03 – Download Datasheet
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Nylon Screws
Nylon screws are useful for insulation and non magnetic applications.
They are also lightweight and corrosion resistant, providing a suitable alternative in PCBs, plastic and food processing assemblies, medical devices etc.
Pan Combi (Phillips and Slotted) Nylon K3B04-1 K4B04-1 – Download Datasheet
Nylon Nuts
Nylon nuts are used along with nylon screws for insulation and non magnetic applications.
They help secure screws in PCBs, plastic and food processing assemblies, medical devices etc.
Other Special Materials
NEOPREN Rubber Expansion Blind Nuts
For complicated and special situations, the NEOPREN Rubber expansion blind nut offers a unique solution.
Also called Rubber Expansion nuts, or Well nuts, these consist of a flanged neoprene bushing with a threaded nut embedded in the non-flanged end.
As the bolt is screwed into the nut, the rubber on the other side of the hole expands and seals the bolt hole. As the bolt is tightened, friction from the neoprene flange against the piece being fastened prevents the nut from turning. The bushing is compressed by the nut, forming a lip behind the piece being fastened, which compresses the fastened piece and seals the bolt hole.
It can also be used in a solid workpiece. As the screw draws the embedded nut towards it, the walls of the well exert a force on the hole walls, anchoring it.
Blind Nut LF Neopren J2C41G – Download Datasheet
Plastic Captive (Retaining) Washers
Retaining Washer Plastic K8D19 – Download Datasheet
Metal Bonded Sealing Washers
Metal Bonded Washers are useful for sealing applications.
Commonly used in roofing, they help with waterproofing.
These are available in SS-304 and SS-316 with EPDM combination.
Metal Bonded Sealing Washers SS-304 A2 EPDM J2D50 – Download Datasheet
Metal Bonded Sealing Washers SS-316 A4 EPDM J2D50-4 – Download Datasheet
Fibre and Hylam Washers
Fibre and Hylam washers are commonly used to provide insulation and for its lightweight properties. They are also corrosion resistant.
Plain Washers Fibre K1D02 – Download Datasheet
Plain Washers Hylam K6D01 – Download Datasheet