Keps nut

"K-nut" redirects here. A K-nut can also refer to a Jet nut.

A Keps nut, also called a K-nut[1] or washer nut, is a nut with an attached, free-spinning washer. It is used to make assembly more convenient. Common washer types are star-type lock washers, conical, and flat washers.[1]

Keps is a trademark of ITW Shakeproof. The name comes from "kep" in Shakeproof, and the "s" is because usually more than one are purchased.[2]

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Notes

  1. ^ a b McMaster, p. 3125.
  2. ^ Glossary of Terminology Related to Nuts and Bolts, http://www.boltscience.com/pages/glossary.htm, retrieved 2008-11-25 .

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