Unlike thread locking forms, self locking fasteners with a preload locking internal thread form prevent high logistical, service and warranty costs (PRWEB) October 17, 2007 -- While threaded fastener ...

A self-locking threaded fastener is suited for use in medical devices, such as orthopedic implants, that may have to stay in place for as many as one million lifetime load cycles. The fastener is ...

Self-locking Nytemp fasteners maintain torque and clamp load stability at temperatures to 450°F (232°C). The fasteners need no drilling or milling and are unaffected by water, antifreeze, gasoline, ...

The self-locking process consists of a nylon patch permanently sprayed onto the threads of a fastener (upper left) or embedded into the threads as a pellet or strip (upper right). When threads mate, ...

Nylok received NASA acceptance of its NYTEMP self-locking fastener that is designed to withstand operating temperatures of up to 400 F. The NYTEMP fastener is made of a polymer that is applied as an ...

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