M5 Wing Nuts - Grade 4.8 - 10 pcs

Wing nuts are primarily characterized by their characteristic shape. Hence the name "wing" nut. They cannot be confused with any other nut. Wings are only available on wing nuts.

The use of wing nuts

Their purpose can be summarized in one sentence - repeated assembly and disassembly.

Because a wing or wing nut is tightened by hand, it is perfect for connections where a certain tolerance is important. An example of the use of wing nuts are all types of tripods - for example, photographic ones, scenography elements or lighting structures on set. The event and stage industries use them constantly to assemble platforms and stages.

They are also widely used in industry, including automotive industry. In construction, they are useful when assembling scaffolding. They are irreplaceable here. Wherever regular adjustments to settings are necessary.

Do you know that…

The first mentions of the wing nut come from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. However, the first patent for a wing nut dates back to 1932 and was filed by a man named Harry F. Kellog.

In his patent application, the originator describes the production methodology and applications. It also places great emphasis on ease of production, low manufacturing cost and versatile use. Which, as you can see, life confirms to this day. The history of inventions is fascinating.