Difference between revisions of "Wing nut"
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| − | A '''wing nut''' helps fasten a [[bolt]]. | + | A '''wing nut''' helps fasten a [[bolt]]. It is similar to a standard machine nut and threaded in the same way, but is equipped with a pair of "wings" that make it possible to grip the nut with the fingers; wing nuts are intended to be tightened with fingers rather than with a wrench. |
Revision as of 00:08, December 30, 2007
A wing nut helps fasten a bolt. It is similar to a standard machine nut and threaded in the same way, but is equipped with a pair of "wings" that make it possible to grip the nut with the fingers; wing nuts are intended to be tightened with fingers rather than with a wrench.