Keps Nuts
Keps K lock nuts, also known as Keps nuts or K-lock nuts, are commonly used to secure objects in place. They feature a unique design that combines a standard nut with an integrated free-spinning washer.
The Keps nut consists of a hexagonal nut with an attached external washer that has a series of small teeth or serrations on its inner surface. The serrations are designed to grip the mating surface, providing resistance to loosening caused by vibrations or other external forces. When tightened, the teeth on the washer bite into the material, creating a lock that helps prevent the nut from backing off.
These nuts are often used in applications where a secure joint is required and where there may be a risk of loosening due to vibrations or dynamic loads. They are frequently used in automotive, industrial, and other machinery applications.
It's worth noting that while "Keps" is a specific brand name, the term "K-lock nut" or "Keps nut" is sometimes used generically to refer to similar nuts with integrated washers that provide locking functionality.
K lock nuts are available in steel, stainless steel, brass and nylon. Please contact us today for a quote if you can't find the exact part you need.