Rust Proof Wing Nuts

China supplier and manufacturer Xiaoguo® Rust Proof Wing Nuts are made for damp or outdoor use. They use stainless steel or a solid plated finish, so you won’t see rust showing up after a few weeks. The wings keep their grip, and threads stay clean without seizing. Good for covers, clamps, or anything exposed to moisture. Rust Proof Wing Nuts suppliers with consistent coating and reliable material across runs.

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Product Description

A basic understanding of the product

The Rust Proof Wing Nuts are just ordinary wing nuts, but their material is less prone to rust. It's not because they have a thin coating of carbon steel on the surface, but because they are made of stainless steel (304 or 316) or have a high-strength coating like hot-dip galvanizing on the surface. In humid or outdoor environments, their rust prevention ability is better.

Application fields

Rust Proof Wing Nuts are used anywhere moisture, humidity, or outdoor exposure would quickly ruin regular steel ones. Common fields include:

Marine & coastal equipment – boat covers, dock fittings, saltwater pumps

Outdoor furniture – benches, tables, playground structures

Agricultural gear – greenhouse clamps, irrigation fittings, livestock equipment

Chemical & food plants – washdown stations, mixing tanks, sanitary covers

Architectural hardware – sign mounts, railing connections, curtain wall brackets

Automotive & RV – battery terminals, engine covers, camper tie-downs

DIY outdoor projects – garden gates, fence panels, solar light brackets

Rust Proof Wing Nuts

How to extend the rust-proofing ability of Rust Proof Wing Nuts

To enhance the rust-proofing ability of Rust Proof Wing Nuts, there's no need to do anything overly complicated. The key is to pay attention to a few daily details.

（1）The surface should be free from scratches.

When installing, do not use a hammer to strike, nor should you use the tool to clamp the wing pieces.

Once the passivation film on the stainless steel surface is scratched, the scratched area is prone to rusting first.

If the use of tools is necessary, nylon pliers are recommended.

（2）The cut surface needs to be re-coated with anti-rust paint.

If you need to adjust the size, you can do it manually using tools. However, the end face of the cut is bare steel without a protective anti-rust coating. Therefore, it is necessary to apply cold galvanizing spray or anti-rust paint to the cut surface.

（3）Avoid placing different metals close to each other

For instance, using stainless steel nuts with ordinary carbon steel bolts, or directly contacting copper or aluminum, electrochemical corrosion may occur in humid environments. Therefore, it is advisable to keep the materials consistent or use insulating gaskets to separate them.

（4）Regular cleaning

Outdoor nuts will accumulate dust, salt and bird droppings over time. Occasionally, rinse them with clean water and make sure to dry them thoroughly.

（5）Store in a dry environment

Place it on a dry shelf. It's best not to open the original packaging.

If the environment is very humid, you can put desiccants in the box.

（6）Avoid overloading the work

The stainless steel material should not be twisted forcefully to deform the threads. The passivation film at the deformed area will also rupture. The correct way is to twist it by hand without applying excessive force.

Rust Proof Wing Nuts

Mon	M5	M6	M8	M10	M12	M14	M16	M18	M20	M22	M24
P	0.8	1	1.25	1.5	1.75	2	2	2.5	2.5	2.5	3
dk min	8.5	10.5	14	18	22	26	26	30	34	38	43
d1	7	9	12	15	18	22	22	25	28	32	36
L max	26.5	34	42	52	62	72	72	82	92.5	102.5	114.5
Lmin	23.5	30	38	48	58	68	68	78	87.5	97.5	109.5
h max	13.5	17.5	21.5	26.5	31.5	37	37	42	47	52	58
h min	10.5	14.5	18.5	23.5	28.5	33	33	38	43	48	54
k min	5	6	8	10	12	14	14	16	18	20	22
y max	3.5	4	4.5	5.5	7	8	8	8	9	10	11
y1 max	4.5	5	5.5	6.5	8	9	9	10	11	12	13