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Steel T-nut with zinc finish, 5/8 inch barrel

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 60896 T-Nut 5/16"-18 Steel Zinc 5/8 Barrel

SKU CH-4V45-HYJVJ

A steel T-nut with a 5/8-inch barrel provides strong threaded mounting in soft wood

  • Product typeNuts
  • Stronger threads in soft wood with tee-nut design
  • 5/16"-18 thread fits standard bolts
  • Steel construction handles high clamping loads
  • Zinc plating resists corrosion in damp conditions
  • 5/8 in barrel height suits typical material thickness

MIDWEST FASTENER 60896 T-Nut

The MIDWEST FASTENER 60896 is a zinc-plated steel tee nut with a 5/16"-18 thread and a 5/8 inch barrel height. It is designed for woodworkers and fabricators who need a reliable threaded insert for soft wood applications. The hardware provides a durable metal surface that resists stripping under load.

Replaces damaged or stripped threads in wood

When existing wood threads fail or a stronger mounting point is required, this tee nut upgrades the joint by anchoring into the material with its pronged base. The jump is worth it for assemblies that see repeated bolt removal or sustained clamping force where bare wood would compress.

Suits soft wood projects needing 5/16"-18 threads

Builders working with hardwoods, metal, or composite materials should look at alternatives, as the prong design is optimised for soft wood penetration. Projects requiring a different thread pitch, barrel length, or drive style will not be served by this specific fastener.

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Price $8.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameMIDWEST FASTENER
Product typeNuts

Questions about this item

What diameter hole must be drilled for the 5/8 in barrel?

Drill a hole that matches the barrel outside diameter so the 5/8 in barrel seats flush in the soft wood.

How is the tee nut installed, and what step is often missed?

Insert the barrel into the drilled hole, then tap the prongs until the flange sits flat; the step often missed is fully seating the prongs before tightening the 5/16"-18 bolt.

When should the zinc-plated tee nut be replaced?

Replace it if the zinc coating wears through and the steel shows rust, or if the 5/16"-18 threads strip from repeated bolt removal.

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