Industrial BUS31FK1414 7 8-14 FIN JAM FLX LK NUT C Lock Nut

Description:

The BUS31FK1414 7/8-14 thin jam lock nut is used in industrial mechanical and fastening systems to secure threaded components and prevent loosening under vibration or load conditions. It is commonly installed in machinery assemblies, hydraulic systems, motor mounts, and structural fastening applications where a low-profile locking nut is required. Maintenance teams and OEM assemblers use this component for equipment assembly, repair work, and mechanical fastening in industrial environments.

Applications:

The BUS31FK1414 jam lock nut is commonly used in industrial machinery, hydraulic equipment, motor assemblies, conveyor systems, and heavy equipment where secure threaded fastening is required in high-vibration or load-bearing conditions. It is typically installed as a locking element in mechanical joints, shafts, and bolted assemblies in continuous-duty manufacturing and industrial environments.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: OEM / Industrial Fastener
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BUS31FK1414
• Product Type: Thin Jam Lock Nut
• Thread Size: 7/8-14 UNF
• Nut Type: Hex jam nut (thin profile)
• Material: Steel (typical industrial grade)
• Finish: Zinc plated or plain (variant dependent)
• Thickness: Reduced profile compared to standard hex nut
• Function: Mechanical locking of threaded fasteners
• Locking Method: Jam nut friction lock against mating nut
• Standard: Unified National Fine (UNF) thread series
• Application: Industrial machinery, hydraulic systems, structural assemblies
• Operating Environment: Mechanical fastening in industrial equipment

Common Replacements:

• McMaster-Carr 7/8-14 steel jam nuts (industrial grade equivalents)
• Grade 8 UNF 7/8-14 hex jam lock nuts (zinc plated equivalents)
• Fastenal 7/8-14 thin pattern lock nuts (industrial fastener equivalents)