Cage nuts, also called clip nuts, are specialised fastener types designed to mount a wide variety of equipment securely. Also called captive nuts, cage nuts are equipped with an in-built cage surrounding and holding the nut when compressed with its two protruding wings. A square-hole cage nut is typically made of rugged steel or stainless steel (nut), while the cage is crafted from carbon spring steel, ensuring longevity.
These fasteners come in different finishes, sizes, and threads, including M6, M8, and M10 cage nuts. Furthermore, cage nuts simply require push and twist motion for secure fittings and allow easy installation, adjustments, and replacement when damaged. Additionally, cage nuts are extensively used in constructing electronic enclosures, network cabinets, computers, and server racks.
Potential Advantages of Cage Nuts:
Cage nuts offer several advantages over traditional threaded nuts and bolts, including:
- Ease of installation and adjustment without using special tools.
- Easy removal or replacement.
- Low profile, ensuring better assembly by taking up less space.
- Highly secure fit once installed, reducing the risk of falling or loosening.
- Reusable and compatible with various threaded fasteners.
- Cost-effective and versatile.
Popular Types of Cage Nuts:
Cage nuts come in different types based on their sizes and shapes, including M5 cage nuts, J-type cage nuts, and U-type cage nuts. Some of other cage nut types include:
- Standard Cage Nuts
- Round Hole Cage Nuts
- Clip-on Cage Nuts
- Floating Cage Nuts
- Snap-in Cage Nuts
- Pilot Point Cage Nuts
- Slide-on Cage Nuts.
Typical Applications of Cage Nuts:
Cage nuts are commonly used in a wide variety of high torque and holding power environments and equipment, such as:
- IT and Telecommunications
- Data Centers
- Automotive Applications
- Server Rooms
- Agricultural Equipment
- Rack-Mounted Servers & Network Equipment
- Industrial Control Panels
- Server Rails
- Electronic Equipment
- Audio Video Racks
- HVAC Systems.
