Written by Hiroki Goto, Engineering Manager NBK America LLC There are several ways of securing parts together, but the screw — a mechanical fastener with a threaded shaft — is still the most common. The primary role of screws (and bolts) is to fasten objects using axial force generated from tightening. Typically, the torque method…
How do flat and lock washers differ?
~ Article courtesy of NBK America LLC Generally, washers are used to distribute a fastener’s load, reducing friction and preventing loosening. A washer is a plate with a hole, which lets a fastener pass through it. The most common shape is a flat disk with a concentric hole. Before a threaded fastener, such as a…
NBK acquires Solid Spot’s fastener business
NBK America LLC, a manufacturer of off-the-shelf, high-quality screws, couplings, and machine components, has officially acquired Solid Spot LLC’s fastener business. Solid Spot has been supplying quality fastener for the past decade, dedicated primarily to plastic parts including PEEK, RENY, PVD, and plastic springs. In fact, it offers more than 2000 types of plastic fasteners.…
NBK launches socket set that removes damaged hex-head bolts and hex nuts
NBK has released a set of sockets that can remove hex-head bolts and hex nuts with damaged corners and that cannot be removed by conventional tools. The SKEK-SET — Stripped Hex-head Screws/Bolts Removal Socket Sets are easy-to-use and ROHS2-compliant. The spiral edges inside the socket firmly bite into, ensuring quick and simple removal of hex-head…
What causes fastener seizing and galling?
Written by Hiroki Goto | Engineering Manager NBK America LLC Have you ever had problems with fastener threads getting stuck? If so, and you attempted to remove the seized fastener by force, you likely ended up with little success to show for it other than a broken screw. Galling is a form of wear that…
NBK adds plastic head-socket screws to its product portfolio
NBK, an advanced component manufacturer, recently added a new fastener to its product offering: the hex-socket, plastic head-cap screws. The hex-socket, head-cap screws are made of PEEK GF30, containing glass fiber for increased strength. The tensile strength of the material is about 1.7 times that of conventional PEEK material. PEEK is a thermoplastic super-engineering plastic,…
NBK launches new socket head cap bits for tamper-resistant screws
NBK, an advanced component manufacturer, has begun the new year with the launch of new fastening products. This week, the company introduced its Hexalobular Socket Head Cap Bits (SRXB), with pin, for tamper-resistant screws. These components include a short bit with a hexalobular socket that has a pin at the center. For ideal torque management…
NBK offers multi-functional machined slotted springs
Advanced component manufacturer, NBK‘s Multi-functional Machined Slotted Springs (or “Flexus”) are multi-functional parts made of various materials (not only spring materials) with slits. Flexus products enable various spring properties such as compressing, tensioning, shearing, and bending. This is because the portion between the slits work as a spring. The shape and dimensions of Flexus components…
Miniature, precision screws from NBK
NBK, a manufacturer of advanced components, offers a broad line of miniature and precision screws, with designs based on years of extensive R&D. These include components in sizes ranging from S0.6 to M2.6. These are also commonly referred to as micro, camera, or eyeglass screws. These screws are suitable for fixing and positioning electronic devices,…
NBK introduces new Titanium Hexagon Keys
NBK, a specialist manufacturer of mechanical components, recently introduced new Titanium Hexagon Keys to its diverse product line. Hey keys are used to drive bolts and screws with hexagonal sockets in their heads. Made of titanium alloy, NBK’s new hex keys are non-magnetic, making it suitable for assembly and maintenance of equipment and devices in…