{"title":"Nuts","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"m4-0-70-zinc-plated-steel-semi-flanged-knurled-head-thumb-nut","title":"M4-0.70 Zinc Plated Steel Semi-Flanged Knurled-Head Thumb Nut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM4 × 0.70 zinc-plated steel knurled thumb nut\u003c\/strong\u003e for tool-free adjustments on printer panels, brackets, jigs, and other hardware where a standard hex nut is awkward to reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use a knurled thumb nut\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised knurled head gives finger grip for repeat adjustments without a wrench.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-flanged collar spreads load better than a plain round thumb nut and helps cover oversized or irregular holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc-plated steel is a practical dry-environment choice when you want a tougher metal nut without paying stainless prices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread: \u003cstrong\u003eM4 × 0.70 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e metric coarse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e12 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003ezinc-plated steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: semi-flanged knurled-head thumb nut, internally threaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse it for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-tightened printer enclosure panels, brackets, spool holders, stops, and service-access hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixtures or printed parts that need repeated removal without loose tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame fastener family as the live \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dfh.fm\/products\/m3-0-5-black-zinc-plated-steel-semi-flanged-knurled-head-thumb-nut\"\u003eM3 black zinc-plated thumb nut\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dfh.fm\/products\/m3-0-5-a2-18-8-stainless-steel-semi-flanged-knurled-head-thumb-nut\"\u003eM3 stainless thumb nut\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it is not\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a lock nut; add threadlocker or a locking fastener if vibration resistance is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot stainless steel; choose stainless for wet, corrosive, or cosmetic applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a screw or bolt — this is the mating nut for an M4 × 0.70 threaded fastener.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"dfh.fm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44399652634846,"sku":null,"price":1.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/9767\/0313\/files\/IMG_52793.png?v=1697008066"},{"product_id":"m3-0-5-black-zinc-plated-steel-semi-flanged-knurled-head-thumb-nut","title":"M3-0.5 Black Zinc Plated Steel Semi-Flanged Knurled-Head Thumb Nut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool-free M3 fastening in a compact black zinc finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e This semi-flanged knurled-head thumb nut fits \u003cstrong\u003eM3 x 0.50 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e metric threads and has an \u003cstrong\u003e8 mm head diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e for hand-tightened printer hardware, panels, brackets, and adjustment points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use this over a standard hex nut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnurled head:\u003c\/strong\u003e easier to grip by hand than a small M3 hex nut, especially in tight printer frames.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-flanged shoulder:\u003c\/strong\u003e spreads pressure over more surface area and helps cover slightly oversized or irregular holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack zinc-plated steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e blends with black printer hardware while adding general-purpose corrosion resistance for indoor builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread:\u003c\/strong\u003e M3 x 0.50 mm, right-hand metric coarse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e semi-flanged knurled-head thumb nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \/ finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e steel, black zinc plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrive:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-tightened; no hex key or wrench required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrinter use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for removable panels, covers, jigs, brackets, and other M3 hardware points that need frequent hand adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a similar M3 nut in stainless, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dfh.fm\/products\/m3-0-5-a2-18-8-stainless-steel-semi-flanged-knurled-head-thumb-nut\"\u003eM3-0.5 A2 \/ 18-8 stainless semi-flanged thumb nut\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor larger M4 hardware, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dfh.fm\/products\/m4-0-70-zinc-plated-steel-semi-flanged-knurled-head-thumb-nut\"\u003eM4-0.70 zinc-plated semi-flanged thumb nut\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGotchas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a thumb nut, not a wing nut or a threaded knob.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch it with M3 x 0.50 screws only; it will not fit M4 or imperial threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack zinc is a general indoor hardware finish, not a stainless substitute for wet or chemical exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"dfh.fm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44399664234718,"sku":null,"price":1.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/9767\/0313\/files\/IMG_5279.png?v=1697008257"},{"product_id":"m3-0-5-a2-18-8-stainless-steel-semi-flanged-knurled-head-thumb-nut","title":"M3-0.5 A2 \/ 18-8 Stainless Steel Semi-Flanged Knurled-Head Thumb Nut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM3 × 0.5 stainless thumb nut for hand-adjusted printer hardware.\u003c\/strong\u003e A compact semi-flanged knurled-head nut with an \u003cstrong\u003e8 mm head diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, made from A2 \/ 18-8 stainless steel for corrosion-resistant, tool-free adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use this over a hex nut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-free grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e the knurled outer head is made to turn by hand, useful for covers, brackets, tensioners, fixtures, and parts that come on and off often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e thumb nuts fit tighter spaces than wing nuts while still giving more finger purchase than a standard M3 hex nut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-flanged face:\u003c\/strong\u003e the raised shoulder\/flange gives a broader bearing surface than the knurled body alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA2 \/ 18-8 stainless:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for damp shop environments and printer enclosures where plain steel hardware can rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThread: \u003cstrong\u003eM3 × 0.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, right-hand internal thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHead style: knurled thumb nut with semi-flanged\/shouldered face\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHead diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e8 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003eA2 \/ 18-8 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold as: single thumb nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntended use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse anywhere a 3D-printer mod, fixture, cover, or small assembly needs an M3 nut that can be loosened and tightened by hand instead of with a wrench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGotchas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003enut\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a screw or bolt; pair it with an M3 screw, stud, or threaded rod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIt is stainless, not black oxide and not brass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIt is not a locking nut; use threadlocker or a locknut where vibration resistance is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"dfh.fm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44399693398238,"sku":null,"price":1.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/9767\/0313\/files\/IMG_52792_934b8d9c-f34e-4dee-aca7-3cc01e7f07be.png?v=1697008469"}],"url":"https:\/\/formosissima.myshopify.com\/collections\/nuts.oembed","provider":"dfh.fm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}