SAE J995 — Mechanical and Material Requirements for Steel Nuts

Standard: SAE J995

SAE J995 specifies the strength grades for inch-series steel nuts — Grades 2, 5, and 8 — matched to the bolt grades they pair with.

What It Covers

  • Grade 2, 5, and 8 nut properties
  • Proof load requirements
  • Nut and bolt grade matching
  • Head and face markings

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