Meet the Hillman 1/4 in. Zinc-Plated Steel USS Hex Nut, delivered in a boxed bulk pack of 1,351 pieces. This isn’t a lone nut off a shelf moment—it's a reliable, ready-to-use supply designed to power DIY projects, shop work, and pro-grade repairs with efficiency and consistency. Built for general purpose use, these hex nuts pair perfectly with standard 1/4-20 bolts for quick, dependable assembly across a wide range of tasks.
What makes this hex nut stand out
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Bulk convenience: 1,351 nuts in a sturdy box means fewer trips to the hardware store and less time spent reordering mid-project—ideal for workshops, contractor crews, and fleet maintenance.
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Zinc-plated steel finish: The zinc plating delivers noticeable corrosion resistance, helping fasteners stand up to humidity, spills, and outdoor or semi-exposed environments without sacrificing ease of use.
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Standard USS coarse thread: Engineered for quick, forgiving assembly with 1/4-20 bolts, these nuts bite firmly into soft metals and wood-based assemblies, easing alignment and reducing cross-threading during installation.
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General-purpose strength: Grade 2 construction provides reliable service for everyday hardware tasks, furniture assembly, framing, shelving, mounting hardware, and routine repairs—not intended for critical structural applications.
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Consistent fit and finish: Designed to meet common dimensions and tolerances for dependable compatibility with standard hardware, ensuring smooth threading and reliable torque retention across the entire bulk pack.
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Organization-friendly packaging: The boxed format keeps your shop neat, makes counting easy, and helps you inventory fasteners at a glance for future projects.
Ideal for who and what it’s great for
- DIY enthusiasts tackling furniture assembly, shelving installation, or home repairs
- Professional builders, electricians, and plumbers who need dependable hardware in bulk
- Workshop managers and maintenance teams that unit-load fasteners for rapid project turnaround
- Fleet or shop environments where standardized fasteners speed up replacements and job-site logistics
Use cases and practical insights
Pair these 1/4 in hex nuts with standard 1/4-20 bolts for quick-frame construction, hardware mounting, or securing brackets to wood and light-metal surfaces. The coarse thread offers forgiving engagement, which is especially helpful when working with imperfect holes or softer substrates. For outdoor or humid settings, the zinc finish adds a layer of protection against rust, helping fasteners stay in place longer between maintenance rounds.
Tips for best results
- Match the nut to a 1/4-20 bolt for a secure, dependable fit across typical woodworking and light metal applications.
- Keep a dry, organized storage box of these nuts to speed up repairs and keep projects on schedule.
- When joining materials with uneven surfaces, start threading by hand to avoid cross-threading, then finish with a wrench for a firm, even snug.
- For repeated assemblies, consider a light lubrication with an appropriate anti-seize compound to reduce galling and ease future disassembly.
Specifications at a glance
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Brand: Hillman
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Product type: Hex nut
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Material: Steel
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Finish: Zinc-plated
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Thread type: Coarse (USS)
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Callout size: 1/4 in.
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Quantity in package: 1,351
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Packaging: Boxed bulk pack
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Application: General-purpose fastening with standard 1/4-20 bolts
