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Blind Nuts (BN)

BLIND NUT™ fasteners are high-strength, one-sided installed threaded fasteners engineered for permanent use in aircraft and aerospace structures where backside access is limited or closed. Designed as a robust two-component system with a high-strength expander and configurable sleeve options, blind nut fasteners provide a dependable female thread that accepts a bolt in structural assemblies, eliminating the need for conventional nut plates. Ideal for use in wings, fuselages, bulkheads, and other critical airframe applications that do not allow holes to be drilled for the installation of conventional nut plates. These blind nuts deliver reliable clamp-up, excellent fatigue resistance, and high-strength performance to meet demanding aerospace standards. Manufactured under stringent quality controls and supplied with full traceability and certification, blind nuts are widely specified for commercial, military, and general aviation applications

Key Features of Blind Nut Fasteners
  • One-Side Installation – Installs from the blind side, where back access is restricted
  • Threaded Female Fastening – Provides durable threaded engagement in closed structures
  • High-Strength Performance – Engineered for structural load applications in aerospace
  • Two-Component System – Combines high-strength expander and sleeve for robust joint integrity
  • Critical Airframe Use – Suited for wings, fuselages, bulkheads, and closed panels
  • Reliable Clamp-Up & Fatigue Resistance – Enhances joint stability under vibration and cycling
  • Aerospace Quality & Traceability – Supplied with certifications and lot traceability
  • Multiple Sleeve/Material Options – Allows configuration for specific aircraft applications
  • OEM & MRO Proven – Widely used in commercial, military, and general aviation
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305 Stainless Steel431 Stainless Steel100° Flush ReducedNoBN1558
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