What Are Nylon Bolts?
Nylon is the second-most used synthetic fiber in U.S. manufacturing, according to boltssource.com. Nylon's strength and durability lends itself to a variety of materials, including nylon bolts that are now used to fasten manufacturing items in several industries. Once a substitute for silk, nylon bolts and fasteners are considered a trusted material in construction and aviation.
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How Nylon Bolts Came To Be
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Nylon as a fiber was created in the 1930s as manufacturers were looking for a substitute for silk. Nylon, made out of petroleum products, was lightweight and especially strong. But, during the 1930s and 1940s, nylon was not widely used, first because of the Great Depression and second because of World War II benefited from the fiber more than consumers. That changed in the post-World War II era, as manufacturers have found extensive uses for nylon, including in the fastener industry.
What They're Made Out Of
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Nylon bolts are non-metallic in nature, so manufacturers must rely on other materials to make nylon bolts, including petroleum products. These materials include acetal, polycarbonate, PVC and polypropylene. Acetal gives nylon bolts their durability and reduces water absorption. Polycarbonate allows nylon bolts to withstand heat and electricity. PVC is a vinyl that provides nylon bolts protection from rain and other extreme outdoor conditions. And polypropylene helps amplify the affects that the other materials have on the nylon bolt.
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The Upside Of Nylon Bolts
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Nylon is a widely used plastic that has a reputation for great strength and resistance to wear and tear through repeated use. Also, nylon can interact with several different types of fluids and maintain its integrity, including diluted acids, alkalis and other chemicals. It's an economical alternative to metal or aluminum and is about one-half the weight of either type of bolt.
Nylon Bolts in Aircraft
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The aviation industry has benefited from the expanded use of nylon bolts and fasteners. A 4 by 25 mm nylon bolt is commonly used in the aviation industry to fasten wings and landing gear. These bolts work well because of their durability, strength, light weight and ability to withstand vibration. When fastened with a four-pronged blind nut, they're difficult to damage.
Other Industries That Benefit
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Many other industries benefit from the use of nylon bolts. Those industries include automotive specialty parts, computers and telecommunications, electronics, hydraulics, automobiles and heavy machinery, Marine and water sport vehicles, fitness equipment and the medical industry.
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