{"product_id":"5-16-short-spring-nut-aluminum","title":"5\/16\" Short Spring Nut - Aluminum","description":"\u003ch2\u003e5\/16\" Short Spring Nut - Aluminum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 5\/16\" aluminum short spring nut is a lightweight fastening option for shallow strut channel systems. Intended for 13\/16\" x 1\" deep strut channel, it uses spring tension and internal ridges to help keep the nut from sliding during installation. Aluminum construction offers natural corrosion resistance and is a good fit for weight-conscious builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAluminum 5\/16\" Short Spring Channel Nut for 13\/16\" x 1\" Deep Strut\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this nut for shallow channel connections where reduced weight and corrosion resistance are preferred, especially in interior frameworks and clean installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Shallow Strut Channel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for 13\/16\" x 1\" deep strut channel applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Aluminum Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces overall system weight compared to steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring and Ridge Hold:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring pressure and indented ridges help resist slipping during install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\/16\" Thread Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with common fasteners used in strut channel assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Support Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful where overall assembly weight matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secures interior accessories within shallow strut channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts lighter components in organized frameworks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion-Conscious Builds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable where aluminum hardware is preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Interior Projects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds threaded points in shallow channel without bulky hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerify Proper Seating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make sure the ridges engage inside the channel before tightening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Threads Carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-start fasteners to avoid cross-threading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Like-Metal Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with compatible hardware when possible for best performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRelated Items:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.uscargocontrol.com\/collections\/strut-channel\"\u003eStrut Channel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.uscargocontrol.com\/collections\/strut-channel-fittings\"\u003eStrut Channel Fittings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCalifornia Residents: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"\/pages\/prop-65\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWARNING\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"US Cargo Control","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44481851752493,"sku":"FS-5\/16SS-AL","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/2229\/9949\/files\/FS-1.2SS-EG-1600x1600-1_ad2c719f-a2bc-48b0-8869-839fcc0ae661.jpg?v=1768411793","url":"https:\/\/www.uscargocontrol.com\/products\/5-16-short-spring-nut-aluminum","provider":"US Cargo Control","version":"1.0","type":"link"}