Molybdenum Lock Nuts
Molybdenum lock nuts possesses a very high melting point of 2620°C, a low coefficient of thermal expansion and a high level of thermal conductivity. Because molybdenum lock nuts have the ability to withstand extremely high temperatures without changing shape, expanding or softening significantly, they are ideal for high strength / high temperature applications that are shielded from oxygen. Exposing molybdenum lock nuts to oxygen above 600°C will cause them to readily oxidize.
As a result, molybdenum lock nuts find their way into high temperature vacuum furnaces, glass production, military and space applications where oxygen is not present.
When extreme high temperature stability & strength are required
Maintains strength at elevated temperatures
Low distortion at high temperature
Molybdenum must be used in vacuum or inert gas at high temperatures
Common molybenum grades and specs
Molybdenum datasheet
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Molybdenum Lock Nuts Types: Hex Nuts, Lock Nuts
Custom Availability
Diameter sizes: Standard #00 – 4” in diameter / Metric M1.2 – M100
Threads: UNC, UNF, UNJ, UNR, Rolled,Cut
Minimum Volume – Typically 10pcs, depending on size and stock
Custom to print
All Metal Flexloc Lock Nut | 
Polymer/Nylon Insert Lock Nut |
Can be used at high temperatures Distributes load evenly due to the fact that it is manufactured as one solid piece.Is THE most reliable all-metal self-locking nut. As it is all metal, it is best for high temperature or corrosive applications One of the only all-metal lock nuts that is certified to 15 cycles of prevailing torque – which is military standard.
| Overall the most reliable locknut, with the only limitation of application temperature Best for low temp applications, typically less than 350°F Various polymers inserts available (Nylon, Vespel, PVDF, etc.) for higher temp. or corrosive applications. Excellent reusability – can reliably be re-used 15 times Eliminates galling and cold-welding common with exotic alloys
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Additional Lock Nut Styles
Other all metal lock nuts available include the stover and elliptical styles. Though these styles are often a cheaper initial cost, they are less reliable than the flexloc style. As these styles delivering less prevailing torque cycles and often result in more failures, the flexloc style is a better investment for both reliability and cost savings.
Molybdenum Fastener Styles
| Molybdenum Screws | 12 Point Screws Button Head Cap Screws Flat Head Screws Hex Head Cap Screws Pan Head Screws Security Screws Set Screws Socket Head Cap Screws Vented Screws | • DIN 603 / ISO 8677 • DIN 912 / ISO 4762 • DIN 913 / ISO 4026 • DIN 914 / ISO 4027 • DIN 915 / ISO 4028 • DIN 916 / ISO 4029 • DIN 921 • DIN 931 / ISO 4014 • DIN 933 / ISO 4017 • DIN 961 / ISO 8676 • DIN 965 / ISO 7046 • DIN 966 / ISO 7047 • DIN 7991 / ISO 10642 • DIN 7380 / ISO 7380 • DIN 84 / ISO 1207 • DIN 85 / ISO 1580 • DIN 34822 • DIN 34821 • DIN 7504 / ISO 15480 • DIN 7984 • DIN 963 / ISO 2009 |
| Molybdenum Bolts | Hex Head Bolts Shoulder Bolts Wedge Anchor Bolts | • DIN 931
• DIN 933
• ISO 4014
• ISO 4017
• ISO 7370 |
| Molybdenum Nuts | Hex Nuts Lock Nut | • DIN 439 / ISO 4035
• DIN 934 / ISO 4032
• DIN 985 / ISO 7040
• DIN 986
• DIN 980 / ISO 7042 / ISO 19513
• DIN 6923 / ISO 4161 |
| Molybdenum Studs/Rod | Studs Threaded Rod Weld Studs | • DIN 975
• DIN 976 |
| Molybdenum Washers | Flat Washers Lock Washers | • DIN 125 / ISO 7089 / ISO 7090
• DIN 126 / ISO 7091
• DIN 127 / ISO 7090
• DIN 9021 / ISO 7093 |
| Molybdenum Hose Clamps | Medium Duty Hose Clamps |
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Molybdenum Screws
12 Point Screws | Molybdenum 12 point screws allow for higher torque to be applied than a socket head cap screw or head head bolt, however they are be less economical due to the complex head design. Available in 1/4" or larger sizes. | • IFI-115
• MIL SPEC
• DIN 34822
• DIN 34821 |
Button Head Cap Screws | Molybdenum button head screws offer a wide clamping area and low profile. They are best for fastening material that is too thin to counter bore. | • ASME B18.3
• ASME 18.3.4M
• DIN 7380 / ISO 7380 |
Flat Head Screws | Molybdenum flat head screws are most commonly offered in an 82° countersink angle, but can be customized to other angles from 60° -120° and are designed to be flush with the surface. Available in slotted and socket drivers. Phillips, 6-lobe, torx and tamperproof drivers in Molybdenum flat head screws can be made require special manufacturing. | • ASME B18.3
• ASME B18.3.6
• DIN 963 / ISO 2009
• DIN 965 / ISO 7046
• DIN 7991 / ISO 10642 |
Hex Head Cap Screws | Molybdenum hex head cap screws offer the added washer face to the bolt head which is lacking on a hex bolt and tighter dimensional tolerances. Ideal for a high clamping force applications with ease of access. Generally availabe in #2 - 1/2" sizes and metric sizes. | • ASME B18.6.3
• DIN 931 / ISO 4014
• DIN 933 / ISO 4017
• DIN 961 / ISO 8676 |
Pan Head Screws | Molybdenum pan head screws offer a rounded top are best used for small diameter faster needs. Offered in slotted and they are ideal for low torque applications. | • ASME B18.6.3
• DIN 7985
• DIN 921
• DIN 85 / ISO 1580
• DIN 84 / ISO 1207
(cheese head)
• DIN 966 / ISO 7047
(raised counter sunk) |
Security Screws | Unique driver designs offer these Molybdenum screws resistance to unwanted tampering or removal due to the fact that they cannot be removed using an ordinary driver. Molybdenum security screws are available in several different drive styles, as well as custom per print. |
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Set Screws | Molybdenum set screws are available in cup, cone, flat, dog and half-dog points. Set screws have no head and are equiped with a socket or slotted driver at one end. | • ASME B18.3
• DIN 913 / ISO 4026
• DIN 914 / ISO 4027
• DIN 915 / ISO 4028
• DIN 916 / ISO 4029 |
Socket Head Cap Screws | Molybdenum socket head cap screws are ideal for limited access situations where there is little clearance around the screws. They offer a safe, reliable and economic solution. | • ASMET B18.3
• DIN 912 / ISO 4762
• DIN 7984 |
 Vented Screws | Molybdenum vented screws are best for vacuum environments because the hole drilled through its axis (from head through threads) allow gases and other contaminents to vent. Molybdenum vented screws are available in any style. |
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Molybdenum Bolts
Hex Head Bolts | Molybdenum hex bolts are similar to hex head cap screws but without the added washer face. They are ideal for high clamping force applications with ease access. | • ASME B18.2.1
• DIN 931 / ISO 4014
• DIN 933 / ISO 4017 |
Shoulder Bolts | Molybdenum shoulder bolts are made up of a head, shoulder and threaded segment. The smooth shoulder section allows for rotating parts. Typically available with socket drivers. | • ASME
• DIN 7379 / ISO 7379
• ISO 7370 |
Wedge Anchor Bolts | Molybdenum wedge anchor bolts offer a safe secure fastening solution for attaching equipment and other materials to concrete in corrosive environments. |
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Molybdenum Nuts
Hex Nuts | Molybdenum hex nuts are available in a variety of styles including finished hex nuts, jam nuts and heavy hex nuts. | • ASME B18.16.3
• ASME B18.2.2
• DIN 439 / ISO 4035
• DIN 934 / ISO 4032
• DIN 986 |
Lock Nuts | Molybdenum lock nuts are available in all metal and polymer insert styles. All-metal lock provide even load distribution and can be used at high temperatures. Polymer insert styles are more economical and are best for temperatures under than 350°F. | • ASME B18.16.3M
• DIN 980 / ISO 7042 /
ISO 19513
• DIN 6923 / ISO 4161
• DIN 985 / ISO 10511 /
ISO 7040
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Common Molybdenum Fastener Grades
Molybdenum (Commercially Pure)
Because of its high melting point of 2620C and its good strength, pure molybdenum finds it niche in high temperature vacuum or inert environments without oxygen.
Molybdenum Specifications: ASTM B386, ASTM B387, Type 361
| Molybdenum(cp) | Mo |
| Typical% | 99.95 |
TZM - Titanium / Zirconium / Molybdenum Alloy
This alloyed version of molybdenum provides enhanced strenght at elevated temperatures and is excellent for support structures in vacuum furnaces or other high temperatuer and oxygen free environments.
TZM Specifications: UNS R03630, ASTM B384, ASTM B385, ASTM B386, ASTM B387
| Moly TZM Alloy | Mo | Ti | Zr |
| Typical% | Bal | 10.5 | 0.08 |
Vented Screws
