A T-slot nut is used with a threaded clamp to position and secure pieces being worked on in a workshop. The T-slot nut slides along a T-slot track, which is set in workbench or table for a router, drill press, or bandsaw. T-slot nuts are also used with T-slot structural framing to build a variety of industrial structures and machines.
A T-slot bolt is generally stronger than a T-slot nut and hex-head cap screw.[1]
A plot story. A heavy-duty T-slot nut with a M12 bolt is rated to support 10000 N (about 1 imperial ton).[2]
Choose from our selection of T-slots, including T-slotted framing rails, T-slotted framing structural brackets, and more. In stock and ready to ship. These plates have three T-slots for use with T-slot nuts, bolts, and setup studs. There is a slot along each side of the plate for mounting with clamps. Aluminum plates are lightweight and have mild corrosion resistance. Iron plates are heavy duty for long term use. For technical drawings and 3.
Standard T Slot Dimensions
Profile 40×40 (40 mm by 40 mm, with 8 mm grooves) extruded aluminum profile[clarify] and the T-slot nuts to fit into them comprised the first modular system developed for use in mechanical engineering in 1980 by item Industrietechnik.[3] The item aluminum framing system has since been expanded to include a variety of t-slot nuts that have been designed for specific applications.
The item system is very similar to the 'channel-and-groove design' used in some toys.
CAD model of a rotating T-nut used with aluminum T-slots/ T-track/ extrusions
Magic vegas slots. T-nut (red) installed in a T-Slot
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- Erik Oberg et al. 'T-Bolts, slots, nuts and tongues' (2008). Machinery's Handbook, 28th ed. New York: Industrial Press. p. 1632–1634.
Further reading[edit]
- ^David Alkire Smith.'Quick Die Change'.2005.p. 106.
- ^item Industrietechnik GmbH.'T-Slot Nut 12 St M12, heavy-duty'.
- ^item Industrietechnik GmbH.'timeline: 1980'.
Choose from our selection of T-slots, including T-slotted framing rails, T-slotted framing structural brackets, and more. Thread Size; 6-32: 10-32: No. Router bit item #50-002 is perfect for standard ¼'-20 hex bolts. All bits have double flutes and ½' shank. NOTE: We recommend using a straight router bit for routing a groove to remove some of the waste before using the T-slot router bit. The diameter of the straight bit should be slightly less than the small diameter of the T-slot router bit.
- ANSI/ASME B5.1M-1985 (R1998) standard, 'T-Slots: Their Bolts, Nuts, and Tongues.' [1]
Standard T Slot Dimensions
Profile 40×40 (40 mm by 40 mm, with 8 mm grooves) extruded aluminum profile[clarify] and the T-slot nuts to fit into them comprised the first modular system developed for use in mechanical engineering in 1980 by item Industrietechnik.[3] The item aluminum framing system has since been expanded to include a variety of t-slot nuts that have been designed for specific applications.
The item system is very similar to the 'channel-and-groove design' used in some toys.
CAD model of a rotating T-nut used with aluminum T-slots/ T-track/ extrusions
Magic vegas slots. T-nut (red) installed in a T-Slot
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- Erik Oberg et al. 'T-Bolts, slots, nuts and tongues' (2008). Machinery's Handbook, 28th ed. New York: Industrial Press. p. 1632–1634.
Further reading[edit]
- ^David Alkire Smith.'Quick Die Change'.2005.p. 106.
- ^item Industrietechnik GmbH.'T-Slot Nut 12 St M12, heavy-duty'.
- ^item Industrietechnik GmbH.'timeline: 1980'.
Choose from our selection of T-slots, including T-slotted framing rails, T-slotted framing structural brackets, and more. Thread Size; 6-32: 10-32: No. Router bit item #50-002 is perfect for standard ¼'-20 hex bolts. All bits have double flutes and ½' shank. NOTE: We recommend using a straight router bit for routing a groove to remove some of the waste before using the T-slot router bit. The diameter of the straight bit should be slightly less than the small diameter of the T-slot router bit.
- ANSI/ASME B5.1M-1985 (R1998) standard, 'T-Slots: Their Bolts, Nuts, and Tongues.' [1]