







The Pinball Nut, elegantly known in the industry as the Steel Ball Nut or Elastic Nut, stands out as a pivotal component in mechanical connections and assembly. This unique nut, characterized by its steel ball structure, is indispensable across a multitude of mechanical environments.
• Structural construction: The Pinball Nut is ingeniously crafted with a nut body, a steel ball, and a reset spring. The nut body, typically block-shaped, houses a central threaded hole allowing bolts to smoothly pass through. Ingenious holes on the sides or bottom accommodate the steel ball, which is placed within to ensure seamless functionality. The reset spring provides essential elastic support, ensuring the steel ball remains in perfect operational condition. Some variants, like marble nuts, feature two symmetrically placed steel ball holes at the bottom, with the steel balls elegantly peeking out under the spring's influence, enhancing the nut's functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Working principle: Experience unmatched fastening and positioning with the Pinball Nut. The synergy of friction between the steel ball and contact surfaces, combined with its elastic positioning, ensures unparalleled performance. When installed into grooves, such as those in aluminum profiles, the reset spring pushes the steel ball snugly against groove walls. This intimate contact harnesses significant friction, thwarting unwanted sliding and solidifying the nut's position. Additionally, in bolt-connection scenarios, the steel ball facilitates automatic nut positioning, even in intricate setups, allowing for rapid alignment with bolts and drastically boosting installation efficiency.
Material selection: The Pinball Nuts are constructed using premium materials like stainless steel, carbon steel, and other metals. Stainless steel varieties, with their supreme rust and corrosion resistance, are ideal for humid and corrosive surroundings, like in food processing or chemical machinery. Carbon steel offers a cost-effective, high-strength alternative for general mechanical manufacturing and construction. The steel balls themselves are crafted from highly durable metals, such as bearing steel, ensuring exceptional wear resistance and compressive strength for unwavering long-term performance.
Product advantages: Revel in the Pinball Nut's user-friendly installation, often achievable by hand without the need for specialized tools or expertise. Its superior positioning ensures the nut remains steadfastly in place post-installation, even on vertical or inclined surfaces. The nut's inherent seismic performance reduces the risk of loosening under vibrational conditions, maintaining the integrity of your connections.
Application scenario: The Pinball Nut is a staple in industrial aluminum profile frame construction, adeptly connecting profiles to form robust mechanical protective fences and automation equipment racks, among others. In electronics manufacturing, it precisely secures internal components, catering to the intricate needs of electronic assemblies. Additionally, its swift assembly and disassembly capabilities make it a popular choice for display stands and experimental devices, further showcasing its versatile, unique advantages.