
Description
Overview
Square (verandah) nut to DIN 562 (thin square nut), mild steel, zinc plated, thread M3.
Sold per piece. Screwman code NSQ3H.
Description: NUTS SQUARE ZP M3
Lead time: approximately 2 working days.
Typical Uses
Square nuts are used in verandah and gutter fixings, channel and slot assemblies and anywhere a nut must be held from turning by a flat face.
Technical Drawing – DIN 562

Dimension symbols refer to the table below. Drawing source: Fabory data sheet 24769.
Dimensions – DIN 562 M3
| Standard | DIN 562 |
|---|---|
| Product | Square nut, thin (verandah nut) |
| Thread (d) | M3 x 0.5 |
| Thread pitch (P) | 0.5 mm |
| Width across flats (s) | 5.5 mm |
| Height (m) | 1.8 mm |
Material, Grade & Strength
| Material | Mild steel |
|---|
Finish & Corrosion Protection
Zinc plated: Electro-zinc plating with clear/blue passivation gives economical sacrificial corrosion protection for indoor and general use.
DIN 562 data sheet – all sizes
| Size | Pitch (P) | Across flats (s) | Height (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| M3 | 0.5 mm | 5.5 mm | 1.8 mm |
| M4 | 0.7 mm | 7 mm | 2.2 mm |
| M5 | 0.8 mm | 8 mm | 2.7 mm |
| M6 | 1 mm | 10 mm | 3.2 mm |
| M8 | 1.25 mm | 13 mm | 4 mm |
| M10 | 1.5 mm | 17 mm | 5 mm |
Nominal dimensions per DIN 562 (Fabory data sheet 24769). Values should be confirmed against the standard for critical applications.
Specifications
| Measurement Type | Metric |
|---|---|
| Thread Size | M3 |
| Thread Pitch | 0.5 mm |
| Diameter | M3 |
| Material | Mild Steel |
| Finish | Zinc Plated |
| Standards Met | DIN 562 |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Package Type | Piece |