S-97511A210 5/8"-11 EHEDG Certified, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 Cap Nuts

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Enhanced food safety compliance with EHEDG certification and FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 standards, ensuring suitability for rigorous sanitary environments
• Superior corrosion resistance thanks to 316 stainless steel construction, providing long-lasting performance in demanding industrial settings
• Reliable detection capabilities with both metal and X-ray detectable properties, minimizing contamination risks in food processing lines
• Optimized sealing performance through integrated silicone rubber seal, preventing fluid ingress and maintaining hygiene standards
• Easy installation and maintenance with external hex drive and coarse UNC threading, reducing assembly time and tool requirements
• Smooth surface finish at 32 microinch, facilitating easy cleaning and preventing bacterial accumulation in sanitary applications
• Environmental regulation compliance with RoHS 3 standards, ensuring safe use across global markets

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

This 316 stainless steel cap nut delivers critical engineering solutions for food industry and sanitary applications where contamination control is paramount. The metal detectable and X-ray detectable properties address one of the most significant challenges in food processing - foreign object detection. Combined with the EHEDG certified design and 32 microinch surface smoothness, this fastener prevents microbial harborage points while supporting HACCP protocols. The low profile cap nut configuration with silicone rubber seal creates reliable protection against liquid penetration, while the coarse UNC thread ensures secure fastening in high-vibration environments common to processing equipment.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This 5/8"-11 UNC thread cap nut maintains standard Class 2A dimensional tolerances with right-hand thread direction. The component meets EHEDG certification for hygienic design, complies with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 for food contact applications, and adheres to RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) environmental directives. Physical dimensions include 15/16" width across flats and 43/64" height with 7/16" thread depth, providing optimal engagement for secure fastening in industrial equipment.