Nut Plates

The nut plate was invented in 1960's to facilitate a quick means for mounting electrical connectors and other components in confined areas of panels and bulkheads. Working in such tight areas led to dropped parts and long installation times. The nut plate eliminates loose nuts and washers thus saving installation time. With one screw started from the outside of the panel, the other three nuts in the plate automatically self align with the mounting holes. The nut plate mounts from the blind side of the panel, eliminating the need for wrenches or nut drivers, thereby allowing for closer positioning of the connectors in the design.

The self-locking nuts are pressed into the nut plate, eliminating the problem of dropping or losing hardware behind panels and cable harnesses during installation. When installed on a cable assembly, the nut plate becomes a captive part eliminating loose pieces, adding stability, and saving valuable time!

The M85528/1, /2, and /3 specifications have been cancelled and superseded by the SAE- AS85049/94, /95, /96 (M85049/94, /95, /96) specifications, respectively.

All  M85049 parts will be additionally certified to the respective M85528 parts.

NUT PLATE TYPES

Nut plates can be mounted on the flange side of the connector or on side of panel opposite the connector flange.

Complete or Standard Nut Plates

The Complete nut plate is installed prior to the wire bundle being assembled with the connector.

"C" TYPE NUT PLATE

The "C" type Nut Plate can be used either before or after the Wire bundle has been assembled with the connector. It Does not contain the fourth wall as the complet or standard nut plate does. The "C" type Nut Plate can also be used in replacement or re-work applications; installed over the wire bundle without having to remove the connector.

"CX" TYPE NUT PLATE

The "CX" type Nut Plate can be used in the same application as "C" type. The "CX" type is designed to be used in applications with minimal space in hard to reach areas.