Cross Dowel Barrel Nuts

Our Cross Dowel Barrel Nuts also known as B Nuts are manufactured from high quality zinc plated steel to provide excellent strength and resistance to wear and weathering. They are commonly used to create strong right-angle joints through timber panels and furniture beams such as bed frames or cabinets. Each nut features a centred threaded hole and a cross slot that allows the dowel to be aligned and tightened without removal making assembly simple and reliable.

We stock these nuts in a wide variety of thread options including popular choices such as M6 barrel nut M8 nut M10 nut and M12 nut size ensuring that you can select the correct fit for your project. This makes them suitable for everything from light domestic furniture through to larger heavy-duty applications where strength and stability are essential.

Key Product Features

• Zinc plated steel construction for strength and corrosion resistance
• Cross dowel head with screwdriver slot for easy alignment during fitting
• Threaded centre hole for use with machine screws or connector bolts
• Provides strong long-lasting connections in wood and composite panels
• Reusable mechanical fixing that can be adjusted or tightened when required

Commonly Used For

• As threaded nuts to connect two pieces of furniture securely
• As reinforcing nuts to increase the strength of a right-angle joint
• Assembly of bed frames wardrobes cabinets and shelving units
• Flat-pack furniture where a strong but adjustable joint is needed

FAQs

How do you use cross dowel nuts?

To use a cross dowel nut drill a hole through the first panel for the connector bolt then drill a cross hole in the second panel to house the dowel. Insert the barrel nut into the cross hole and align its threaded centre with the bolt hole using a screwdriver in the slot. Insert the connector bolt through the first panel and tighten it into the barrel nut until the joint is secure. The slot makes it easy to keep the dowel aligned during tightening ensuring a strong and stable connection.

Do all cross dowels have the same thread?

No. Cross dowels are available in different internal thread sizes the most common being M6 barrel nuts and M8. Other sizes such as M10 nut and M12 nut size are also used depending on the furniture design and load requirements. It is important to match the thread of the cross dowel to the connector bolt being used as mixing sizes will prevent proper fastening and reduce strength. Always check the thread size before purchase to ensure compatibility with your furniture assembly requirements.

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