Flat Square Nuts (DIN 562) – Marine Stainless Steel A4 (SUS316)
FULLERKREG DIN 562 thin pattern square nuts in marine-grade stainless steel A4 (SUS316) offer superior corrosion resistance compared to standard A2 grade, making them the preferred choice for marine, offshore, chemical, and harsh outdoor environments. The four-sided geometry provides a larger bearing surface than hexagonal nuts, enabling higher clamping torque and superior resistance to loosening. The reduced thickness compared to DIN 557 counterparts makes them ideal for space-constrained assemblies. All products are pickled and passivated for maximum surface protection.
Product Specifications
| Standard |
Type |
Material |
Grade |
Surface Treatment |
Thread |
RoHS |
| DIN 562 |
Thin Square Nut (Flat Pattern) |
Stainless Steel |
A4 / SUS316 |
Pickled & Passivated |
Metric (M2–M10) |
Compliant |
Dimensional Data
All dimensions in millimeters (mm). Weight per 1000 pcs in kg. Unit weight (g/pc) calculated from standard data.
| Thread (D) |
Width Across Flats (S) mm |
Width Across Corners (E) mm |
Thickness (M) mm |
Weight / 1000 pcs (kg) |
Unit Weight (g/pc) |
| M2 |
4 |
5.2 |
1.2 |
0.13 |
0.13 |
| M2.5 |
5 |
6.3 |
1.6 |
0.27 |
0.27 |
| M3 |
5.5 |
7 |
1.8 |
0.35 |
0.35 |
| M4 |
7 |
8.9 |
2.2 |
0.64 |
0.64 |
| M5 |
8 |
10.2 |
2.7 |
1.06 |
1.06 |
| M6 |
10 |
12.7 |
3.2 |
1.93 |
1.93 |
| M8 |
13 |
16.5 |
4 |
4.01 |
4.01 |
| M10 |
17 |
21.6 |
5 |
8.80 |
8.80 |
Note: A4 (SUS316) density is approximately 8% higher than A2 (SUS304). Weights above are based on DIN 562 standard reference data; actual weights may vary slightly by batch.
A4 vs A2 – Why Choose Marine Grade?
| Property |
A2 / SUS304 |
A4 / SUS316 |
| Chromium Content |
18% |
16–18% |
| Molybdenum Content |
None |
2–3% |
| Chloride Resistance |
Moderate |
Excellent |
| Marine / Saltwater Use |
Not recommended |
✅ Recommended |
| Chemical Resistance |
Good |
Superior |
| Pitting Corrosion Resistance |
Standard |
Enhanced (Mo addition) |
Selection Guide
| Application Scenario |
Recommended Size |
Reason |
| Marine & offshore structures |
M5 – M10 |
A4 SUS316 resists saltwater chloride attack |
| Chemical processing equipment |
M4 – M10 |
Molybdenum addition enhances acid resistance |
| Coastal outdoor installations |
M4 – M8 |
Superior pitting resistance in humid salt air |
| Food & pharmaceutical machinery |
M3 – M8 |
SUS316 meets hygienic material standards |
| PCB / electronics in harsh environments |
M2 – M3 |
Non-magnetic, compact, corrosion-resistant |
| Swimming pool & water treatment |
M5 – M10 |
Chlorinated water resistance superior to A2 |
Standard Reference
DIN 562 specifies thin pattern square nuts with metric threads, issued by the Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN). The standard remains widely used in Germany, Europe, and globally for applications where no direct ISO equivalent exists or where legacy compatibility is required. FULLERKREG manufactures these nuts in A4 / SUS316 marine stainless steel with strict conformance to DIN 562 dimensional tolerances, pickled and passivated to maximize corrosion protection.
Product Gallery
DIN 562 A4 Marine Stainless Steel Thin Square Nuts – actual product photos
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Why Choose FULLERKREG?
🏭 Direct Manufacturer – Factory-direct pricing with full dimensional traceability
📐 DIN Precision – Strict conformance to DIN 562 tolerances, verified by incoming QC
🌊 True Marine Grade A4 – SUS316 with molybdenum for superior chloride and saltwater resistance
✅ RoHS Compliant – All products meet EU RoHS environmental directives
📦 Bulk Wholesale Ready – MOQ flexible, available in reels, bags, or bulk cartons
🌍 Global Shipping – Reliable export logistics to Europe, North America, Southeast Asia
💬 Technical Support – Engineering team available for specification and substitution queries