Square Weld Nuts (DIN 928) – 10B21 Medium-Strength Alloy Steel, ISO Class 8, Bare Finish
FULLERKREG DIN 928 square weld nuts in 10B21 boron alloy steel at ISO class 8 strength offer significantly higher proof load and tensile strength than standard class 4 low carbon steel variants, making them the preferred choice for high-load structural assemblies, heavy equipment, and safety-critical sheet metal joints. The 10B21 boron-treated alloy steel delivers excellent hardenability and consistent mechanical properties after heat treatment, while maintaining good weldability for resistance projection welding. The bare (uncoated) finish ensures optimal electrical conductivity during welding and maximum adhesion for subsequent e-coat, powder coat, or paint processes. Four precision weld projections on the bearing face concentrate heat for consistent, high-strength weld joints. The square body provides excellent anti-rotation resistance in the parent material.
Product Specifications
| Standard |
Type |
Material |
Grade |
Surface Treatment |
Thread |
RoHS |
| DIN 928 |
Square Weld Nut (Projection Welding) |
10B21 Boron Alloy Steel |
ISO Class 8 |
Bare / Plain (Uncoated) |
Metric (M3–M12) |
Compliant |
Dimensional Data
All dimensions in millimeters (mm). Weight per 1000 pcs in kg. Unit weight (g/pc) calculated from standard data. Refer to diagram: A = body width across flats, C = body thickness, D = thread diameter, H = projection height, E = projection diameter, F = projection pitch circle diameter.
| Thread (D) |
Body Width (A) mm |
Body Thickness (C) mm |
Projection Height (H) mm |
Projection Ø (E) mm |
Proj. PCD (F) mm |
Weight / 1000 pcs (kg) |
Unit Weight (g/pc) |
| M3 |
9 |
3 |
0.8 |
1.5 |
5.5 |
1.38 |
1.38 |
| M4 |
11 |
3.5 |
0.9 |
1.8 |
7 |
2.57 |
2.57 |
| M5 |
13 |
4 |
1.0 |
2.0 |
8.5 |
4.15 |
4.15 |
| M6 |
16 |
4.5 |
1.1 |
2.3 |
10.5 |
7.21 |
7.21 |
| M8 |
20 |
5 |
1.2 |
2.8 |
13.5 |
14.33 |
14.33 |
| M10 |
25 |
6 |
1.4 |
3.2 |
17 |
27.68 |
27.68 |
| M12 |
30 |
7 |
1.6 |
3.8 |
20.5 |
49.42 |
49.42 |
Note: Dimensional data per DIN 928 standard. Weights based on 10B21 alloy steel density (7.85 g/cm³). Actual weights may vary slightly by batch.
Mechanical Properties – ISO Class 8 / 10B21
| Property |
Value |
Standard |
| Material |
10B21 Boron Alloy Steel |
SAE J403 / GB/T 6478 |
| Proof Load Stress |
800 MPa |
ISO 898-2 |
| Tensile Strength (min) |
800 MPa |
ISO 898-2 |
| Hardness (min) |
250 HV |
ISO 898-2 |
| Hardness (max) |
353 HV |
ISO 898-2 |
| Carbon Content |
0.18–0.23% |
SAE J403 |
| Boron Content |
0.0005–0.003% |
SAE J403 |
| Surface Finish |
Bare / Plain (no coating) |
– |
| Weldability |
Good – boron addition improves hardenability without sacrificing weldability |
– |
Class 8 vs Class 4 – Strength Comparison
| Property |
ISO Class 4 (Q195) |
ISO Class 8 (10B21) |
| Proof Load Stress |
310 MPa |
800 MPa |
| Tensile Strength |
≈400 MPa |
≥800 MPa |
| Hardness |
130–302 HV |
250–353 HV |
| Material |
Q195 Low Carbon Steel |
10B21 Boron Alloy Steel |
| Heat Treatment |
None |
Quench & Temper |
| Typical Use |
Light general assembly |
High-load structural & safety-critical joints |
About 10B21 Boron Alloy Steel
10B21 is a boron-treated medium carbon alloy steel widely used in high-strength fastener manufacturing. The addition of boron (0.0005–0.003%) dramatically improves hardenability — allowing the steel to achieve class 8 strength through quench and temper heat treatment while maintaining a relatively low carbon content. This results in:
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High strength-to-weight ratio – Class 8 proof load at compact weld nut geometry
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Good weldability – Lower carbon equivalent than conventional medium carbon steels
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Consistent hardenability – Boron ensures uniform through-hardening across production batches
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Cost efficiency – Achieves alloy steel performance at near-carbon-steel material cost
Welding Guide
| Parameter |
Guidance |
| Welding Method |
Resistance projection welding (spot welding machine) |
| Parent Material |
Mild steel, high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) sheet (1.0–4.0 mm) |
| Projection Function |
4 projections concentrate current for consistent high-strength weld nugget |
| Electrode Force |
Higher force recommended vs class 4; adjust per sheet thickness and nut size |
| Post-weld Treatment |
Apply e-coat, powder coat, or paint promptly; bare steel will surface-rust if exposed to moisture |
| Thread Protection |
Use thread protector plug during welding and coating to keep thread clean |
| Heat-affected Zone |
Class 8 HAZ may show localized softening; design joint to minimize HAZ stress concentration |
| Storage |
Store in dry conditions; bare finish will surface-rust if exposed to moisture before assembly |
Selection Guide
| Application Scenario |
Recommended Size |
Reason |
| Automotive structural body panels |
M6 – M10 |
High pull-out strength for safety-critical joints; BIW before paint shop |
| Heavy equipment & machinery frames |
M8 – M12 |
Class 8 proof load handles high dynamic and static loads |
| Agricultural & construction equipment |
M6 – M12 |
High-strength weld nut for thick structural sheet metal |
| Commercial vehicle body fabrication |
M6 – M12 |
Superior joint strength vs class 4 for load-bearing panels |
| Industrial enclosures under vibration |
M5 – M8 |
Higher proof load resists loosening under vibration fatigue |
| Steel furniture & racking systems |
M5 – M10 |
Class 8 for high load-rated shelving and structural joints |
Standard Reference
DIN 928 specifies square weld nuts with metric threads and four weld projections, issued by the Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN). The standard defines body dimensions, projection geometry, and thread tolerances for resistance welding applications. FULLERKREG manufactures these class 8 weld nuts in 10B21 boron alloy steel with strict conformance to DIN 928 dimensional tolerances. The bare finish is specified for assemblies where post-weld surface coating is applied as part of the production process.
Product Gallery
DIN 928 Class 8 10B21 Alloy Steel Bare Square Weld 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 928 tolerances, projection geometry verified by QC
💪 ISO Class 8 Strength – 800 MPa proof load for high-load structural and safety-critical joints
⚡ Weld-Ready Projections – 4 precision projections ensure consistent resistance weld quality
🔬 10B21 Boron Alloy – Superior hardenability and strength-to-weight ratio vs plain carbon steel
🎨 Bare Finish – Optimal for post-weld e-coat, powder coat, or paint processes
✅ RoHS Compliant – All products meet EU RoHS environmental directives
📦 Bulk Wholesale Ready – MOQ flexible, available in bags, boxes, or bulk cartons
🌍 Global Shipping – Reliable export logistics to Europe, North America, Southeast Asia
💬 Technical Support – Engineering team available for welding parameters and substitution queries