acorn nut

Domed covering fastener

An acorn nut is a type of cap nut shaped like an acorn, with a domed top that covers the end of a bolt or threaded rod.

The closed dome provides a finished appearance and protects the threads from damage or corrosion: The handrail was secured with decorative brass acorn nuts.

Related

fastening · nutcracker · chrome plating · securing · joining · locknut · brass · tightening · washer · corrosion resistance · hexagon · stainless steel · machine screws · polished finish · squirrel · carriage bolt · decorative hardware · rivet

Opposites
nut shape/style

acorn nuthex nut

Six-sided threaded fastener

wing nut · T-nut · lock nut

Family

acorn, nut, acorns, nuts, nutty, nuttier, nuttiest, nutlike, nutshell

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G