Stuffing Nut (Noun)
Meaning
A nut used to tighten a stuffing box.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The mechanic carefully tightened the stuffing nut to prevent any further leaks in the system.
- A stuffing nut is used to secure the gland in place and maintain the seal.
- Loosening the stuffing nut allowed the mechanic to replace the worn-out gland packing.
- The stuffing nut should be tightened in a star pattern to ensure even pressure on the gland.
- After inspecting the gland, the mechanic tightened the stuffing nut to the recommended torque specification.