A cage nut is a square nut housed in a spring steel cage, commonly used to mount equipment into server racks, AV enclosures, and network cabinets. It allows secure and adjustable fastening in square rack holes.
- Nut Type: M6 or M5 square nut in spring cage
- Material: Zinc-plated steel or stainless steel
- Fitment: Fits standard 19-inch rack rails with square holes
- Tool Requirement: Typically installed with a cage nut tool or a flathead screwdriver
- Application: Used for mounting servers, switches, shelves, and other rack-mounted gear
- Advantages: Allows for easy repositioning and provides a strong, vibration-resistant hold
- Includes: Nut, cage clip, and often a matching screw (varies by pack)
