So I purchased a Fox Kabolt 15mm Axle for my rigid 29er fork on my IP-256.  I didn't think I would have such a problem finding an aluminum nut 14x1.5. The nut that came with my 15mm axle from www.xmiplay.com doesn't fit. Does anyone have an idea were I can get an aluminum nut that is 14x1.5?

Thanks!!

https://www.fastenal.com/home

Fastenal would be where I would start.

Nothing close on that site. The steel ones weigh more than the axle

I cant believe I cant find one

It might be worth calling. They don't list everything they carry.

Not sure of who else.

You'll need to have one made.  I am very doubtful you will find one off-the-self.

I made my own a while back.  Any semi-competent machinist can knock a couple out for you.  But you'll probably end up paying $20-30. 

If you can't find a machinist, I can speak with my brother-in-law and see if he can help.

I found some titanium ones on ebay!! Not sure on the weight though. The aluminum nut on my ip265 is less than 8 grams. I am still happy to have something to try that is not steel (49grams).

I will still be looking for a aluminum nut but now I am not in such a rush.

Thanks for the idea Vipassana. My wife just quit as GM of a aerospace machine shop  . She has a lot of connections with shops that could do the work.  I just thought I would be able to find something easily, WRONG.

Titanium will be real close to lighter than aluminum. And alot stronger.

Quote from: nick_n_ii on October 11, 2015, 08:32:26 AM
Titanium will be real close to lighter than aluminum. And alot stronger.

Assuming comparable geometry of the nut, aluminum would be the lightest, with a density of 2.74 g/cm^3, titanium is 4.5 g/cm^3 - 66% heavier, and steel is 7.6 g/cm^3. Just make sure you don't get it made out of osmium, 22.57, or double that of lead!

Quote from: cmh on October 12, 2015, 06:35:40 PM

Quote from: nick_n_ii on October 11, 2015, 08:32:26 AM
Titanium will be real close to lighter than aluminum. And alot stronger.

Assuming comparable geometry of the nut, aluminum would be the lightest, with a density of 2.74 g/cm^3, titanium is 4.5 g/cm^3 - 66% heavier, and steel is 7.6 g/cm^3. Just make sure you don't get it made out of osmium, 22.57, or double that of lead!

Good to know! I found a steel nut at work and it was 10g more than the whole 15mm axle. I should have the titanium nut in a few days, I will weigh it and let you know. The aluminum nut that is on now is only 5 grams.

Quote from: cmh on October 12, 2015, 06:35:40 PM

Quote from: nick_n_ii on October 11, 2015, 08:32:26 AM
Titanium will be real close to lighter than aluminum. And alot stronger.

Assuming comparable geometry of the nut, aluminum would be the lightest, with a density of 2.74 g/cm^3, titanium is 4.5 g/cm^3 - 66% heavier, and steel is 7.6 g/cm^3. Just make sure you don't get it made out of osmium, 22.57, or double that of lead!

If you want a really light metal part, go with beryllium.  However, beryllium gives off toxic fumes when it is machined so stick with the aluminum.

Quote from: Carbon_Dude on October 17, 2015, 11:06:48 AM
If you want a really light metal part, go with beryllium.  However, beryllium gives off toxic fumes when it is machined so stick with the aluminum.

Considering that's such a large thread, you could probably get away from having the part machined in Delrin or a comparable high-strength plastic. ^_^