The coupling nut joins two pieces of threaded rod., For industrial applications Hillman 25-Count 5/16-in Zinc-Plated Standard (SAE) 3-Prong Tee Nut in Industrial Nuts HILLMAN 881655 Coupling Nut, Regular, Coarse Long Nuts For Connecting Rod Manufacturers: Hillman Fasteners Brand Name: Hillman Fasteners WHPN: 112402 MPN: 180225 UPC: 008236073201 CPN: Rank: D UOM: EA Stock Min. Order Qty: Qty. Interval: Availability: Qty Price: Reg Price: Shelf Pack: Retail Price: Update Retail Pricing They are similar to hex nuts with extreme height measurements giving it length. HILLMAN 881655 Coupling Nut, Regular, Coarse Coupling Nuts are long nuts used to connect pieces of threaded rod or other male threaded fasteners.