{"title":"Security Nuts \u0026 Clips","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSecurity Nut + Clip Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity nuts + tamper clips — PERMANENT fastening + removal-prevention for public installations + signage + electrical + plumbing fixtures + asset protection. Once installed, NOT removable with standard tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSecurity Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShear (Break-Off) Nut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent — head shears off at torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Way Nut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstall only — removal-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTamper-Resistant Drive Nut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequires special driver socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaptive Locking Nut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVibration + tampering resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Tamper Seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvidence-of-tampering for asset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCap Nut Cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConceal standard nut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless \/ Galvanised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutdoor + corrosion-prone install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shear nuts INSTALL-ONCE — head breaks off at specified torque. Plan REMOVAL if needed for service (drill + extract). Match to security screw partner. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-fasteners\"\u003esecurity fasteners\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-screws\"\u003esecurity screws\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/nuts\"\u003enuts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/fasteners\"\u003efasteners\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSecurity Nuts and Clips for Tamper-Resistant Australian Installations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity nuts and clips secure threaded fasteners against unauthorised removal — the partner components to security bolts and screws on public infrastructure, electrical equipment, and tamper-resistant assemblies. Where standard nuts allow removal with a basic wrench, security nuts use geometry, breakaway features, or one-way mechanics to defeat standard tools. AIMS Industrial supplies security nuts and clips for trade and industrial customers across Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe security nut and clip types we stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-way security nuts (Tri-Groove and similar)\u003c\/strong\u003e — geometric profile that allows tightening but not loosening with standard tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreakaway nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed with a shear point that breaks off at calibrated torque, leaving an undrivable hex base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWedge-style security nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e — internal wedge engages the bolt thread to resist loosening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTamper-proof acorn nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e — domed cover prevents access to the thread end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecurity retaining clips\u003c\/strong\u003e — formed clips that secure threaded fasteners and pins against removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed nuts (for tamper-evident applications)\u003c\/strong\u003e — see also \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/speed-nuts\"\u003espeed nuts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere security nuts and clips earn their place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublic-area fastenings\u003c\/strong\u003e — bus shelters, signs, street furniture where the fastener side is accessible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical and instrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — terminal fastenings in public-access enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding services\u003c\/strong\u003e — access panel fastenings, exposed bolted joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle and rolling stock\u003c\/strong\u003e — exterior fastenings exposed to vandalism risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublic seating and fixtures\u003c\/strong\u003e — bolt-and-nut fastenings on public-area furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow one-way security nuts work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-way security nuts (Tri-Groove pattern is the established standard) have an asymmetric external profile — three angled grooves that engage with a matching driver tool when tightening clockwise but slip when loosening counter-clockwise. Standard wrenches can't grip the asymmetric profile to apply removal torque. The matching driver tool is held by authorised service technicians and unavailable through general trade channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBreakaway nuts — when removal is intended to be difficult\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreakaway nuts have a shear point built into the body — typically a hex driving section above a smooth-sided body. Tightened with a standard wrench, the hex shears off at the calibrated torque, leaving the smooth body in place. The smooth body cannot be gripped by standard wrenches, so removal requires drilling, grinding, or specialist extraction tools. Used where the fastener is intended to be a one-time installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials and finishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel zinc-plated\u003c\/strong\u003e — indoor and protected applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel 304 and 316\u003c\/strong\u003e — outdoor and corrosive environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot-dip galvanised\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavy-duty outdoor applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity nuts come in metric and imperial sizes matching standard threaded fasteners. Common sizes range from M6 through M20 for general application, with larger sizes for structural and infrastructure use. Match the security nut to the bolt thread size and material grade as you would standard nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrands stocked at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobson and Bremick cover the security nut range across the standard profiles, sizes, and materials. For specialty profiles or large-volume installation work, additional sources through our distribution channels can supply specific patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion ranges at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity nuts and clips sit alongside our broader security fastener range — see \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-fasteners\"\u003esecurity fasteners\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-screws\"\u003esecurity screws\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-bits\"\u003esecurity bits\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/safety-washers\"\u003esafety washers\u003c\/a\u003e for the related products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help speccing security nuts and clips for a specific application or matching tooling for installation? \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll work through the security level and installation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"security-mesh-clip-hot-dip-galvanised-box-of-300","title":"Security Mesh Clip Hot Dip Galvanised  - Box of 300","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003ePurpose-built solution for the rated trade or engineering application\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eEngineering-grade construction with corrosion-rated finish\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eCompatible with standard installation tools for fast trade service\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eSecurity Mesh Clip Hot Dip Galvanised cover the gap between common bolted joints and purpose-built assemblies. Linch pins, self-tappers, hex bolts and hinges in the Hobson range deliver engineering-grade construction for trade and industrial customers. Stocked at AIMS Industrial nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hobson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49293824557333,"sku":"A0139364","price":122.17,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/security-mesh-clip-hot-dip-galvanised-box-of-300-2136705.jpg?v=1781514669"},{"product_id":"hansa-ln200-nite-stalker-anti-theft-nut-imperial","title":"Hansa LN200 Nite Stalker Anti-Theft Nut - Imperial","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003ePuts a range of fastener sizes in one organised box for fast service work\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eManufactured by Champion Fasteners to recognised commercial and engineering standards\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eCompatible with standard metric and imperial fastening across automotive, plumbing and trade service\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eEngineered for fast service work, Hansa Nite Stalker Anti-Theft Nut Imperial puts a range of common fastener sizes in one organised box for automotive, plumbing, mechanical and general trade tasks. Champion supplies the box and the sizes most likely to be needed in daily service work. Part of the Champion Fasteners range stocked at AIMS Industrial for trade, automotive and workshop customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hansa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49300568539413,"sku":"A0167397","price":23.71,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/hansa-ln200-nite-stalker-anti-theft-nut-imperial-3164866.jpg?v=1781505190"},{"product_id":"hansa-ln300-roo-lite-anti-theft-nuts-set-metric","title":"Hansa LN300 Roo Lite Anti-Theft Nuts (Set) - Metric","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003ePuts a range of fastener sizes in one organised box for fast service work\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eManufactured by Champion Fasteners to recognised commercial and engineering standards\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eCompatible with standard metric and imperial fastening across automotive, plumbing and trade service\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eHansa Roo Lite Anti-Theft Nuts Metric save trade time by putting the right sizes in one box. Used by mechanics, plumbers, fabricators and workshop teams who need fast access to a curated range of fasteners. Part of the Champion range stocked at AIMS Industrial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hansa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49300568637717,"sku":"A0167398","price":27.67,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/hansa-ln300-roo-lite-anti-theft-nuts-set-metric-6028338.jpg?v=1781505191"},{"product_id":"security-shrear-nut-stainless-steel","title":"Security Shrear Nut - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:8px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:16px;padding:8px 0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 8px;display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#222;line-height:1.4;flex:0 0 auto\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;line-height:1.4\"\u003eStainless steel build for long working life\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 8px;display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#222;line-height:1.4;flex:0 0 auto\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;line-height:1.4\"\u003eFull size range across the group\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 8px;display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#222;line-height:1.4;flex:0 0 auto\"\u003e▲\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;line-height:1.4\"\u003eHex break-off head, anti-tamper once installed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:16px\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333;margin:0\"\u003eStainless steel construction gives this security screw reliable corrosion resistance for trade and industrial use. Hex section snaps off at the correct torque, leaving a smooth tamper-resistant nut, this hex nut is used for anti-vandal fixings on signage and public hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Inox World","offers":[{"title":"M6","offer_id":49336741757205,"sku":"A0157865","price":31.15,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M8","offer_id":49336741789973,"sku":"A0157866","price":60.84,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M10","offer_id":49336741822741,"sku":"A0157867","price":112.1,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M12","offer_id":49336741855509,"sku":"A0157868","price":149.22,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/security-shrear-nut-stainless-steel-6905949.jpg?v=1776150024"},{"product_id":"metric-shear-nut-class-5-hot-dip-galvanised","title":"Metric Shear Nut Class 5 Hot Dip Galvanised","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003ePurpose-built solution for the rated trade or engineering application\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eEngineering-grade construction with corrosion-rated finish\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eCompatible with standard installation tools for fast trade service\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eMetric Shear Nut Class 5 Hot Dip Galvanised cover the gap between common bolted joints and purpose-built assemblies. Linch pins, self-tappers, hex bolts and hinges in the Hobson range deliver engineering-grade construction for trade and industrial customers. Stocked at AIMS Industrial nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hobson","offers":[{"title":"M8","offer_id":49407699648789,"sku":"A0140605","price":71.68,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M8-NS05GCM08AF17","offer_id":49407699681557,"sku":"A0140606","price":107.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M8-XPNS05GCM08AF17","offer_id":49407699714325,"sku":"A0140608","price":788.26,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M10","offer_id":49407699747093,"sku":"A0140609","price":161.26,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M12","offer_id":49407699779861,"sku":"A0140610","price":215.01,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M16","offer_id":49407699812629,"sku":"A0140611","price":322.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M20","offer_id":49407699845397,"sku":"A0140612","price":627.09,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/metric-shear-nut-class-5-hot-dip-galvanised-3794434.jpg?v=1773124044"}],"url":"https:\/\/aimsindustrial.com.au\/en-nz\/collections\/security-nuts-clips.oembed","provider":"AIMS Industrial Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}