Dome Nut – Safe, Stylish & Corrosion-Resistant Fastening Dome Nuts, also known as Cap Nuts or Acorn Nuts, are hexagonal nuts with a rounded, closed-end dome that covers the exposed bolt thread. They are used to enhance safety, protect threads from damage, and improve the overall appearance of assemblies. Manufactured from high-quality stainless steel, carbon steel, or brass, dome nuts offer excellent strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. Stainless steel dome nuts (SS 304 / SS 316) are especially suitable for outdoor, marine, food processing, and decorative applications.