DICTIONARY OF AUTOMOTIVE TERMS - "Ny"

Nyloc nut
A self-locking nut with nylon insert. Also called nylon lock nut
Nylon
A synthetic fiber which is stronger than vinyl. It can be used in sheet, fiber, or solid form.
Nylon fastener
A non-magnetic, non-metallic securing device made of a material that has a low dielectric constant and relatively high tensile strength, enabling it to resist high voltage at commercial frequencies. It can also operate at continuous temperatures as high as 121°C. Any temperatures above has an effect to oxidize material. Electric and electronic equipment manufacturers are finding many corrosion-resistant applications for this type of fastener.
Nylon hammer
A soft face hammer with a nylon face
Nylon lock nut
A self-locking nut with nylon insert. Also called nyloc nut
Nylon ties