--- product_id: 148087444 title: "PT-5042-00: Black 42mm Pre-Slotted Guitar Nut Self-Lubricating – TUSQ XL Nuts Replacement for Fender Style, Flat Bottom Strat 6 String Electric Guitar" brand: "graphtech" price: "136.42 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true category: "Graph Tech" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/148087444-pt-5042-00-black-42mm-pre-slotted-guitar-nut-self store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Pre-slotted for quick install 42mm precision fit Self-lubricating TUSQ XL PT-5042-00: Black 42mm Pre-Slotted Guitar Nut Self-Lubricating – TUSQ XL Nuts Replacement for Fender Style, Flat Bottom Strat 6 String Electric Guitar **Brand:** graphtech **Price:** 136.42 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Upgrade your Strat’s soul with precision and tone that won’t quit! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PT-5042-00: Black 42mm Pre-Slotted Guitar Nut Self-Lubricating – TUSQ XL Nuts Replacement for Fender Style, Flat Bottom Strat 6 String Electric Guitar by graphtech - **How much does it cost?** 136.42 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/148087444-pt-5042-00-black-42mm-pre-slotted-guitar-nut-self) ## Best For - graphtech enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted graphtech brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Perfect Precision Fit:** 42mm length with extra material for custom sanding ensures flawless Fender Strat compatibility. - • **Effortless Installation:** Pre-slotted design means you’re stage-ready faster—no hassle, just plug and play. - • **Tuning Stability Mastery:** Self-lubricating TUSQ XL material reduces string friction, locking in your perfect pitch. - • **Tone & Harmonics Amplified:** Engineered to boost harmonic richness and sustain, unlocking your guitar’s hidden voice. - • **Eco-Conscious Craftsmanship:** Made from environmentally friendly materials without compromising pro-level performance. ## Overview The Graph Tech PT-5042-00 is a 42mm black TUSQ XL pre-slotted guitar nut designed for Fender Strat-style 6-string electric guitars. It features a flat bottom for easy installation, self-lubricating material to reduce string friction and improve tuning stability, and enhances tone by increasing harmonic content and sustain. Slightly oversized for custom fitting, it’s an eco-friendly upgrade trusted by pros to unlock superior performance and reliability. ## Description The Graph Tech 42mm guitar nut is a great option to replace or upgrade the nut on your Fender style Strat 6 strung guitars or similar instruments. It has a flat bottom and is pre-slotted for a quick and simple install. Feature: - High density and minimal porosity that yields good intonation and clarity. - Lightweight design, exquisite appearance, and easy to use. - Makes tuning easier and improves sustain. - Pre-slotted guitar nut suits for 6-string Fender Strat style electric guitar or similar instruments. - Pre-slotted with string location grooves to make spacing and positioning a breeze when performing the final string slot filing. - This extra material can easily be removed with fine grit sandpaper. - Great replacement nuts for your acoustic or electric guitar, and most electric guitar instruments. - All Graph Tech nuts are slightly long and wide to ensure extra room to achieve a perfect fit for your bass. - Black GraphTech XL can improve tuning stability (permanent self-lubricating), increase harmonics content and richness, improve tone, optimal vibration transfer, also environmentally friendly. Dimensions: - Length: Approx. 42 mm / 1-5/8 inch - Height: Approx. 4.98 mm / 3/16 inch - Width: Approx. 3.22 mm / 1/8 inch - E to E String Space: Approx. 35 mm / 1.38 inch Package Include: - 1 x guitar nut Note: All dimensions are measured manually with the deviation (ranged) at 1-2mm. ## Features - Measurement: Length: Approx. 42 mm (1-5/8 inch); Height: Approx. 4.98 mm (3/16 inch), Width: Approx. 3.22 mm (1/8 inch); E to E String Space: Approx. 35 mm (1-3/8 inch). - Ideal for replacement and upgrade the nut on your Fender style Strat ST style 6 strings electric guitar or similar precision instruments. It has a flat bottom and is pre-slotted for a quick and simple install. - Black TUSQ XL can improve tuning stability(permanent self-lubricating), increase harmonics content and richness, improve tone, optimal vibration transfer, also environmentally friendly. - Help keep your guitar in tune better and reduce the friction of the strings in the nut. Help bring out the hidden harmonics of your bass all while drastically improving tuning performance. - All Graph Tech nuts and saddles are slightly long and wide to ensure extra room to achieve a perfect fit for your guitar. This extra material can easily be removed with fine grit sandpaper. Graph Tech XL is engineered from the same material as Graph Tech and is impregnated with PTFE which is five times more slippery than graphite. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07TTHZ7GZ | | Back Material Type | TUSQ | | Best Sellers Rank | #6,635 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #10 in Electric Guitar Nuts | | Body Material | Wood | | Body Material Type | Wood | | Brand | GraphTech | | Brand Name | GraphTech | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 112 Reviews | | Fretboard Material Type | Maple Wood | | Guitar Bridge System | Tremolo | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | S-S-S | | Included Components | 1 x guitar nut | | Instrument | Guitar | | Instrument Size | 42mm x 3.22mm x 4.98mm | | Item Dimensions | 1.65 x 0.13 x 0.2 inches | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 1.65"L x 0.13"W x 0.2"H | | Manufacturer | GraphTech | | Manufacturer Part Number | Freddy-nut-006 | | Material Type | TUSQ | | Model Name | PT-5042-00 | | Model Number | Fender Strat Style Guitar | | Neck Material Type | Maple Wood | | Number of Strings | 6 | | String Material Type | TUSQ | | String Nut Width | 1.38 Inches | | Top Material Type | TUSQ | | UPC | 768563238451 | ## Product Details - **Back Material Type:** TUSQ - **Body Material:** Wood - **Brand:** GraphTech - **Color:** Black - **Fretboard Material Type:** Maple Wood - **Guitar Bridge System:** Tremolo - **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** S-S-S - **Neck Material Type:** Maple Wood - **String Material Type:** TUSQ - **Top Material Type:** TUSQ ## Images ![PT-5042-00: Black 42mm Pre-Slotted Guitar Nut Self-Lubricating – TUSQ XL Nuts Replacement for Fender Style, Flat Bottom Strat 6 String Electric Guitar - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41x8yZH84RL.jpg) ## Frequently Bought Together - Graph Tech PT-5042-00: Black 42mm Pre-Slotted Guitar Nut Self-Lubricating – TUSQ XL Nuts Replacement for Fender Style, Flat Bottom Strat 6 String Electric Guitar - Guyker Guitar Roller String Retainers(Set of 2) – String Guide, Strings Trees Replacement Part for Electric Guitars, SR1 Black - Guyker Guitar Locking Tuners (6 for Right) - 1:18 Lock String Tuning Key Pegs Machine Head with Hexagonal Handle Replacement for ST TL SG LP Style Electric, Folk or Acoustic Guitars - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/148087444-pt-5042-00-black-42mm-pre-slotted-guitar-nut-self](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/148087444-pt-5042-00-black-42mm-pre-slotted-guitar-nut-self) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-15*