Threaded Inserts Laura Hansen Jeremiah Johnstun
Purpose of Threaded Inserts Repair Damaged Threads Reduce Thread Pitch and Angle Errors Distributes Load More Evenly In Soft Materials: Improves Holding Capacity Reduces Thread Wear
Angle and Thread Pitch Errors
Distributes Load More Evenly
Advantages of Threaded Inserts Low cost Blind installation Permanent, reliable fastening Eliminates the need for welding or tapping
Most Common Threaded Inserts Coil Type Wire wound into a helical coil Larger diameter than tapped hole— applies compression Can be self- threading or drilled and tapped
Rivet Type Can be installed blind Can be used on sheet metal and fiberglass Cheaper and easier than welded studs for non-permanent applications
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