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    16 Products
    About Threaded Inserts
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    Choose the right threaded insert for your application and learn how to install it securely.

    Screw-Locking Helical Threaded Inserts

    Image of Product. Pronged. Bottom orientation. Threaded Inserts. Screw-Locking Helical Threaded Inserts, Pronged.

    Pronged

    The irregularly shaped threads tightly grip screws to prevent them from loosening or backing out under vibration. Use these inserts to create or repair threads in pumps and other machinery that shakes and rattles. Also known as Heli-Coil inserts.
    Installation requires a drill bit, a helical insert tap, and an installation tool.
    Pronged—The prong attaches to an installation tool for precise control as you drive inserts in. Remove the prong with a punch or break-off tool before inserting a screw.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these inserts resist rust and mild chemicals.
    Inserts
    Through-Hole
    Taps
    Closed-End
    Hole Taps
    Installation
    Tools
    Prong
    Break-Off Tools
    Thread
    Size
    Installed
    Lg., mm
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    For Max.
    Hole Dia., mm
    Specs. Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Pronged
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    M7 x 1 mm77.3
    7.3SAE MA3329-1071090296A3110000091709A20300000091709A53600000090261A193000000092955A2050000000
    M7 x 1 mm10.57.3
    7.3SAE MA3329-1571090296A312000091709A2030000091709A5360000090261A19300000092955A205000000
    M7 x 1 mm147.3
    7.3DIN 8140, SAE MA3329-207590296A313000091709A2030000091709A5360000090261A19300000092955A205000000
     

    Helical Threaded Inserts

    Image of Product. Pronged. Bottom orientation. Threaded Inserts. Helical Threaded Inserts, Pronged.

    Pronged

    Restore, reinforce, or create threads in metal. The tough coils on these inserts expand once installed to anchor in a tapped hole. Also known as Heli-Coil inserts, they're often used in engine heads and machinery housings where strong connections are critical. Unlike threadlocking inserts, you can remove and reuse them without them losing their strength.
    Installation requires a drill bit, a helical insert tap, and an installation tool.
    Pronged—The prong attaches to an installation tool for precise control as you drive inserts in. Remove the prong with a punch or break-off tool before inserting a screw.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these inserts resist rust and mild chemicals.
    Inserts
    Through-Hole
    Taps
    Closed-End
    Hole Taps
    Installation
    Tools
    Prong
    Break-Off Tools
    Inserts with
    Installation Tools
    Thread
    Size
    Installed
    Lg., mm
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    For Max.
    Hole Dia., mm
    Specs. Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Each
    Pronged
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    M7 x 1 mm77.3
    7.3DIN 8140, SAE MA3279-1071091732A6390000091709A20300000091709A53600000090261A193000000092955A2050000000———0
    M7 x 1 mm10.57.3
    7.3DIN 8140, SAE MA3279-1571091732A263000091709A2030000091709A5360000090261A19300000092955A2050000001091732A950000000
    M7 x 1 mm147.3
    7.3DIN 8140, SAE MA3279-2071091732A7850000091709A2030000091709A5360000090261A19300000092955A205000000———0
     
    Extraction Tools

    Metric Fast-Travel Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Fast-Travel Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts.
    Image of Product. Style C. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Fast-Travel Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread, Style C.

    Style C

    Multiple thread channels (also known as thread starts) create faster linear travel than lead screws with a single thread start. Operating with less backlash (play) than Metric Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts, these lead screws and nuts provide increased nut life and more reliable movement in automated systems. To ensure compatibility, select components that have the same thread size and number of thread starts.
    Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread
    Image of Product. Style C. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Fast-Travel Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread, Style C.

    Style C

    Travel Distance per Turn—Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
    External
    Thread
    Style
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Thread Type
    Speed
    Ratio
    No. of Thread
    Starts
    Travel Distance
    per Turn, mm
    Size
    Lg.
    Hardness
    Tensile
    Strength
    Dynamic Thrust
    Load Cap., lb.
    Each
    PEEK
    CM3 × 0.5 mm13/32"0.311"0.276"Metric Rounded Trapezoidal
    2:121M7 × 0.75 mm5/32"Durometer 83DNot Rated44537N164000000
    CM3 × 0.5 mm13/32"0.311"0.276"Metric Rounded Trapezoidal
    6:163M7 × 0.75 mm5/32"Durometer 83DNot Rated44537N16500000
     

    Helical Threaded Insert Assortments with Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Helical Threaded Insert Assortments with Installation Tools.
    Repair damaged threads or create new ones. These convenient assortments include helical inserts, an installation tool for each thread size, a drill bit, and a tap. The inserts are also known as Heli-Coil inserts.
    Pronged—The prong attaches to an installation tool for precise control as you drive inserts in. Remove the prong with a punch or break-off tool before inserting a screw.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these inserts resist rust and mild chemicals.
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Includes
    Thread
    Spacing
    Drill Bit
    Size
    For Max.
    Hole Dia.
    Each
    Pronged
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    18Drill Bit
    Installation Tool
    M7×1 mm Thread × 10.5 mm Installed Lg. (6 Each)
    M7×1 mm Thread × 14 mm Installed Lg. (6 Each)
    M7×1 mm Thread × 7 mm Installed Lg. (6 Each)
    Through-Hole Tap
    Coarse
    9/32"
    0.281"91732A949000000
     

    Helical Threaded Inserts with Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Drill Bit, Installation Tool and Through-Hole Tap. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Helical Threaded Inserts with Installation Tools, Pronged, Drill Bit, Through-Hole Tap, Installation Tool.

    Drill Bit, Installation Tool

    and Through-Hole Tap

    Quickly restore stripped threads—these inserts come with through-hole taps and installation tools. The tough coils on these inserts expand once installed to anchor in a tapped hole.
    Pronged—The prong attaches to an installation tool for precise control as you drive inserts in. Remove the prong with a punch or break-off tool before inserting a screw.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these inserts resist rust and mild chemicals.
    Thread
    Size
    Installed
    Lg., mm
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    For Max.
    Hole Dia.
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Includes
    Each
    Pronged
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    M7 x 1 mm10.57.25
    0.281"10Drill Bit
    Installation Tool
    Through-Hole Tap
    91732A950000000
     

    Metric Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts.
    Image of Product. Style B. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread, Style B.

    Style B

    Operating with less backlash (play) than Metric Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts, these provide increased nut life and more reliable movement in automated systems. Also known as single-start and self-locking lead screws and nuts, they have a single thread that runs the length of the screw. The nut travels only when the screw turns, so your system won't unexpectedly move when the lead screw is at rest. To ensure compatibility, select components that have the same thread size, thread type, thread size, thread pitch, and number of thread starts.
    Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread
    Image of Product. Style B. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread, Style B.

    Style B

    Travel Distance per Turn—Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
    External
    Thread
    Style
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Thread Type
    Speed
    Ratio
    No. of Thread
    Starts
    Travel Distance
    per Turn, mm
    Size
    Lg.
    Hardness
    Tensile
    Strength
    Dynamic Thrust
    Load Cap., lb.
    Each
    PEEK
    BM3 × 0.5 mm13/32"0.311"0.276"Metric Rounded Trapezoidal
    1:110.5M7 × 0.75 mm5/32"Durometer 83DNot Rated590500A230000000
     
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