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

    Key-Locking Threaded Insert Assortments with Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Key-Locking Threaded Insert Assortments with Installation Tools.
    What you need to add or repair a range of thread sizes in soft metal, such as aluminum. These assortments include multiple key-locking inserts of each size and an installation tool. They're comparable to Keensert inserts.
    Standard Wall—Stronger than thin-wall inserts, these are your go-to choice for threading most holes.
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel—These inserts resist occasional moisture.
    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
    For Tap Thread Size
    Drill Bit Size
    For Max. Hole Dia.
    Each
    Standard Wall
     
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel
    771"-8 Thread × 1 3/8" Installed Lg. (2 Each)
    1/2"-13 Thread × 5/8" Installed Lg. (6 Each)
    1/4"-20 Thread × 3/8" Installed Lg. (20 Each)
    3/4"-10 Thread × 1 1/8" Installed Lg. (3 Each)
    3/8"-16 Thread × 1/2" Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    5/16"-18 Thread × 0.438" Installed Lg. (15 Each)
    5/8"-11 Thread × 7/8" Installed Lg. (3 Each)
    7/16"-14 Thread × 5/8" Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    7/8"-9 Thread × 1 1/4" Installed Lg. (3 Each)
    9/16"-12 Thread × 0.813" Installed Lg. (5 Each)
    Installation Tool
    Coarse
    7/16"-14
    1/2"-13
    9/16"-12
    5/8"-11
    3/4"-16
    7/8"-14
    1 1/8"-12
    1 1/4"-12
    1 3/8"-12
    29/64"
    33/64"
    37/64"
    45/64"
    53/64"
    1 1/16"
    1 3/16"
    1 5/16"
    X
    0.397"
    0.453"
    0.516"
    0.578"
    0.703"
    0.828"
    1.063"
    1.186"
    1.313"
    90284A2110000000
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    771"-8 Thread × 1 3/8" Installed Lg. (2 Each)
    1/2"-13 Thread × 5/8" Installed Lg. (6 Each)
    1/4"-20 Thread × 3/8" Installed Lg. (20 Each)
    3/4"-10 Thread × 1 1/8" Installed Lg. (3 Each)
    3/8"-16 Thread × 1/2" Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    5/16"-18 Thread × 0.438" Installed Lg. (15 Each)
    5/8"-11 Thread × 7/8" Installed Lg. (3 Each)
    7/16"-14 Thread × 5/8" Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    7/8"-9 Thread × 1 1/4" Installed Lg. (3 Each)
    9/16"-12 Thread × 0.813" Installed Lg. (5 Each)
    Installation Tool
    Coarse
    7/16"-14
    1/2"-13
    9/16"-12
    5/8"-11
    3/4"-16
    7/8"-14
    1 1/8"-12
    1 1/4"-12
    1 3/8"-12
    29/64"
    33/64"
    37/64"
    45/64"
    53/64"
    1 1/16"
    1 3/16"
    1 5/16"
    X
    0.397"
    0.453"
    0.516"
    0.578"
    0.703"
    0.828"
    1.063"
    1.186"
    1.313"
    90284A411000000
     

    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.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    For Max.
    Hole Dia.
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Includes
    Each
    Pronged
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1"-8
    1.500"1 1/32"
    1.031"6Drill Bit
    Installation Tool
    Through-Hole Tap
    91732A3210000000
     

    Thread-Locking Threaded Inserts

    Image of Product. Bottom orientation. Threaded Inserts. Thread-Locking Threaded Inserts.
    With Loctite® adhesive already on the threads, these inserts won’t back out or vibrate loose. The adhesive reaches full strength after 72 hours. Unlike helical inserts, you can install them with a standard drill and tap. However, thread-locking inserts are difficult to remove and reuse.
    After drilling and tapping your hole, install inserts with a wrench or an installation bit. To use a wrench, thread an insert and two hex nuts onto a bolt. Then, grip and turn the top nut to drive into the hole. For slotted inserts, you can drive with a slotted screwdriver instead.
    Standard Wall—Stronger than thin-wall inserts, these are your go-to choice for threading most holes.
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel—These inserts resist occasional moisture.
    Inserts
    Installation
    Tools
    Thread
    Size
    For Tap Thread
    Size
    Installed
    Lg.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    For Max.
    Hole Dia.
    Drive
    Style
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Each
    Standard Wall
     
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel
    1"-8
    1 3/8"-12
    1.250"1 9/32"
    1.281"Slotted
    190248A05400000094110A240000000
     

    Thread-Locking Threaded Insert Assortments

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Thread-Locking Threaded Insert Assortments.
    These assortments include various sizes of thread-locking inserts, which won’t back out or loosen from vibration. Also known as E-Z Lok, they come with Loctite® adhesive already applied, and the adhesive reaches full strength after 72 hours. After drilling and tapping your hole, install inserts with a wrench or use an installation bit (not included). To use a wrench, thread an insert and two hex nuts onto a bolt. Then, grip and turn the top nut to drive into the hole.
    Standard Wall—Stronger than thin-wall inserts, these are your go-to choice for threading most holes.
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel—These inserts resist occasional moisture.
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Includes
    Thread
    Spacing
    For Tap Thread
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Size
    For Maximum
    Hole Diameter
    Drive
    Style
    Each
    Standard Wall
     
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel
    221"-8 Thread × 1 1/4" Installed Lg. (2 Each)
    1/2"-13 Thread × 0.656" Installed Lg. (6 Each)
    3/4"-10 Thread × 0.781" Installed Lg. (7 Each)
    5/8"-11 Thread × 0.688" Installed Lg. (7 Each)
    Coarse
    3/4"-10
    7/8"-9
    1"-8
    1 3/8"-12
    21/32"
    49/64"
    7/8"
    1 9/32"
    21/32"
    49/64"
    7/8"
    1 9/32"
    Slotted
    90248A111000000
     

    Key-Locking Threaded Inserts for Soft Metal

    Image of Product. Bottom orientation. Threaded Inserts. Key-Locking Threaded Inserts for Soft Metal.
    Add strong threads in soft metal, such as aluminum. The keys on these inserts drive into holes to hold more securely than thread-locking or helical inserts. They prevent slipping and rotating, so they’re stable enough for use in vehicle or aerospace parts that experience heavy vibration. These inserts are comparable to Keensert inserts.
    To install, drill and tap a hole in your material. Then, thread the insert onto the installation tool and screw it into the hole. Place the tool over the keys and hit it with a hammer to drive them in.
    Standard Wall—Stronger than thin-wall inserts, these are your go-to choice for threading most holes.
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel—These inserts resist occasional moisture.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these inserts resist rust and mild chemicals.
    Inserts
    Installation
    Tools
    Inserts with
    Installation Tools
    Each
    Thread
    Size
    For Tap Thread
    Size
    Installed
    Lg.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    For Max.
    Hole Dia.
    No. of Locking
    Keys
    1-9
    10-Up
    Each
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Each
    Standard Wall
     
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel
    1"-8
    1 3/8"-12
    1.375"1 5/16"
    1.313"490245A04200000000000092100A744000000290245A0220000000
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1"-8
    1 3/8"-12
    1.375"1 5/16"
    1.313"491731A083000000000092100A74400000291731A044000000
     

    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.
    Ultra-Corrosion-Resistant Lightweight Titanium—The best of both worlds, these inserts are lightweight yet strong enough for the highest stress applications. They resist acids and salt water better than nickel or stainless steel inserts.
    Inserts
    Through-Hole
    Taps
    Closed-End
    Hole Taps
    Installation
    Tools
    Prong
    Break-Off Tools
    Inserts with
    Installation Tools
    Thread
    Size
    Installed
    Lg.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    For Max.
    Hole Dia.
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Each
    Pronged
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1"-8
    1"1 1/32"
    1.031"MS122090191732A4070000091709A115000000091709A491000000090261A175000000———0———0
    1"-8
    1.500"1 1/32"
    1.031"MS122130191732A221000091709A11500000091709A49100000090261A17500000———0691732A3210000000
    1 1/4"-8
    1.875"1 1/4"
    1.250"192335A111000092335A31100000091709A31000000092335A51100000———0———0
    1 1/2"-8
    2.250"1 1/2"
    1.500"192335A1150000092335A31500000091709A32000000092335A51500000———0———0
    1 3/4"-8
    2.625"1 3/4"
    1.750"192335A1190000092335A31900000091709A33000000092335A519000000———0———0
     
    Ultra-Corrosion-Resistant Lightweight Titanium
    10-24
    0.285"5 Ga.
    0.206"193332A255000091709A1040000091709A4280000090261A15400000092955A109000000———0
     
    Extraction Tools

    Key-Locking Threaded Inserts with Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Key-Locking Threaded Inserts with Installation Tools.
    Paired with the right tool for installation, these inserts create strong threads in soft metal, such as aluminum. They have keys that drive into material to prevent inserts from slipping and rotating in the hole.
    Standard Wall—Stronger than thin-wall inserts, these are your go-to choice for threading most holes.
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel—These inserts resist occasional moisture.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these inserts resist rust and mild chemicals.
    Thread
    Size
    For Tap Thread
    Size
    Installed
    Lg.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    For Max.
    Hole Dia.
    No. of Locking
    Keys
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Each
    Standard Wall
     
    Black Phosphate-Coated Steel
    1"-8
    1 3/8"-12
    1.375"1 5/16"
    1.313"4290245A0220000000
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1"-8
    1 3/8"-12
    1.375"1 5/16"
    1.313"4291731A044000000
     

    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
    Thread
    Size
    Installed
    Lg.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    For Max.
    Hole Dia.
    Specs. Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Pronged
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1"-8
    1"1 1/32"
    1.031"NASM21209, MS21209C1610190296A1660000091709A115000000091709A491000000090261A175000000
    1"-8
    1.500"1 1/32"
    1.031"NASM21209, MS21209C1615190296A1670000091709A11500000091709A49100000090261A17500000
     
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