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

    Tapered Heat-Set Threaded Insert Assortments with Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Tapered Heat-Set Threaded Insert Assortments with Installation Tools.
    A variety of tapered insert sizes that are easy to guide into holes with the included installation tools. Use a drill bit to make a straight hole, then taper the top half. Once installed, heat the insert with a soldering tip to melt the surrounding plastic.
    Brass—Conductive and nonmagnetic, these inserts are useful for electrical applications. They resist moisture but aren't as strong as steel inserts.
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Includes
    Drill Bit Size
    For Max. Hole Dia.
    For Hole
    Taper Angle
    Each
    Brass
    200¼"-20 Thread × 0.3" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    4-40 Thread × 0.135" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    6-32 Thread × 0.15" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    8-32 Thread × 0.185" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    10-32 Thread × 0.225" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    Installation Tips    		24 Ga.
    8 Ga.
    2 Ga.
    H
    S
    		0.153"
    0.199"
    0.226"
    0.267"
    0.349"    		8°97338A130000000
    200¼"-20 Thread × ½" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    4-40 Thread × 0.219" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    6-32 Thread × ¼" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    8-32 Thread × 0.312" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    10-32 Thread × ⅜" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    Installation Tips    		9/64"
    13 Ga.
    5 Ga.
    D
    O
    		0.141"
    0.185"
    0.208"
    0.246"
    0.321"    		8°97338A11000000
    200Installation Tips
    M2.5×0.45 mm Thread × 5.56 mm Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    M3×0.5 mm Thread × 6.35 mm Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    M4×0.7 mm Thread × 7.92 mm Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    M5×0.8 mm Thread × 11.13 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    M6×1 mm Thread × 12.7 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)    		9/64"
    13 Ga.
    5 Ga.
    J
    O
    		0.141"
    0.185"
    0.208"
    0.278"
    0.321"    		8°97338A12000000
    200Installation Tips
    M2.5×0.45 mm Thread × 3.43 mm Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    M3×0.5 mm Thread × 3.81 mm Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    M4×0.7 mm Thread × 4.7 mm Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    M5×0.8 mm Thread × 6.73 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    M6×1 mm Thread × 7.62 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)    		24 Ga.
    8 Ga.
    2 Ga.
    N
    S
    		0.153"
    0.199"
    0.226"
    0.303"
    0.349"    		8°97338A14000000
    225Ceramic Insulation Tube
    Installation Tips
    M2.5×0.45 mm Thread × 3.43 mm Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    M2.5×0.45 mm Thread × 5.56 mm Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    M3.5×0.6 mm Thread × 3.81 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    M3.5×0.6 mm Thread × 6.35 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    M3×0.5 mm Thread × 3.8 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    M3×0.5 mm Thread × 6.35 mm Installed Lg. (25 each)
    M4×0.7 mm Thread × 4.7 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    M4×0.7 mm Thread × 7.92 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    M5×0.8 mm Thread × 11.13 mm Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    M5×0.8 mm Thread × 6.73 mm Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    M6×1 mm Thread × 12.7 mm Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    M6×1 mm Thread × 7.62 mm Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    Soldering Iron    		9/64"
    24 Ga.
    13 Ga.
    8 Ga.
    2 Ga.
    J
    N
    O
    S
    		0.141"
    0.152"
    0.185"
    0.199"
    0.221"
    0.277"
    0.302"
    0.316"
    0.348"    		8°94454A200000000
    2351/4"-20 Thread × 0.3" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    1/4"-20 Thread × 1/2" Installed Lg. (20 Each)
    4-40 Thread × 0.135" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    4-40 Thread × 0.219" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    6-32 Thread × 0.150" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    6-32 Thread × 1/4" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    8-32 Thread × 0.185" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    8-32 Thread × 0.312" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    10-24 Thread × 0.225" Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    10-24 Thread × 3/8" Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    10-32 Thread × 0.225" Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    10-32 Thread × 3/8" Installed Lg. (10 Each)
    Ceramic Insulation Tube
    Installation Tips
    Soldering Iron    		9/64"
    24 Ga.
    13 Ga.
    8 Ga.
    5 Ga.
    2 Ga.
    D
    H
    O
    S
    		0.141"
    0.152"
    0.185"
    0.199"
    0.206"
    0.221"
    0.246"
    0.266"
    0.316"
    0.348"    		8°94454A100000000
     

    Extraction Tips for Heat-Set Inserts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Heat-Set Insert Tips. Extraction Tips for Heat-Set Inserts.
    Extract heat-set inserts by attaching these tips to a soldering iron. The tips transfer heat from the soldering iron to the insert, softening the surrounding plastic to loosen the insert so it can be removed.
    For Thread
    Size
    Tip Shank
    Dia.
    Each
    2-56
    		1/4"92160A201000000
    4-40
    		1/4"92160A20300000
    6-32
    		1/4"92160A20500000
    8-32
    		1/4"92160A20700000
    10-24
    		1/4"92160A20900000
    10-32
    		1/4"92160A21100000
    1/4"-20
    		1/4"92160A21300000
    1/4"-28
    		1/4"92160A10700000
    5/16"-18
    		1/4"92160A10500000
    5/16"-24
    		1/4"92160A10600000
    3/8"-16
    		1/4"92160A10400000
    M2.5 × 0.45 mm1/4"92160A22500000
    M3 × 0.5 mm1/4"92160A22700000
    M3.5 × 0.6 mm1/4"92160A10100000
    M4 × 0.7 mm1/4"92160A22900000
    M5 × 0.8 mm1/4"92160A23100000
    M6 × 1 mm1/4"92160A23300000
    M8 × 1.25 mm1/4"92160A10200000
    M10 × 1.5 mm1/4"92160A10300000

    Heat-Set Threaded Insert Assortments with Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Heat-Set Threaded Insert Assortments with Installation Tools.
    Keep a variety of heat-set insert sizes and installation tools on hand. Press inserts into straight holes that have been drilled, printed, or molded into your plastic part. Once installed, heat the insert with a soldering tip to melt the surrounding plastic.
    Flanged Profile—Flanges on the insert create a load-bearing surface that prevents cracks or deformation in the base material. They also curb overtightening and keep inserts from getting pulled out or through.
    Brass—Conductive and nonmagnetic, these inserts are useful for electrical applications. They resist moisture but aren't as strong as steel inserts.
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Includes
    Drill Bit Size
    For Max. Hole Dia.
    Each
    Standard Profile
     
    Brass
    200¼"-20 Thread × ½" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    4-40 Thread × 0.226" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    6-32 Thread × 0.281" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    8-32 Thread × 0.321" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    10-32 Thread × ⅜" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    Installation Tips    		7/32"
    6.4 mm
    8 mm
    22 Ga.
    12 Ga.
    		0.157"
    0.189"
    0.220"
    0.252"
    0.315"    		97338A160000000
     
    Flanged Profile
     
    Brass
    200¼"-20 Thread × ½" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    4-40 Thread × 0.226" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    6-32 Thread × 0.281" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    8-32 Thread × 0.321" Installed Lg. (50 Each)
    10-32 Thread × ⅜" Installed Lg. (25 Each)
    Installation Tips    		7/32"
    6.4 mm
    8 mm
    22 Ga.
    12 Ga.
    		0.157"
    0.189"
    0.220"
    0.252"
    0.315"    		97338A15000000
     

    Installation Tip Sets for Heat-Set Inserts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Heat-Set Insert Tips. Installation Tip Sets for Heat-Set Inserts.
    Keep multiple tips on hand to install a range of insert sizes. Attach these tips to a soldering iron to install heat-set inserts in plastic parts. The tips transfer heat from the soldering iron to the insert, softening the surrounding plastic. When the plastic cools, it solidifies around knurls and ridges on the insert to keep it secure and resistant to torque.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Each
    For Hakko 900M
    72-56, M2 Installation Tip (1/4" Shank Dia.) with Plug Tip Connection
    6-32, M3 Installation Tip (1/4" Shank Dia.) with Plug Tip Connection
    8-32, M4 Installation Tip (1/4" Shank Dia.) with Plug Tip Connection
    10-24, M5 Installation Tip with Female Threaded Tip Connection
    1/4"-20, M6 Installation Tip with Female Threaded Tip Connection
    5/16"-18, M8 Installation Tip with Female Threaded Tip Connection
    Soldering Iron Tip Adapter with ¼" Dia. Shank    		8915N111000000
     

    Installation Tips for Heat-Set Inserts

    Image of Product. Back orientation. Heat-Set Insert Tips. Installation Tips for Heat-Set Inserts.
    Attach these installation tips to a soldering iron. The tips transfer heat from the soldering iron to the insert, softening the surrounding plastic. When the plastic cools, it solidifies around the knurls and ridges on the insert to keep it secure and resistant to torque.
    For Thread Size
    Tip Shank
    Dia.
    Tip
    Connection
    Each
    0-80, M21/4"Plug92160A341000000
    2-56, M21/4"Plug92160A3110000
    4-40, M2.5, M31/4"Plug92160A3150000
    6-32, M3.51/4"Plug92160A3190000
    8-32, M41/4"Plug92160A3230000
    10-24, 10-32, M5, M61/4"Plug92160A3270000
    1/4"-20, 1/4"-281/4"Plug92160A3310000
    5/16"-18, 5/16"-24, M81/4"Plug92160A30800000
    3/8"-16, 3/8"-24, M101/4"Plug92160A30900000
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