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Helical Threaded Insert Removal Tools

To remove installed helical inserts, place the tip of these tools into the insert and lightly strike the tool’s head. Then, turn the tool counterclockwise with pressure to extract the insert.

Narrow Profile—The tip of these tools has a narrower angle than standard removal tools to reduce the chance it will dig into your material’s surface when you strike the tool.

	Mfr.		Each
Standard Profile



	7/8"-9, 7/8"-14, 1"-8, 1"-12, 1"-14, 1 1/8"-7, 1 1/8"-12, 1 1/4"-7, 1 1/4"-12, 1 3/8"-6, 1 3/8"-12, 1 1/2"-6, 1 1/2"-12, M20, M22, M24, M26, M27, M30, M33, M36, M39	—	90254A114	000000


	Narrow Profile



			1 1/8"-7, 1 1/8"-12, 1 1/4"-7, 1 1/4"-8, 1 1/4"-12, 1 3/8"-6, 1 3/8"-12, 1 1/2"-6, 1 1/2"-8, 1 1/2"-12, M27, M30, M36, M39	Heli-Coil	90254A360	000000

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.

	Inserts								Installation Tools		Inserts with Installation Tools
							Each
	Thread Size	For Tap Thread Size	Installed Lg.	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 1/2"-6	1 7/8"-12	2"	1.813"	4	90245A108	0000000	0000000	92100A758	0000000	2	90245A067	0000000

Key-Locking Threaded Insert Drivers

Place the tip of these tools into a key-locking insert after you've threaded it into a hole with your fingers. Then, strike these tools with a hammer to drive the keys into the material and secure the insert. They’re compatible with Keensert inserts.

Choose the tool that matches your insert’s thread size and tap thread size.

		Each
Standard (UN) Thread







	For Thick-Wall Inserts

	1 1/2"-6, 1 1/2"-12	1 7/8"-12	Straight	92100A758	0000000

Helical Threaded Inserts

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		Inserts with Installation Tools
	Thread Size	Installed Lg.	Drill Bit Size	For Max. Hole Dia.	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.		Each		Each	No. of Inserts Included		Each
Pronged







				18-8 Stainless Steel

				1 1/2"-6	1.500"	1 35/64"	1.547"	MS122094	1	91732A050	000000	91709A119	0000000	91709A518	0000000	—	———	0


				1 1/2"-6	2.250"	1 35/64"	1.547"	MS122134	1	91732A052	00000	91709A119	000000	91709A518	000000	4	91732A325	0000000

Extraction Tools

Remove installed helical inserts.

For Pronged Helical Inserts—Place the tip into pronged inserts and lightly strike the tool’s head. Then, turn the tool counterclockwise with pressure to extract the insert.

		Each
For Pronged Helical Inserts



	1 1/8"-7, 1 1/8"-12, 1 1/4"-7, 1 1/4"-8, 1 1/4"-12, 1 3/8"-6, 1 3/8"-12, 1 1/2"-6, 1 1/2"-8, 1 1/2"-12, M27, M30, M36, M39	90254A360	0000000

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.

	For Max. Hole Dia.	No. of Locking Keys	No. of Inserts Included		Each
Standard Wall







	Black Phosphate-Coated Steel

	1 1/2"-6	1 7/8"-12	2"	1 13/16" 1.813"	4	2	90245A067	0000000

Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools

T-Handle

Install your pronged helical inserts into tapped holes. Screw an insert onto these tools and drive them a quarter to half-turn below the material’s surface.

	Handle Style	For Use With		Each
Standard (UN) Thread



	1 1/2"-6	T-Handle	Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts	93060A114	0000000

Helical Threaded Inserts with Installation Tools

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.

	For Max. Hole Dia.	No. of Inserts Included	Includes		Each
Pronged







	18-8 Stainless Steel

	1 1/2"-6	2.250"	1 17/32"	1.531"	4	Drill Bit Installation Tool Through-Hole Tap	91732A325	0000000

Helical Insert Taps

Match the size of helical inserts so they fit tightly when installed in the hole.

High-Speed Steel—These taps resist heat and wear to stay sharp.

Plug Chamfer—Our go-to chamfer type. With a longer taper than a bottoming chamfer, they are easier to turn but won't thread as close the bottom of a hole.

Bottoming Chamfer—Cut all the way to the bottom of blind holes with taps that have the shortest taper. Since these require the most force to turn, they’re often used to finish holes started by taper- or plug-chamfer taps.

						Drill Bit			Plug Chamfer		Bottoming Chamfer
	For Insert Size	Thread Lg.	Overall Lg.	For Insert Thread Type	No. of Flutes	Size	Decimal Size Equiv.	Shank Type		Each		Each
High-Speed Steel







				Uncoated

				1 1/2"-6	3 3/16"	7"	UNC	6	1 35/64"	1.5469"	Square	91709A119	0000000	91709A518	0000000