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Installed Length

Less than 0.25"

0.25" to 0.499"

Material

18-8 Stainless Steel

Threaded Insert Type

For Use In

Drill Bit Size

Helical Insert Type

Thread Direction

End Type

Tensile Strength

50,000 psi to 99,999 psi

100,000 psi or greater

Thread Type

Specifications Met

DFARS Specialty Metals

Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)

REACH

RoHS

Compliant with Exemptions

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Thread Fit

Unified Standard Class 2B

For Tap Type

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For Insert Thread Size

Threading

Partially Threaded

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Fastening and Joining

Threaded Inserts

Threaded Inserts

Create new threads or repair stripped threads

Socket Nuts

Install in recessed holes and tight spots where a wrench won’t fit; also known as Allen nuts

Threaded Insert Installation Tools

Threaded Insert Installation Tools

Install helical, key-locking, slotted-drive, and other threaded inserts

Threaded Insert Removal Tools

Threaded Insert Removal Tools

Turn counterclockwise to extract helical inserts

Fabricating and Machining

Taps

Cut internal threads for fasteners, pipe, conduit, and more

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