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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.

    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.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1/4"-20
    		0.250"H
    		0.266"MS1220811091732A3680000091709A10500000091709A43700000090261A155000000092955A1110000001091732A520000000
     
    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.
    For Thread Size
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    For Pronged Helical Inserts
    10-24, 10-32, 12-24, 12-28, 1/4"-20, 1/4"-28, 1/4"-32, 1/4"-80, 5/16"-18, 5/16"-24, 5/16"-32, 3/8"-16, 3/8"-24, M5, M6, M7, M8, M10
    		90254A320000000
     

    Seize-Resistant Helical Threaded Inserts

    Image of Product. Pronged. Bottom orientation. Threaded Inserts. Seize-Resistant Helical Threaded Inserts, Pronged.

    Pronged

    Install and remove screws repeatedly without sticking or binding. These inserts have a dry-film lubricant on their surface for smooth installation. They're ideal for parts that require frequent disassembly for inspection or repair. 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.
    Dry-Film-Lubricated 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
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    Pronged
     
    Dry-Film-Lubricated 18-8 Stainless Steel
    1/4"-20
    		0.250"H
    		0.266"MIL-I-8846, MS122081191000A1500000091709A10500000091709A43700000090261A155000000092955A111000000
     
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