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Spring-Loaded Helical Threaded Insert Prong Break-Off Tools

Cleanly snap prongs off installed helical inserts with just one hand. Because they work faster than standard prong break-off tools, these are a good choice when you have many prongs to remove. Press your tool into an insert to trigger the spring-loaded punch and snap off the prong.

For Standard-Length Inserts—Use these tools for inserts that are 1 to 2 times as long as the diameter.

For Long Inserts—Use these tools for inserts that are 2 _1/2 to 3 times as long as the diameter.

	Mfr.		Each
For Standard-Length Inserts



	2-56, 3-48, 3-56	Heli-Coil	92955A101	0000000


	2-56, 3-48, 3-56, M2, M2.2	—	92955A311	00000


	For Long Inserts



			3-48, 3-56, M2.5	—	92955A412	00000

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



	2-56, 3-48, 3-56, 4-40, 4-48, 5-40, 6-32, 6-40, 8-32, 8-36, M2, M2.2, M2.5, M3, M3.5, M4	—	90254A111	000000


	Narrow Profile



			3-48, 3-56, 4-40, 4-48, 5-40, 5-44, 6-32, 6-40, 8-32, 8-36, 8-40, M2.5, M3, M3.5, M4	Heli-Coil	90254A310	00000

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		Installation Tools		Prong Break-Off Tools
	Thread Size	Installed Lg.	Drill Bit Size	For Max. Hole Dia.	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.		Each		Each		Each		Each
Pronged







				18-8 Stainless Steel

				3-56	0.099"	36 Ga.	0.107"	MS124670	10	91732A001	00000	91709A055	000000	91709A403	000000	90261A101	0000000	92955A101	0000000


				3-56	0.148"	36 Ga.	0.107"	MS124710	10	91732A003	0000	91709A055	00000	91709A403	00000	90261A101	000000	92955A101	000000

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



	3-48, 3-56, 4-40, 4-48, 5-40, 5-44, 6-32, 6-40, 8-32, 8-36, 8-40, M2.5, M3, M3.5, M4	90254A310	000000

Screw-Locking Helical Threaded Inserts

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		Prong Break-Off Tools
	Thread Size	Installed Lg.	Drill Bit Size	For Max. Hole Dia.	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.		Each		Each		Each		Each
Pronged







				18-8 Stainless Steel

				3-56	0.099"	36 Ga.	0.107"	MS21209F0310, NASM21209	10	90296A012	00000	91709A055	000000	91709A403	000000	90261A101	0000000	92955A101	0000000


				3-56	0.148"	36 Ga.	0.107"	MS21209F0315, NASM21209	5	90296A185	0000	91709A055	00000	91709A403	00000	90261A101	000000	92955A101	000000

Easy-Start Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools

These tools compress the diameter of your insert so it fits easily into a tapped hole. They’re the best choice for preventing misaligned or damaged threads—just make sure you have space to turn the crank. Screw or slide an insert onto your tool and drive it between a quarter-turn and half-turn below the surface. Also known as prewinders.

Threaded Insert Installation Tools with Depth Stop


Crank Handle	Threaded Drive

Ensure consistent installation across multiple inserts. Set your desired installation depth, and the stop will prevent you from driving your insert any further.

Threaded Drive Helical Insert Tool—These tools align each coil of your insert perfectly with the thread pitch of your tapped hole for easy installation.

	Mfr.	Handle Style	Helical Insert Tool Drive Type	For Use With		Each
Standard (UN) Thread



	3-56	—	Crank	Threaded	Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts	1338N13	000000


	3-56	Heli-Coil	Crank	Threaded	Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts	90261A101	000000

Helical Threaded Insert Installation and Prong Break-Off Tools

L-Handle

Install helical inserts and break off prongs with one tool and a hammer strike. These tools have a slot that grips your insert’s prong for turning both left- and right-hand threads. Slide an insert onto these tools and drive them a quarter-turn to half-turn below the material’s surface. Then, strike the end of the tool with a hammer to break off the prong. These tools work with pronged helical inserts.

Handle Style		Each



3-48, 3-56	L-Handle	92450A196	000000