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Unified Standard Class 2B

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20,000 psi to 39,999 psi

40,000 psi to 49,999 psi

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Fastening and Joining

Tapping Inserts for Plastic

To handle greater pull force than press-fit inserts, these tapping inserts have external threads that bite into your material. They’re also known as Trisert inserts.

Tapping Inserts for Soft Metal

These inserts cut their own threads in soft metals such as aluminum, so there's no need to tap the hole. Also known as Tap-Lok inserts.

Tapping Insert Assortments for Soft Metal

Cut a variety of thread sizes into aluminum and other soft metal—no taps required.

Flanged Tapping Inserts for Softwood

The flange keeps these inserts from being pulled through a hole and provides a load bearing surface.

Tapping Inserts for Softwood

Large threads cut into softwood such as particleboard for a strong hold.

Tapping Insert Assortments for Softwood

Assortments include various sizes of tapping inserts for softwood.

Brass Tapping Inserts for Hardwood

Made from brass, these inserts are nonmagnetic, mildly corrosion resistant, and electrically conductive.

Stainless Steel Tapping Inserts for Hardwood

These 18-8 stainless steel inserts have excellent resistance to chemicals and may be mildly magnetic.

Steel Tapping Inserts for Hardwood

Steel inserts have high strength for durability.

Brass Tapping Insert Assortments for Hardwood

Assortments include various sizes of tapping inserts for hardwood.

Installation Bits for Slotted-Drive Inserts

Use these installation bits with power drills and drill presses as an alternative to a screwdriver for fast installation.

Installation Bits for Hex-Drive Inserts

These installation bits can be used with power drills and drill presses as an alternative to a hex driver for fast installation.

Installation Tools for Tapping Inserts

Compatible with Tap-Lok inserts.