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    Prongless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Insert Installation Tools. Prongless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools.
    These tools install prongless helical inserts, also known as tangless inserts. Screw the insert onto your installation tool and drive it between a quarter-turn and half-turn below the surface.
    For Thread
    Size
    Handle
    Style
    For Use With
    Each
    Standard (UN) Thread
    0-80
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A1030000000
    1-64
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A101000000
    2-56
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A601000000
    4-40
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A604000000
    6-32
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A607000000
    8-32
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A610000000
    10-24
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A613000000
    10-32
    StraightHelical Inserts91049A112000000
    1/4"-20
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A619000000
    5/16"-18
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A107000000
    3/8"-16
    StraightHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A108000000
     
    Metric Thread
    M2 × 0.4 mmStraightHelical Inserts91049A102000000
    M2.5 × 0.45 mmStraightHelical Inserts91049A113000000
    M3 × 0.5 mmStraightHelical Inserts91049A114000000
    M4 × 0.7 mmStraightHelical Inserts91049A115000000
    M5 × 0.8 mmStraightHelical Inserts91049A116000000
    M6 × 1 mmStraightHelical Inserts91049A117000000
    M8 × 1.25 mmStraightHelical Inserts91049A118000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Easy-Start Prongless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Insert Installation Tools. Easy-Start Prongless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools.
    Install prongless (tangless) helical inserts more quickly and consistently than with standard tools. These tools compress your insert’s diameter and align each coil with the thread pitch, guiding it straight 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 an insert onto these tools and drive them a quarter- to half-turn below the material’s surface. Also known as prewinders.
    For Thread
    Size
    Handle
    Style
    For Use With
    Each
    Standard (UN) Thread
    2-56
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A1210000000
    4-40
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A122000000
    6-32
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A123000000
    8-32
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A124000000
    10-24
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A125000000
    10-32
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A812000000
    1/4"-20
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A126000000
    1/4"-28
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A109000000
    5/16"-18
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A127000000
    5/16"-24
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A110000000
    3/8"-16
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A128000000
    3/8"-24
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A111000000
    7/16"-20
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A129000000
    1/2"-20
    CrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A131000000
     
    Metric Thread
    M2.5 × 0.45 mmCrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A620000000
    M3 × 0.5 mmCrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A622000000
    M4 × 0.7 mmCrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A624000000
    M5 × 0.8 mmCrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A626000000
    M6 × 1 mmCrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A628000000
    M8 × 1.25 mmCrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A104000000
    M10 × 1.5 mmCrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A105000000
    M12 × 1.75 mmCrankHelical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A106000000
     
    Replacement Tips

    Prongless Helical Threaded Insert Removal Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Insert Removal Tools. Prongless Helical Threaded Insert Removal Tools.
    Remove prongless inserts without damaging threads or the surface of your material. These tools also back out or adjust inserts that are installed too deep.
    Replacement Tips—Replacement tips (sold separately) come with one removal tip, two pins, and two springs.
    Removal Tools
    Replacement Tips
    For Thread
    Size
    For Use With
    Each
    Each
    Standard (UN) Thread
    0-80
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A376000000091049A501000000
    1-64
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A37700000091049A50200000
    2-56
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A63100000091049A72300000
    4-40
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A63400000091049A72600000
    6-32
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A63700000091049A72900000
    8-32
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A64000000091049A73200000
    10-24
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A64300000091049A73500000
    10-32
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A64600000091049A73800000
    1/4"-20
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A64900000091049A74100000
    1/4"-28
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A65300000091049A37300000
    5/16"-18
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A65100000091049A37100000
    5/16"-24
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A65400000091049A37400000
    3/8"-16
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A65200000091049A37200000
    3/8"-24
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A65500000091049A37500000
    7/16"-20
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A65600000091049A74300000
    1/2"-20
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A65800000091049A74500000
     
    Metric Thread
    M2
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A37800000091049A50800000
    M2.5
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A36200000091049A50300000
    M3
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A36400000091049A50400000
    M4
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A36600000091049A50500000
    M5
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A36800000091049A50600000
    M6
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A37000000091049A50700000
    M8
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A37900000091049A509000000
    M10
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A38000000091049A511000000
    M12
    Helical Inserts, Screw-Locking Helical Inserts91049A38100000091049A512000000
     

    Air-Powered Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Insert Installation Tools. Air-Powered Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools.
    Install standard and prongless helical inserts in high-volume production and assembly. Powered by compressed air, these tools deliver more force than electric tools. Use them to install a wide range of insert sizes. Press the lever to install the insert, then release to reverse out. These tools require a nosepiece and nosepiece adapter (both sold separately).
    Air Inlet
    Threaded Insert Tool
    Cycle Time, sec.
    Max. Speed
    @ 90 psi, rpm
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Average Air Consumption
    @ Pressure
    Pipe
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Gender
    Each
    51,5005 3/4"0.914.4 ft³/min @ 90 psi1/4
    NPT
    Female8868N11000000000
    Accessories and Replacements for Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Electric Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Insert Installation Tools. Electric Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools.
    Install standard and prongless helical inserts faster than manual tools. These tools have an easy-start nosepiece to compress your insert’s diameter for smooth entry into tapped holes. Hold down the button to drive inserts—the tool then automatically reverses out of the hole. These tools require a nosepiece and nosepiece adapter (both sold separately).
    @ 20V DC
    @ 30V DC
    Threaded Insert Tool
    Cycle Time, sec.
    No-Load Rotational
    Speed, rpm
    Input Current,
    amp
    Threaded Insert Tool
    Cycle Time, sec.
    No-Load Rotational
    Speed, rpm
    Input Current,
    amp
    Torque,
    in·lbf
    Input Voltage
    Type
    Handle
    Style
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    oz.
    Motor
    Type
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    54803.127503.10.17 to 6.9AdjustableStraight8 1/2"12.8Brushless78913N11000000000
    Accessories and Replacements for Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Helical Threaded Inserts For Spark Plug Repair

    Image of Product. For Gasket Seats. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Helical Threaded Inserts For Spark Plug Repair.
    Image of Product. For Gasket and Taper Seats. Front orientation. Threaded Inserts. Helical Threaded Inserts For Spark Plug Repair, Installation Tool, Through-Hole Tap.

    For Gasket Seats

    For Gasket and

    Taper Seats

    Replace stripped spark plugs in engines. These kits include helical inserts that fit common hole sizes, plus a tap and an installation tool. Also known as Heli-Coil inserts.
    For Gasket Seats—Use these helical inserts in spark plug ports with a gasket. They cannot be used with taper seat ports.
    Inserts For Gasket and Taper Seats—Although they're designed to fit in taper seat spark plug ports, you can also use these inserts in ports with a gasket seat.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these inserts resist rust and mild chemicals.
    Thread Size
    Thread
    Spacing
    No. of Inserts
    Included
    Includes
    Each
    Inserts For Gasket and Taper Seats
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    M14 x 1.25 mmExtra Fine
    3Installation Tool
    M14×1.25 mm Thread × Long Insert Reach (1 Each)
    M14×1.25 mm Thread × Normal Insert Reach (1 Each)
    M14×1.25 mm Thread × Short Insert Reach (1 Each)
    Through-Hole Tap
    91732A095000000
    M14 x 1.25 mmExtra Fine
    18Installation Tool
    M14×1.25 mm Thread × Long Insert Reach (6 Each)
    M14×1.25 mm Thread × Normal Insert Reach (6 Each)
    M14×1.25 mm Thread × Short Insert Reach (6 Each)
    Through-Hole Tap
    91732A097000000
     

    Cordless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Insert Installation Tools. Cordless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools.
    Image of Product. Shown with the Handle Folded. Front orientation. Threaded Insert Installation Tools. Cordless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools.

    Shown with the Handle

    Folded

    Install standard and prongless helical inserts in tight spaces or where no power is available. Hold down the button to drive inserts more quickly than manual tools—the tool then automatically reverses out of the hole. Attach a nosepiece that matches your insert’s thread size.
    Folding Handle—Reach over obstructions and access awkward angles.
    Installation Tools
    Replacement
    Batteries
    Replacement
    Chargers
    Threaded Insert Tool
    Cycle Time, sec.
    No-Load Rotational
    Speed, rpm
    Torque,
    in·lbf
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Handle
    Style
    Handle Range
    of Motion
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    oz.
    Motor
    Type
    Batteries
    Included
    Battery Charger
    Included
    Each
    Each
    Each
    8220 to 4501 to 34.53.6Folding65°10 1/2"16.4BrushedYesYes8887N1100000008887N120000008887N130000000
    Accessories and Replacements for Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Easy-Start Cordless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Insert Installation Tools. Easy-Start Cordless Helical Threaded Insert Installation Tools.
    An easy-start nosepiece compresses your insert’s diameter for smooth entry into tapped holes faster than manual tools. These tools install standard and prongless helical inserts in tight spaces or where power isn’t available. Hold down the button to drive the insert—the tool then automatically reverses out of the hole. These tools require a nosepiece and nosepiece adapter (both sold separately).
    Installation Tools
    Replacement
    Batteries
    Replacement
    Chargers
    Threaded Insert Tool
    Cycle Time, sec.
    No-Load Rotational
    Speed, rpm
    Torque,
    ft·lbf
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    oz.
    Motor
    Type
    Batteries
    Included
    Battery Charger
    Included
    Each
    Each
    Each
    5600 to 8500.17 to 6.99 3/4"17.5BrushlessYesYes8894N110000000008894N130000008894N140000000
    Accessories and Replacements for Threaded Insert Installation Tools
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