Threaded Inserts

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Threaded Inserts
Laura Hansen Jeremiah Johnstun
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Purpose of Threaded Inserts

• Repair Damaged Threads
• Reduce Thread Pitch and Angle Errors
• Distributes Load More Evenly
• In Soft Materials
• Improves Holding Capacity
• Reduces Thread Wear

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Angle and Thread Pitch Errors
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Distributes Load More Evenly
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Advantages of Threaded Inserts

• Low cost
• Blind installation
• Permanent, reliable fastening
• Eliminates the need for welding or tapping

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Most Common Threaded Inserts

• Coil Type
• Wire wound into a helical coil
• Larger diameter than tapped holeapplies
  compression
• Can be self-threading or drilled and tapped

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• Rivet Type
• Can be installed blind
• Can be used on sheet metal and fiberglass
• Cheaper and easier than welded studs for
  non-permanent applications

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