5 Facts About Threaded Inserts

Fasteners are hardware devices that mechanically join two or more objects together. Generally, they are utilized to create temporary joints that can be removed later without damaging the mating objects. As there is a wide range of fasteners, many are distinguished by their unique characteristics. For instance, threaded fasteners are fastening elements that are defined by having internal or external screw threads, those of which include screws, nuts, bolts, washers, and inserts.

Threaded inserts in particular are utilized in a myriad of industry verticals including the aerospace, military, civil, and manufacturing sectors. Also called threaded bushings, their tube-like shape is designed to accommodate its threaded fastener counterparts. With threaded inserts, threaded holes can be added to various components. More than that, they distribute forces from the fastener over a larger area to achieve a greater clamping force with the same fasteners. Additionally, once installed, they withstand vibration without loosening.

1. Fixed Stripped Holes

When utilizing fasteners in soft materials like wood, you may accidentally strip the threaded hole, which can be frustrating. A simple solution to this: threaded inserts. By placing a threaded insert inside a stripped hole, you are provided with new, uniform threading. In addition, threaded fasteners will spin freely when turned inside of a stripped hole.

2. Available in Blind Styles

Threaded inserts are made in blind styles, those of which only require access to a single side during installation. Rather than having access to the front and back like other fasteners, you only necessitate access to one side to install it. In the aerospace manufacturing industry, blind threaded fasteners are preferred for their ease-of-installation.

3. Made of Coiled Wire

Threaded inserts can be made of coiled wire which consists of a single piece of coiled wire, either stainless steel or bronze, in a helical shape. These types of threaded inserts look like a spring and feature threading. Furthermore, they can be inserted into a hole to support a bolt.

4. Interior v. Exterior Threading

When looking to purchase threaded inserts, you must consider the location of the threading. All threaded inserts are designed with an interior threading that enables them to support a bolt. In some variations, they may have an exterior threading as well. The exterior threading allows you to drive the threaded insert into a separate threaded hole.

5. Easy to Use

One of the main reasons threaded inserts find use in many applications is because they are easy to use. However, since there are many different types of thread inserts, installation requirements may differ. For instance, press-fit threaded inserts have knurled exteriors, meaning that they must be pressed into a threaded hole. Similarly, potted threaded inserts are installed in the same way with the exception that they take advantage of epoxy. Regardless of the type of threaded insert you opt for, they are all generally easy to install.

Conclusion

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1. rafael goodwin
2. Posted on August 17, 2022
aviation

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