Threaded Inserts From Wixroyd
What is...
The primary use for Threaded Inserts is repairing damaged threads and improving the thread strength of the parent material, but they can also be used as a method of changing to or from unified to metric threads as well. Wixroyd’s Threaded Inserts feature a locking key design and are available in steel, carbon steel or stainless steel. They are also easy to install and remove without the need for special drills, tape or pre-winder tools. We are able to provide military grade Threaded Inserts on request as well as regular specifications for commercial use.
Note: internal threads over 5/16 feature four locking keys, smaller internal thread feature two. If you would like more assistance on using Threaded Inserts for your application, our technical support team is happy to provide assistance, or you can request a free catalogue with detailed product specifications.
A heavy duty insert that is an ideal solution for strengthening a parent hole or to repair a damaged thread. Four locking keys on internal threads over 5/16, two locking keys for under.
Stainless steel versions of our heavy duty inserts, suited for corrosion resistant applications.
Metric threaded stainless thinwall inserts for an inexpensive option to giving a parent hole more strength.
Carbon steel, imperial thinwall thread inserts. There is slight variation between its outside and inside diameters, whilst still offering substantial strength.
Metric, stainless Threaded Inserts for heavy duty applications. Wide range of sizes available.
Metric, carbon steel Threaded Inserts for heavy duty applications. Wide range of sizes available.
Imperial, stainless Threaded Inserts for heavy duty applications. Wide range of sizes available.
Imperial, carbon steel Threaded Inserts for heavy duty applications. Wide range of sizes available.
These extra heavy duty Threaded Inserts feature increased wall thickness and greater external thread area for maximum durability. Imperial threads, stainless steel.
These extra heavy duty Threaded Inserts feature increased wall thickness and greater external thread area for maximum durability. Imperial threads, carbon steel.
For the plugging of threads and other unused holes, solid inserts provide a quick and easy to install solution. Metric, carbon steel.
For the plugging of threads and other unused holes, solid inserts provide a quick and easy to install solution. Metric, stainless steel.
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Features
- Solid, one-piece construction providing high pull-out strengths.
- Key locking design provides a positive mechanical lock against rotation of the insert.
- Easy installation and removal.
- Installation with standard drills and taps.
- No pre-winder tools required.
- No tangs to break off and account for in the assembly.
- For use in a wide variety of materials.
- Both metric and imperial sizes available in coarse and fine pitches.
Installation
Installation
- Select desired Threaded Insert. From the product data table, identify the installation drill and tap sizes (note the drill is slightly oversized deliberately). Drill with standard tap drill, as per product data table, and countersink with standard 82-100º countersink.
- Tap new threads with standard tap – as specified in product data table.
- Screw in the insert until it is 0.254 to 0.762mm (0.010 to 0.030 inch) below the surface.
- Drive keys down with several hammer taps on the installation tool. See product data table for correct tool.
- Insert is installed.
Removal
Wixroyd Threaded Inserts, if required, can be removed without damage to the parent/surrounding material. Follow these steps:
1. Refer to the product data table of the installed Threaded Insert and identify the drill size and drill depth required for removal. Drill out the material between the insert keys and the internal thread to specified depth.
2. Bend the locking keys inward and break off.
3. Remove the old insert using a screw extractor or similar.
4. Install a replacement insert into the original tapped hole as per installation instruction above.
Material
Carbon steel inserts, stainless steel inserts and solid inserts.
