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[initeq] Threaded Heat Set Inserts for Plastics Combination (Imperial + Metric) Assortment A 200 Pack

KWD 23

Brand
initeq
Category
Fasteners
Weight
50 g
StyleCombination A 200 Pack
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Special Features

  • Securely and permanently add metal threads to 3D printed parts
  • Far more durable than threading metal fasteners directly into plastic
  • Cheaper than buying 20 packs of each size separately
  • Includes 20 each of the most popular sizes, Imperial and Metric

Description

Pack of 200 threaded inserts. These create much more convenient and professional parts than using "captive nuts" (where you have to design a slot for a nut, and then place the nut in the slot and hold it there while affixing a screw). They also can be used in some situations where captive nuts just don't work. These are inserted into a hole in the print that is slightly smaller than the insert, and set in place using a soldering iron to melt the plastic around the insert. The inserts have a slight taper and small fins that the plastic flows around, resulting in an extremely strong bond.
Rather than adjust designs around the limitations of 3D printing (supports, print bed size, etc), divide your parts into separate components that fasten using these inserts and machine screws. Not only does this give you greater flexibility when designing a part, but also allows you to re-print only failed components rather than full assemblies - saving time and money.

Tips:

Hole size in your product should be slightly smaller than the insert, to allow plastic to flow between the insert's vanes.
Allow the insert time to heat up prior to inserting into the plastic part. The plastic needs to fully melt around the insert and flow between the "fins" for a strong bond

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