E-Z LOK 313-M8 Threaded Insert - Thin Wall - 303 Stainless Steel - M8-1.25 x 7/16-20 x 0.438" OAL Pack of 5

E-Z LOK Threaded Insert for Metal - Thin Wall - 303 Stainless Steel - M8-1.25 x 7/16-20 x 0.438" OAL

E-Z LOK (Solid Wall) Thin Wall inserts offer the advantages of E-Z LOK (Solid Wall) Standard Wall threaded inserts while using a hole size virtually the same as E-Z Coil inserts. Like all E-Z LOK (Solid Wall) threaded inserts, the Thin Wall design is installed using standard drills and taps. Installation is performed with a screwdriver, bolt/jam nut, or optional E-Z LOK drive tool.

E-Z LOK (Solid Wall) Thin Wall inserts are self-locking. Immediately upon installation, pre-applied LOCTITE on the external threads begins to set and the newly installed insert is fastener ready in minutes. At full cure (72 hours), the Loctite seals against liquids and gases to pressures of 6,000 psi.

Features

• Ideal for applications where hole size is an issue
• All the advantages of the standard E-Z LOK threaded inserts in a smaller overall diameter
• Standard OD Threads: permit the use of standard drills and taps
• Self-locking preapplied LOCTITE adhesive activates on installation
• Vibration Resistant: adhesive secures the insert in place so it wont back out
• Seals against Liquids/Gases: to pressures of 6,000 psi.

Applications:

Soft metals: aluminum, cast iron, magnesium, etc.

Installation:

Unlike coil inserts, which require a special tap and installation tool, E-Z LOK (Solid Wall) threaded inserts for metal are installed using standard tools, and installation is as easy as 1-2-3. Simply drill the appropriately sized hole with a standard drill Tap the hole with a standard tap Turn in the E-Z LOK (Solid Wall) insert like an ordinary fastener with a screwdriver, bolt and jam nut, or an E-Z LOK drive tool. E-Z LOK (Solid Wall) threaded inserts are self-locking and open immediately upon installation. The pre-applied LOCTITE on the external threads sets immediately allowing for the newly installed insert to be fastener ready. E-Z LOK solid wall threaded inserts are typically installed with the slots up. The slots accommodate a screwdriver or E-Z LOK drive tool. When using a bolt and jam nuts for installation, the slotted end of the insert can be either up or down.