Fasteners: Threaded Inserts

Versa-Nut® - Large Flange / Open End

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Material Sizes Product Series Data Sheets Steel M4, M5, M6, M8 0VN21 Metric

Description

Multi-grip means the insert has the capability to join component parts having a broad range of thicknesses or where thickness varies along the length of an application. This enables a designer to reduce the size or number of inserts in an assembly and may help reduce inventory where a variety of insert sizes might otherwise be necessary. The large blind side footprint and large flange head both serve as load bearing surfaces which absorb the force of setting the insert. Otherwise the setting force, or clamp load, could accumulate in the application material and might damage the material. Additionally ,the application material is clamped between the large flange of the insert and the blind side leg formation during installation, resulting in high resistance to pull-out loads and torque-to-turn.

The combination of large blind side bearing surface, large flange head and multi-grip grip range makes the Versa-Nut® insert ideal for use in thin sheet, soft, brittle and low strength materials.

Features

• Installed quickly by using simple handtools (less than 3 seconds)
• Require only blind side access
• Extra large blind side bearing area after placing
• Higher pull out and torque-to-turn resistance
• Less radial loading of holes in brittle materials
• Less risk of cracking and de-lamination of composites
• Up to twice the grip range of standard blind inserts
• Enables a designer to reduce the size or number of fasteners in an assembly
• Covers large variations of thicknesses

• Composite Moulded Parts
• Magnesium
• Thin Sheet Aluminium
• Plastics

• Automotive trim and mouldings
• Trucks and trailers sandwich sections and panelling
• Domestic appliances - Handles, adjustable feet and fixing points
• Plastic fabrications - Assembly of plastic recreation equipment

Specifications

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1) Recommended maximum torque as applied to a joint with a static top plate. Thread of insert will not be damaged. However this torque value may exceed the strength of the screw or bolt in question. Always refer to the recommended tightening torque limits for the screw or bolt.

Installation Tools

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