E-Z LOK 316-004 Threaded Insert for Metal - Standard Wall - 316 Stainless - 4-40 x 10-32

E-Z LOK Threaded Insert for Metal - Standard Wall - 316 Stainless - 4-40 x 10-32

Strong threads made easy

All solid construction E-Z LOK threaded inserts install with standard tools. No special drills...no special taps...no special installation tools.

E-Z LOK external threads are standard size and pitch to permit the use of standard drills and taps. E-Z LOKs can be installed with a screwdriver, bolt/jam nut (except IC series), or optional power drive tool.

E-Z LOKs will not back out or vibrate loose. Immediately upon installation, microencapsulated adhesive begins to set and the newly installed inserts are fastener-ready in 3-5 minutes.

The adhesive seals against liquids and gases to 6,000 psi when fully cured (72 hours).

Features

• Strong: screw machined out of solid steel for greater strength
• Easy to Install: simply drill, tap, and thread in like an ordinary fastener
• 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.