Threaded Inserts For Wood

Available in various fastener types depending on application.

Threaded inserts for wood.

To protect the internal threads from epoxy cover the end of the insert as shown below. Product overview ideal for use in applications like furniture cabinetry tap handles and storm windows knife thread inserts provide strong machine threads in hard wood. Choose from our selection of threaded inserts including helical inserts key locking inserts and more. Proprietary external threads slice into wood for superior holding power.

In stock and ready to ship. Drill a hole the size of the body into the wood for the threaded metal insert. Drill a hole sized for the body of the insert and press it into place with a clamp or tap it in with a hammer and a block of wood. Simply drill a pilot hole thread in the insert with a screwdriver or t wrench and use a machine screw or bolt to attach the other part.

Threaded inserts for wood are also often used to reinforce stripped joins. One of the benefits of threaded wood inserts is they can be used in a variety of wood assemblies. Use wherever assembly or disassembly can lead to thread erosion or stripping. Working with hard woods such as oak and maple or working close to the edge of the wood can result in splitting the wood.

Their coarse outer threads cut cleanly into wood applications. Press in inserts with their barbed exteriors work well in hard woods soft woods and plywood. External protrusions bite into the wood preventing the nut from either turning or pulling out. Threaded inserts are fasteners that are used to convert threads between inch and metric repair stripped threads or create long lasting threads in or plastic metal wood or composite materials.

Threaded in inserts are best for softer woods and plywood. They can also be used to convert a standard threaded hole to accept metric fasteners and vice versa. Most types of threaded inserts including externally threaded barbed and grooved rivet nuts and tee nuts remain stationary against thread friction. Insert nuts provide strong machine screw threading in soft woods or substrates.

They re commonly used to create a firm bond in furniture pieces like a chair and table legs.