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#8-32 Steel Threaded Inserts

3603-STS

Item No: 3603-STS
 
 

Product Information

Installing solid brass threaded inserts in hardwoods like maple, white oak, or cherry, has always required experimentation to determine just the right pilot hole size to avoid folding over the external threads. The special threads on these solid steel inserts have a beefy cross section designed for use in hardwoods. Just drill the prescribed pilot hole, and with rare exception, the insert will screw right in. Drive these with a metric sized hex wrench, or the appropriately sized driver to install. Sold in a pack of 10. Made in Germany.

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Internal Threads: 8-32

Requires Drill Size: 1/4"

Overall Length: 25/64"

Drive Type: 4mm Hex

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5.0

Threaded Inserts 8-32

By Harvey

from Northridge, CA

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Pros

  • Easy To Install
  • Easy To Use
  • Perfect for building jigs

Cons

  • None noted

Best Uses

  • Small Knock-down Projects

Comments about #8-32 Steel Threaded Inserts:

Perfect product for building home made jigs and other small projects that need to be assembled and taken apart with future re-assembly in mind. I would recommend lubricating the threads with beeswax prior to threading, especially in hardwoods. One thing I needed to do was to re-thread the internal threads for my project. No flaws in the product but I needed a 10-32 thread for my current project. Not having 10-32 inserts available at McFeeley's I just purchased the 8-32 and re-tapped the threads. Took about 5 minutes and was effortless. Saved a lot of trouble having to search the internet for 10-32 internal threads. Great product [...]

 
5.0

This is a great product

By Jim

from Alhambra, IL

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Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy To Install
  • Easy To Use

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Gifts

    Comments about #8-32 Steel Threaded Inserts:

    I build small lighted display stands to display engraved mirrors and these inserts are the best way that i've found to bolt two pieces of wood together so that they are sturdy and easily taken apart for repair or modification. [...]

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    3603-STD 4mm Hex Driver for 8-32 Inserts
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    $12.35
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