MIDWEST FASTENER CORP
MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 68461 Hex Drive Threaded Insert #6-32 5/16 in L hardware
Hex drive threaded insert with #6-32 internal thread and 5/16 in length for secure fastening
- TypeThreaded Inserts
- Hex drive enables quick installation with standard tools
- #6-32 internal thread fits matching machine screws
- 5/16 in length suits thin material fastening
- MIDWEST FASTENER brand trusted by professionals
- New condition ensures clean, undamaged threads
Threaded Insert #6-32
This hex-drive threaded insert accepts a #6-32 internal thread and measures 5/16 in length. It is designed for repair or assembly work where a durable female thread is needed in metal, plastic or wood. The part suits technicians, hobbyists and maintenance crews who need a reliable insert for light-duty fastening. It is not intended for high-load structural joints or applications requiring a larger thread size.
Installation Characteristics
The hex drive allows positive engagement with a standard driver, reducing cam-out during installation. Normal hand-tool torque is sufficient; no specialised equipment or high-power drivers are required. The insert draws minimal axial force, so it can be fitted in thin-walled materials without distortion. It is not suited for automated high-speed assembly lines that demand controlled torque feedback.
Pack Contents
The package contains the threaded inserts only; no installation tool, tap, drill bit or thread-locking compound is included. Users must supply a matching hex driver and appropriate tap for the host material. No software, firmware or digital resources accompany this hardware. Buyers needing a complete kit with tools or adhesive should source those items separately.
Highlights
- Hex drive enables quick installation with standard tools
- #6-32 internal thread fits matching machine screws
- 5/16 in length suits thin material fastening
- MIDWEST FASTENER brand trusted by professionals
- New condition ensures clean, undamaged threads
Specifications
| Brand | MIDWEST FASTENER |
|---|---|
| Type | Threaded Inserts |
Questions about this item
How do I install the #6-32 hex drive threaded insert and what step do people miss?
Drive the 5/16 in long insert into a pre-drilled hole using a hex bit; the step often missed is drilling the correct pilot diameter for the external threads so the insert seats fully without stripping.
What maintenance or replacement will the #6-32 threaded insert need over time?
The insert itself is a permanent steel fastener; inspect the internal #6-32 threads if screws are repeatedly removed, and replace the insert only if those threads become damaged or stripped.
What limit appears first when the #6-32 insert is under sustained load?
The limiting factor is the shear and pull-out strength of the parent material surrounding the 5/16 in long insert, not the insert itself, so the host material yields or fails before the steel insert does.
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