Westward
Westward Rivet Nut Tool 6-32 8-32 10-24 1/4-20
Hand rivet nut tool installs 6-32, 8-32, 10-24 and 1/4-20 inserts with four included mandrels
- Hand installation tool fits #6-32, #8-32, #10-24 and 1/4-20 threads
- Four included mandrels cover all listed thread sizes for immediate use
- Aluminium and steel construction resists wear during repeated fastening
- Plastic grip reduces hand fatigue while applying installation force
- High-speed steel components maintain precision through extended service life
Westward Rivet Nut Tool
This Westward rivet nut tool installs threaded inserts in sizes #6-32, #8-32, #10-24 and 1/4-20. It is a hand installation tool built from aluminium and steel with a plastic grip. The kit includes four mandrels matched to the listed thread sizes. It suits maintenance and fabrication tasks that require permanent threads in thin material.
Manual operation limits force and speed
Hand leverage determines the maximum rivet nut size and material hardness the tool can set. Larger diameters such as 1/4-20 demand more effort than smaller threads. The tool cannot match the cycle rate or consistent pressure of pneumatic or hydraulic equipment. Extended use on hard substrates may fatigue the operator before the fastener is fully clinched.
Simple setup with mandrel swaps
Installing a mandrel requires threading it into the nose assembly and tightening the locknut; no special tools are needed. The most common issue is cross-threading the mandrel or leaving it loose, which strips the rivet nut during installation. Users must also verify the mandrel matches the insert thread size to avoid damaging the fastener.
Highlights
- Hand installation tool fits #6-32, #8-32, #10-24 and 1/4-20 threads
- Four included mandrels cover all listed thread sizes for immediate use
- Aluminium and steel construction resists wear during repeated fastening
- Plastic grip reduces hand fatigue while applying installation force
- High-speed steel components maintain precision through extended service life
Specifications
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Questions about this item
Which thread size should I pick for my rivet nuts?
The tool includes mandrels for #6-32, #8-32, #10-24 and 1/4-20 thread sizes, covering the four most common inch-series rivet nut diameters in one kit.
How does the hand-operated mechanism perform in daily use?
A lever-action design multiplies hand force to set aluminum or steel rivet nuts cleanly in sheet metal, plastic or composite panels without compressed air.
What does the inch measurement system mean for thread compatibility?
All mandrels and the nosepiece are cut to Unified inch threads, so they fit standard SAE rivet nuts but will not engage metric-threaded inserts.
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