Westward
Westward rivet nut tool 8-32 10-24 10-32
Hand installation tool sets rivet nuts in #8-32, #10-24 and #10-32 threads using three included steel mandrels
- Hand-install rivet nuts with #8-32, #10-24, #10-32 threads
- Steel body resists wear during repeated fastening jobs
- Three mandrels included match each supplied thread size
- PVC grip reduces hand fatigue during extended use
- Inch-thread compatibility suits common automotive and fabrication work
Hand rivet nut tool for #8-32, #10-24.
This hand-operated installation tool sets rivet nuts in three inch-thread sizes: #8-32, #10-24, and #10-32. It is built from steel with a PVC grip and ships with three matching mandrels. The tool suits maintenance, fabrication, and assembly tasks where permanent blind threads are required. It is not suited for metric-thread inserts or high-volume production lines needing pneumatic force.
Manual leverage limits for blind-thread installation
Setting force depends entirely on the operator’s hand strength and the workpiece material. Thick or hard sheet metal may demand more pressure than the lever can deliver, risking incomplete clinch or mandrel slippage. The included mandrels cover only the three listed inch sizes; other thread pitches require separate tooling. California Proposition 65 warnings note chemicals linked to cancer and reproductive harm.
Simple mandrel swap, watch for thread mismatch
Changing mandrels is a quick hand operation, but the correct size must match the rivet nut exactly to avoid stripped threads or stuck mandrels. Users should verify the insert thread before each job, as the three inch sizes are close enough to confuse. The steel body resists wear, yet the PVC grip can degrade with solvent exposure. No power source or air supply is needed, keeping setup minimal.
Highlights
- Hand-install rivet nuts with #8-32, #10-24, #10-32 threads
- Steel body resists wear during repeated fastening jobs
- Three mandrels included match each supplied thread size
- PVC grip reduces hand fatigue during extended use
- Inch-thread compatibility suits common automotive and fabrication work
Specifications
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Questions about this item
Should I pick the #8-32, #10-24 or #10-32 mandrel for my rivet nuts?
The tool ships with three mandrels matching #8-32, #10-24 and #10-32 threads; choose the mandrel that matches the thread size of the rivet nut you are installing.
What does the California Proposition 65 warning mean for daily workshop use?
The warning indicates the tool contains a chemical known to California to cause cancer and reproductive harm; follow normal shop hygiene such as washing hands after use and avoiding dust inhalation.
How does the hand-operated design limit the thread sizes I can install?
Manual leverage restricts practical use to the three supplied inch-thread mandrels (#8-32, #10-24, #10-32); larger or harder inserts would require a pneumatic or hydraulic tool.
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