CRL ATS2518 5/16"-18 A-T Series Insert Fasteners

CRL ATS2518 5/16"-18 A-T Series Insert Fasteners

C.R. Laurence ATS2518 5/16"-18 A-T Series Insert Fasteners are expertly designed for light to medium duty fastening applications, allowing for blind installation from one side of the work. These versatile insert fasteners can be seamlessly integrated into a wide range of materials, including aluminum, magnesium, steel, cast iron, plastics, fiberglass, and hardboard, making them a practical choice for various projects. One of the standout features of the ATS2518 is its ability to reduce inventory needs; one insert accommodates any thickness above .030" (.76 mm). This "non-grip sensitive" design eliminates the necessity for multiple part numbers, streamlining your supply chain. The axial knurl under the flange enhances torque resistance, making these inserts reliable and vibration-proof. Ideal for high-speed production, the ATS2518 can be installed at rates of up to 500 pieces per hour, requiring no special skills for installation. They can be utilized with standard drilled or punched holes and can be installed at any stage of the assembly process, even after painting or plating. With wear-resistant threads and self-tightening capabilities, C.R. Laurence ATS2518 Insert Fasteners are a valuable addition to any toolkit, enhancing both product quality and production efficiency.

5/16"-18 A-T Series Insert Fasteners

• Blind Installation (Installs From One Side of Work) for Light to Medium Duty Fastening
• The Unique Method of Installing Load Threads in Virtually Any Material: Aluminum, Magnesium, Steel, Cast Iron, Plastics, Fiberglass, or Hardboard
• Reduces Inventory Because One Insert Works in Any Thickness Above .030" (.76 mm)
• Vibration Proof
• Use to Install Z-Clamps to Posts

CRL Riv-Nuts Steel Insert Fasteners can be used in light and medium duty fastening applications. They can be installed into thinner materials with greater ease than can be accomplished with weld nuts, pierce nuts, clinch nuts, thread tapping, and thread forming screws. They are "non-grip sensitive", one Steel Insert Fastener part number per thread size accommodates any grip over .030" (.76 mm), eliminating the need for various grip ranges.


The unique feature of CRL Riv-Nuts Steel Insert Fasteners is the axial knurl under the flange of the insert. The expansion of the sleeve causes the knurl to bite into the parent material, providing greater torque resistance. Use CRL Riv-Nuts Steel Insert Fasteners to improve your product and speed up production. They're ideal for high-speed installations, as well as low volume applications using manual tools.

Features:
• Wear resistant threads due to unique mechanical properties of installation.
• No special skills are required – installation can be learned in minutes.
• Ideal for high-speed production. Can be installed at rates up to 500 pieces per hour.
• Steel Insert Fasteners self-tighten with repeated use.
• Use in standard drilled or punched holes.
• No deburring necessary.
• Can be installed at any point of the assembly operation with portable tools.
• Can be installed after painting or plating.
• Metric and other sizes, aluminum, brass or stainless steel available on special order.


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