Brass Insert (Copper thread Insert)
Brass Insert (Copper thread Insert), Aluminium Alloy, plain, for engineering plastics, PCB assembly.
| Features | Corrosion resistant |
|---|---|
| Thread Diameter | M3–M20 available |
| Thread Standard | Metric M thread |
| Material | Brass |
| Finish | Plain |
| Environmental Compliance | REACH and RoHS compliant |
Overview
This insert family provides a durable internal thread in a material that cannot hold one on its own, either because the parent alloy is softer than the working screw or because the thread will be opened many times over the equipment life. The insert is installed into a prepared hole and becomes the load-bearing thread, so wear and repair happen at the insert rather than in the housing. This listing: thread M3–M20 available, standard Metric M thread, material Brass, finish Plain.
Advantages
Pull-out strength scales with engaged length, so insert length — not thread diameter — is the parameter to increase when a joint pulls out under load.
The installed thread can be renewed or replaced without welding, so a single damaged hole does not condemn an entire casting.
Thread life is transferred from the parent material to a hardened or stainless insert, which is the difference between a housing that survives ten service cycles and one that is scrapped after three.
Applications
Die-cast and machined housings that must accept repeated assembly, repair of stripped threads, and joints where the parent alloy is softer than the mating screw.
State the parent material and the required pull-out load when ordering: hole size, insert length and locking method all follow from those two numbers, not from thread size alone.
Product information is supplied by Toprecision. Custom parts can be produced to drawing — contact us for samples or a quotation.
Specifications across this series
2 parts in this series
| Part | Thread Diameter | Thread Standard | Material | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brass Insert · M3–M20 available / Metric M thread / 304 stainless steel | M3–M20 available | Metric M thread | 304 stainless steel | Plain |
| Brass Insert (Copper thread Insert) · M3–M20 available / Metric M thread / Plain | M3–M20 available | Metric M thread | Brass | Plain |
Values are taken from each part’s own attribute set. Changing length, material or finish changes pull-out strength and installation torque, so compare the row that matches your drawing.
Selection and test data: engagement length, standards, salt-spray hours
FAQ
What are the key dimensions of this part?
Features Corrosion resistant, Thread Diameter M3–M20 available, Thread Standard Metric M thread, Material Brass.
What material and finish is it supplied in?
Brass; Plain.
What should I verify before ordering or installing it?
State the parent material and the required pull-out load when ordering: hole size, insert length and locking method all follow from those two numbers, not from thread size alone.