Nitronic 60 CRES threaded inserts
Nitronic 60 CRES threaded inserts
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Has anyone used Nitronic 60 CRES keylock threaded inserts? If so, did you use them with stainless steel screws? Did you have any problems with galling? I was planning on using them with both #6-32 and #8-32 stainless steel screws. The screws would need to be removed and replaced about once a year over the next 30 years. We never use anti-seize compound and if I order the insert with dry film lube it seems like it may take longer to get. I could possibly use zinc plated steel inserts with the stainless steel screws unless that would be bad considering galvanic corrosion from dissimillar metals. The environment is room temp and humidity controlled not close to any water. Thanks for your help.





RE: Nitronic 60 CRES threaded inserts
With small fastener sizes like #6 or #8, key-locked or ring-locked thread inserts are the most reliable types. The solid wall construction that they have results in a more accurate internal thread shape after installation than other types of inserts like helicoils.
RE: Nitronic 60 CRES threaded inserts
I recommend that you have the screws coated with a dry film lubricant. If they go bad, you can replace the screw much easier than the insert.
RE: Nitronic 60 CRES threaded inserts
I agree with CoryPad, lubricants are a must. I have tried dry film lubricants and other anti-seize compounds. I found different ones work depending on environment.
Chris, CSWA
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RE: Nitronic 60 CRES threaded inserts
RE: Nitronic 60 CRES threaded inserts
Chris, CSWA
SolidWorks 14
ctopher's home
SolidWorks Legion
RE: Nitronic 60 CRES threaded inserts