Product Description
These self-clinching aluminum nuts are engineered to provide strong, load-bearing threads in ultra-thin sheets. When pressed into a properly sized hole, the fastener utilizes a parallel squeezing force that prompts the host sheet metal to cold flow into an undercut, permanently locking the nut into place as an integral part of the assembly. The design features a specialized serrated clinching ring that completely prevents the hardware from rotating or spinning after installation, making it an ideal choice for high-vibration configurations.
High Pushout and Torque-Out Resistance: The cold-flow undercut combined with a serrated clinching ring guarantees maximum mechanical retention against rotation and push-out forces.
Aluminum Compatibility: Specifically designed and recommended for installation into light-alloy aluminum panels to ensure optimal galvanic compatibility.
Low-Profile Threading: Establishes strong internal threads in panels that are otherwise too thin to be conventionally tapped.
Clean Fastening Solution: Eliminates the need for welding, tapping, or secondary mounting hardware, reducing manufacturing cycle times.
Product Specs
- SKU:
- CLA-032-2
- Part Number:
- CLA-032-2
- Thread Size:
- .190-32 (#10-32)
- Thread Specification:
- Internal, ASME B1.1, 2BInternal, ASME B1.1, 2B
- Thread Type:
- Internal
- Fastener Material:
- Aluminum
- Minimum Sheet Thickness:
- .056 in.
- Hole Size in Sheet:
- .296 in. (+.003 - .000)
- Minimum Distance Hole Centerline to Edge:
- .310 in.
- For Use in Sheet Hardness:
- HRB 50 / HB 82 or less
