Product Description
These compact metric self-clinching aluminum nuts are explicitly engineered to establish strong, load-bearing threads in ultra-thin alloy sheets without causing structural deformation. When pressed into position using a parallel squeezing force, the hardware utilizes a unique undercut design that causes the host material to cold flow cleanly around the shank. This seamless integration features a serrated clinching ring that completely locks the nut against high torque-out and pushout forces, making it ideal for tight-tolerance, weight-sensitive applications.
High Pushout and Torque-Out Resistance: The proprietary cold-flow undercut design tightly interlocks with the panel material to withstand heavy axial and rotational stress.
Galvanic Compatibility Optimization: Fabricated from premium aluminum to ensure a perfect mechanical and chemical match in lightweight aluminum sheet applications.
Ultra-Thin Panel Adaptation: Reliably provides precise internal metric threading in delicate metal panels that are otherwise impossible to conventionally tap.
Clean, Weld-Free Installation: Simplifies modern manufacturing processes by removing the need for specialized welding, hot tapping, or loose hardware backing.
Product Specs
- SKU:
- CLA-M3-1
- Part Number:
- CLA-M3-1
- Thread Size:
- M3 x 0.5
- Thread Specification:
- Internal, ASME B1.13M, 6H
- Thread Type:
- Internal
- Fastener Material:
- Aluminum
- Minimum Sheet Thickness:
- 1.00 mm
- Hole Size in Sheet:
- 4.75 mm (+0.08 mm)
- Minimum Distance Hole Centerline to Edge:
- 5.6 mm
- For Use in Sheet Hardness:
- HRB 50 / HB 82 or less
