Value Collection 45201 Threaded Insert 8-32 Pack of 100

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 45201 is a knurled body open end threaded insert designed for creating strong, reusable internal threads in thin-wall panels, sheet metal, and soft-material assemblies. The insert features an 8-32 thread size with an insert diameter of 0.265 inches and an overall length of 0.42 inches. The knurled outer body locks into a drilled or punched host hole to resist rotation and pull-out under load. Constructed from 1008/1010 steel with a clear protective zinc yellow dichromate finish, this insert delivers reliable corrosion resistance in standard indoor and light industrial environments. Each package contains 100 inserts.

These threaded inserts are suited for light-to-medium duty fastening applications in manufacturing, panel assembly, electrical enclosure fabrication, and HVAC cabinet work. They are typically installed by machine operators, fabricators, or field technicians requiring a secure threaded anchor point in materials too thin to tap directly. The 0.2656-inch required hole diameter and 0.39-inch head diameter make installation straightforward with standard press or hand-set tooling.

Key Features

• 8-32 internal thread for standard machine screw compatibility
• Knurled outer body resists rotation after installation in host material
• Open end design allows thread engagement through full insert length
• 1008/1010 steel construction with zinc yellow dichromate finish for corrosion resistance
• Minimum grip 0.02 inches, maximum grip 0.08 inches for thin-wall applications
• Pack of 100 inserts per package

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style threaded insert for thin-wall panels and assemblies requiring a drilled host hole of 0.2656 inches in diameter to accept the 0.265-inch insert body.

Installation Notes

Threaded inserts of this type are installed by fabricators or assembly technicians using a press, arbor press, or hand-set punch tool. Ensure the host material hole diameter matches the specified 0.2656-inch requirement before installation. Power down any electrical enclosure or assembly before installing inserts in live panels. Do not over-drive the insert, as this can deform the knurling and reduce retention strength.