Value Collection BDKP36393 Thread Locking Insert 6-32 1/4-20

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BDKP36393 is a thread locking insert designed for thread repair applications in threaded assemblies. It features a 6-32 internal thread and a 1/4-20 external thread in the UNC thread standard, allowing it to restore damaged or stripped internal threads to a functional state. Made from carbon steel with a bright finish, this insert measures 0.28 inches in overall length and is suited for use in ferrous and similar base materials. Technicians install these inserts to salvage tapped holes without machining a new hole or replacing a component entirely.

This insert is commonly used in mechanical maintenance, equipment repair, and manufacturing rework scenarios where a 6-32 internal thread has been stripped or damaged. The 1/4-20 external thread drives into a pre-drilled and tapped host hole, locking in place to provide a secure, load-bearing 6-32 internal thread. Suitable for use in light machinery, electrical enclosures, and general industrial fastening applications. These inserts ship in a package quantity of 10, making them practical for service technicians and maintenance crews who encounter repeated thread repair needs.

Key Features

• 6-32 internal thread provides a restored, clean thread profile in the repaired hole
• 1/4-20 external thread anchors securely into the host material
• UNC thread standard ensures compatibility with standard inch-series fasteners
• Carbon steel construction with bright finish for durability in general-purpose applications
• Compact 0.28-inch overall length fits in shallow or space-constrained tapped holes
• Packaged in quantities of 10 for multi-repair jobs

Compatibility

Designed as a thread repair insert for any assembly requiring a 6-32 internal thread restored via a 1/4-20 external thread drive in UNC thread form. No specific model or system compatibility was stated in the product data.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a machinist or maintenance technician using a dedicated thread insert installation tool. The damaged hole must be drilled out and re-tapped to the 1/4-20 UNC specification before the insert is driven in. Ensure the host material and hole depth are within the required specifications before driving the insert. De-energize or lock out any equipment before performing thread repair work on live machinery.