Value Collection KP80173 Open End Rivet Nut 6-32 25 Pack

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION KP80173 is an open-end rivet nut designed for creating strong, reusable threaded inserts in thin-gauge materials where only one side of the workpiece is accessible. Made from steel with a cadmium-plated finish for corrosion resistance, this fastener accepts a 6-32 threaded fastener and handles grip ranges from 0.01 inches minimum to 0.075 inches maximum. Each package contains 25 rivet nuts. Installers in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general sheet-metal fabrication use rivet nuts when welding or tapping is not practical on thin panels or enclosures.

Open-end rivet nuts are commonly used in residential and light commercial applications where access is limited to one face of the material. Typical install scenarios include mounting panels, securing equipment housings, attaching brackets to sheet-metal enclosures, and any application where a permanent threaded anchor is needed in a thin substrate. The cadmium plating provides added resistance in environments with moderate exposure to moisture. This 25-piece pack suits small jobs and field repair kits alike.

Key Features

• Open-end design allows for continuous thread engagement through the body
• Steel construction provides reliable tensile and shear strength
• Cadmium-plated finish adds corrosion protection
• 6-32 thread size fits standard machine screws
• Grip range of 0.01 to 0.075 inches suits thin sheet-metal and panel work
• 25-piece package quantity supports field kits and small-volume jobs

Compatibility

Designed as a standard open-end rivet nut for use in thin-gauge steel, aluminum, or similar sheet materials where a 6-32 threaded insert is required and only single-sided access is available.

Installation Notes

Rivet nuts are installed using a dedicated rivet nut tool or setting mandrel matched to the 6-32 thread size. Ensure the pilot hole diameter matches the rivet nut body specification before insertion. Do not over-set the nut, as excessive force can deform the flange or strip the thread. Cadmium-plated fasteners should be handled with appropriate precautions per applicable safety guidelines.