Value Collection MP45236 1/4-28 Unf Rivet Nut Insert 25 Pack

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MP45236 is a cadmium-plated steel knurled rivet nut insert threaded to the 1/4-28 UNF standard. It is designed to create a permanent, load-bearing threaded hole in thin sheet metal, plastics, and other materials where back-side access is limited or unavailable. The knurled body resists spinning during and after installation, providing a secure anchor for fasteners in structural and mechanical assemblies. With a body diameter of 0.4 inches, a body length of 0.515 inches, and a grip range of 0.03 to 0.09 inches, this insert suits thin-gauge applications. This package contains 25 inserts.

These rivet nut inserts are used in light fabrication, HVAC sheet metal panels, electrical enclosures, automotive bodywork, and equipment chassis where a reliable threaded anchor is needed without welding or tapping. They are installed with a rivet nut setting tool and are appropriate for applications requiring a UNF thread in base materials too thin for conventional tapping. Machinists, sheet metal fabricators, and maintenance technicians are the typical installers.

Key Features

• 1/4-28 UNF internal thread for standard fastener compatibility
• Knurled body resists rotation during and after installation
• Cadmium plating provides corrosion resistance in mild environments
• Grip range of 0.03 to 0.09 inches suits thin-gauge base materials
• Maximum installed length of 0.257 inches minimizes protrusion on the blind side
• Sold in a 25-count package for small-batch and repair use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or general-use rivet nut insert for thin-sheet applications requiring a 1/4-28 UNF threaded anchor with a 3/8-inch drill hole preparation.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a rivet nut setting tool sized for 1/4-28 UNF inserts. Prepare the base material with a 3/8-inch through-hole before insertion. Ensure the base material thickness falls within the 0.03 to 0.09 inch grip range before setting to avoid under-set or over-set conditions. De-energize or depressurize any assembly before installing inserts into live panels or pressurized enclosures.