Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel Wire Thread Insert: Wear-Resistant & Corrosion-Proof Thread Reinforcement
Core Features
Detailed Description
Ordinary stainless steel thread inserts (e.g., 304, 316) often fail in high-wear or aggressive chemical environments due to insufficient hardness and abrasion resistance. The Nitronic 60 Wire Thread Insert solves this pain point by leveraging Nitronic 60’s unique alloy composition—21% chromium, 18% nickel, 2.5% manganese, and 0.1% nitrogen— which delivers exceptional hardness (HRB 95), tensile strength (≥1000 MPa), and resistance to galling (seizing). It not only enhances thread load-bearing capacity but also reduces maintenance costs by extending component service life. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of its specifications, features, production quality, installation, and applications.
Product Specifications & Parameters (Text-Image Combination)
Basic Parameter Table
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Item |
Specification |
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Product Name |
Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel Wire Thread Insert |
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Material |
Nitronic 60 (UNS S21800, ASTM A240) |
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Surface Color |
Natural silver-white / Passivated matte gray |
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Surface Coating |
Optional: Dry film lubrication, PTFE coating, chrome plating |
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Thread Type |
Metric (ISO), Inch (UNC/UNF) |
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Metric Size Range |
M1.6*0.35~M20*2.5 |
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Inch UNC Size |
2-56 ~ 3/4”-10 |
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Inch UNF Size |
4-48 ~ 3/4”-16 |
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Temperature Range |
-270℃ (cryogenic) ~ +600℃ (continuous service) |
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Tensile Strength |
≥1000 MPa |
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Hardness |
HRB 95 (2x harder than 316 stainless steel) |
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Corrosion Resistance |
Resists seawater, sulfuric acid (≤10%), nitric acid (≤20%), food-grade acids |
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Production Standard |
MS21209, DIN8140, ISO 898-6, FDA 21 CFR §177.2400 (for food contact) |
Common Specifications Detail Table
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Diameter (d) |
Pitch (P) |
Length Specification (1d/1.5d/2d/2.5d/3d) |
Outer Diameter (Dz) |
Tap Diameter (do) |
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M1.6 |
0.35 |
1.6mm/2.4mm/3.2mm/4.0mm/4.8mm |
2.08~2.18mm |
1.7mm |
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M2 |
0.4 |
2mm/3mm/4mm/5mm/6mm |
2.60~2.80mm |
2.1mm |
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M3 |
0.5 |
3mm/4.5mm/6mm/7.5mm/9mm |
3.80~4.00mm |
3.2mm |
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M4 |
0.7 |
4mm/6mm/8mm/10mm/12mm |
5.05~5.25mm |
4.2mm |
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M5 |
0.8 |
5mm/7.5mm/10mm/12.5mm/15mm |
6.35~6.60mm |
5.2mm |
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M6 |
1.0 |
6mm/9mm/12mm/15mm/18mm |
7.60~7.85mm |
6.3mm |
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M8 |
1.25 |
8mm/12mm/16mm/20mm/24mm |
9.85~10.10mm |
8.4mm |
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M10 |
1.5 |
10mm/15mm/20mm/25mm/30mm |
12.10~12.50mm |
10.5mm |
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M12 |
1.75 |
12mm/18mm/24mm/30mm/36mm |
14.40~14.80mm |
12.5mm |
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M16 |
2.0 |
16mm/24mm/32mm/40mm/48mm |
19.00~19.40mm |
16.5mm |
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M20 |
2.5 |
20mm/30mm/40mm/50mm/60mm |
23.70~24.10mm |
20.6mm |
Installation Steps (Text-Image Combination)
Drill the Pilot Hole ：Use a high-speed steel (HSS) twist drill matching the tap diameter (refer to the “Tap Diameter (do)” column in the specification table). For example, for an M6 insert, use a 6.3mm drill. The hole depth should be 1-2mm longer than the insert length to avoid bottoming during installation.
Tap the Thread ：Use a Nitronic 60-compatible tap (e.g., HSS-E tap with TiAlN coating) to tap internal threads. Apply a water-soluble cutting fluid (avoid oil-based fluids for food/pharma applications) to reduce tap wear and ensure clean threads.
Clean the Hole：Remove metal chips with a nylon thread brush (avoid steel brushes that scratch the insert’s surface) and blow out debris with compressed air (≤0.5MPa) to prevent thread jamming.
Install the Insert：Screw the Nitronic 60 insert onto a standard wire thread insert installation tool (hexagonal drive), align it with the tapped hole, and turn clockwise with a torque wrench. Recommended torque for M8 inserts: 12-15 N·m. Stop when the insert is flush with the workpiece surface (no protrusion or recess).
Verify InstallationTest ：the fit with a matching bolt (e.g., M8×1.25 stainless steel bolt). The bolt should screw in smoothly with no play, and reverse torque (to remove the bolt) should be ≥70% of the installation torque—this confirms the insert is securely seated.
Why Choose FH Flight’s Tangless Wire Thread Insert?
20+ Years of Expertise: As a national high-tech enterprise with over two decades in fastener manufacturing, we bring unmatched technical know-how to every product.
Strict Quality Control: Every insert undergoes 5-stage inspection (IQC, IPQCS, FQC, OQC, and SGS testing) to ensure compliance with global standards.
Fast Delivery: Common specifications are in stock (100,000+ pieces minimum), with 12-hour dispatch for urgent orders. Custom sizes ship in 10–15 days.
Free Samples & Technical Support: We offer free samples (up to 5 pieces) for performance testing, plus professional guidance on installation and selection.
Customization Capabilities: Beyond standard sizes, we tailor inserts to your unique requirements (e.g., special materials, lengths, or surface treatments).
Order & Support
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 100 pieces for standard sizes; flexible MOQ for custom orders.
Payment Terms: 100% T/T in advance (negotiable for long-term partners).
Shipping: Partner with DHL, FedEx, and UPS for global delivery; sea freight available for bulk orders.
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