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Threaded Inserts
Improve integration of your 3D printed part today.
THREADED INSERTS ARE PERFECT FOR PARTS THAT REQUIRE:
Integration
Attach standard electronics, fasteners and parts.
Assembly
Repeated assembly and dis-assembly without degradation.
Standardisation
Create a modular system of attachments.
Choose a threaded insert size based on your load case.
Adjust your 3D file for threaded inserts making sure they follow the design guidelines.
Create a technical drawing specifying the locations and sizes of threaded inserts.
Upload your 3D file and drawing using our 3D print form for a quote.
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HOW TO ORDER PARTS WITH THREADED INSERTS
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1. CHOOSING AN INSERT
AX3D offers a range of threaded inserts capable of handling the following loads:
LOADING CAPABILITIES
Insert size
Pull strength (N)
Pull strength (kg)
Torque (Nm)
M2
602.4
61.4
2Nm
M2.5
698.5
71.2
2.5Nm
M3 Short
1153.2
117.6
2.5Nm
M3
1269.5
129.5
2.5Nm
M4 Short
2009.5
204.9
3Nm
M4
2370.3
241.7
3Nm
M5 Short
2959.5
301.8
3.5Nm
M5
3122.0
318.4
4Nm
M6
4206.3
498.9
5Nm
M8
6006.2
612.5
5Nm
2. ADJUSTING YOUR 3D FILE FOR THREADED INSERTS
Adjusting your 3D file to adhere to your chose inserts dimensions is required. A design technician will check your part before manufacturing however, if the model is not correctly designed, AX3D is not liable. Use the guide below to help.
THREADED INSERT SIZES
Insert size
Thread size (M)
Diameter (ØD)
Height (H)
M2
M2
3.6mm
3mm
M2.5
M2.5
4.6mm
4mm
M3 Short
M3
4.6mm
3mm
M3
M3
4.6mm
5.7mm
M4 Short
M4
6.3mm
4mm
M4
M4
6.3mm
8.1mm
M5 Short
M5
7.1mm
5.8mm
M5
M5
7.1mm
9.5mm
M6
M6
8.7mm
12.7mm
M8
M8
10.2mm
12.7mm
HOLE SIZES
Insert size
Hole diameter (ØD)
Height (H)
M2
3.2mm
4mm (min)
M2.5
4mm
5mm (min)
M3 Short
4mm
4mm (min)
M3
4mm
6.7mm (min)
M4 Short
5.6mm
5mm (min)
M4
5.6mm
9.1mm (min)
M5 Short
6.4mm
6.8mm (min)
M5
6.4mm
10.5mm (min)
M6
8mm
13.7mm (min)
M8
9.7mm
13.7mm (min)
ADDITIONAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
Vertical Access
A zone of 40mm diameter must be left clear above a threaded insert to allow for installation.
Minimum
Ø40mm
Wall Thickness
A minimum of 4mm around a threaded insert is required to ensure successful production and installation.
Minimum
4mm
3. TECHNICAL DRAWING
A 2D technical drawing is required to allow us to correctly install threaded inserts. Use the example drawing below as a reference and make sure it follows the guidelines below:
DRAWING GUIDELINES
1. Drawing contains title block containing part name (identical to the file name), created by and date.
2. At least 2 views of your part (allows technician to understand the insert locations)
3. Arrows clearly labelling insert size and location.
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What if my part does not meet the guidelines?If your part does not meet the guidelines, it is likely to fail during the manufacturing process. Therefore, AX3D does not hold responsibility for any print defects and the lead time may increase. Before we manufacture your part, our team will inspect your model and identify any issues and potential failures.
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If my part does not meet the guidelines, will AX3D still print it?We cannot guarantee. If the part is likely to fail, our team will contact you. If you do go forward with manufacturing, AX3D will not be held liable for any print defects and the lead time may increase. AX3D can re-model your part to fit the guidelines if wanted.
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Can AX3D edit my model to make it fit the guidelines?Yes! Our CAD team can optimise, alter or even completely re-design your parts to meet the guidelines. We guarantee your parts manufacturing success this way. You can get in touch the contact form or email info@ax3d.co.uk
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