E-Z LOK Expands Line of Heat Stake Inserts
E-Z LOK has expanded its E-Z Press line with stainless steel and brass inserts, while E-Z Sonic added stainless steel inserts.
 |
| E-Z LOK has expanded its E-Z Press line with stainless steel and brass inserts, while E-Z Sonic added stainless steel inserts. |
 |
These inserts are designed for post-molding installation in thermoplastic materials such as acrylic, polypropylene and PVC.
Options include tapered or straight designs, installation with a heat drive or ultrasonic horn, superior torque and pull-out resistance, inch or metric threads, tapered design and single vane and straight design in flush or flanged configurations.
The company says E-Z Sonic heat staking inserts for thermoplastics work well with 3D printing applications and products made from similar materials. They require heat generation to melt the plastic around the insert for proper installation.
Conversely, E-Z Press threaded inserts for plastic are designed for both thermoset plastics and thermoplastics. Available in flush, flanged and reverse slot, they are created specifically for “cold” installation using anything from a rubber mallet to an arbor press.
According to E-Z LOK, straight E-Z Sonic Ultrasonic inserts allow for thinner boss walls. Flush heat stake permits installation even with or below the material surface, while flanged inserts are ideal for electrical connections or for additional pull-out resistance in reverse installations. The straight ultrasonic threaded inserts feature a lead-in pilot to facilitate installation and are available from #2 to 3/8.
Tapered E-Z Sonic Ultrasonic inserts are designed to reduce installation time, particularly in production runs, while maintaining performance. Internal threads from #2 to 3/8 and M2.5 to M6 are available
CONTRACTOR SUPPLY MAGAZINE
The April/March 2025 issue of Contractor Supply magazine is here!
Our cover story, Four Generations, One Legacy, for more than 100 years, customers have counted on the family-owned LIttle Hardware Co. in Charlotte, North Carolina to always have the right tools for the job. Now, the fourth generation of the family is leading the company into its next century.
Also in this issue are Industry Updates on Adhesives and Sealants; Anchoring Systems; and Safety Equipment.
This digital edition, sponsored by BECK AMERICA Inc., is fully searchable and contains live links to every advertiser and new product listing. Click away!
| Read the Articles Read the Digital Edition |
