Blind stud insert
US8444356B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49908
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An insert for blind installation in a workpiece, and method of manufacture of an insert, the insert (2) comprising a body (4) and anchor stud (6); wherein the stud is inserted into a through bore (22) in the body, part of the stud extending beyond the end of the through bore, and a part of the stud provided with opposed areas of knurling (14, 16) such as threading, being enveloped by a reduced diameter section (24) of the body, such that crimping the stud onto the body causes material to enter the knurling, thereby firmly attaching body and stud, allowing the insert to withstand high torque.
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