Brass Inserts

For Plastics
INDEX
B1U B1P
n For use in straight holes n For use in straight holes
PAGE 1 PAGE 7
n Self aligning lead in for accurate installation n Mating screw expands the brass insert
n Opposing diagonal knurls provide excellent locking it in place
torque resistance n Can be installed in thermoset or
n Undercuts for superior tensile strength thermoplastic materials
n Installed ultrasonically or with heat n Press In installation eliminates the need
for heat or ultrasonic

B2U B2P n For use in straight holes

n For use in straight holes n Mating screw expands the brass insert
PAGE 2 PAGE 8
n Self aligning lead in for accurate installation locking it in place
n Flange provides larger loading surface, and n Flange provides larger loading surface
can be used to make an electrical contact n Can be installed in thermoset or
n Opposing diagonal knurls provide excellent thermoplastic materials
torque resistance n Press In installation eliminates the need
n Installed ultrasonically or with heat for heat or ultrasonic

B3U n For use in straight holes

B1T n Designed for SMC, Thermoset,
PAGE 3 PAGE 9
n Self orienting – good for automation and other brittle plastics
n Installed ultrasonically or with heat n No flange allows for flush installation
n Installed with a tap wrench or drill press
with tapping head

B4U B2T n Designed for SMC, Thermoset,

PAGE 4 n For use in tapered holes PAGE 10
n Taper allows for accurate alignment and other brittle plastics
and rapid installation n Flange provides larger bearing surface
n Installed ultrasonically or with heat n Installed with a tap wrench or drill press
with tapping head

B1M TECHNICAL GUIDE

PAGE 6 n Molded in place into plastics PAGE 11, 12

APPLICATION INFORMATION
PAGE 13

Sherex is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of rivet nuts, threaded
inserts for plastics, and other specialty fasteners. Our complete line of products is manufactured to
a high quality standard, as we are a TS16949 certified manufacturer, along with ISO 9001:2000
accredited with locations in the USA, Mexico, and Taiwan.

Applications for the threaded inserts for plastics vary from communication equipment,
automotive industry, computer industry, and anywhere strong durable threads are required in plastics.
 B1U BRASs INSerT SerIES

• For use in straight holes

• Self aligning lead in for accurate installation
• Opposing diagonal knurls provide excellent torque resistance
• Undercuts for superior tensile strength
• Installed ultrasonically or with heat

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1 Standard Length Short Length
Dimensions in inches
C H Hole Diameter D Hole Depth D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.004 ±0.005 +.003-.000 ±0.005 Minimum ±0.005 Minimum
#2-56 UNC B1U-0256-115 0.122 0.142 0.127 - - 0.115 0.150
#2-56 UNC B1U-0256-157 0.122 0.142 0.127 0.157 0.192 - -
#4-40 UNC B1U-0440-135 0.153 0.186 0.158 - - 0.135 0.170
#4-40 UNC B1U-0440-226 0.153 0.186 0.158 0.226 0.261 - -
#6-32 UNC B1U-0632-150 0.184 0.217 0.189 - - 0.150 0.185
#6-32 UNC B1U-0632-281 0.184 0.217 0.189 0.281 0.316 - -
#8-32 UNC B1U-0832-185 0.218 0.249 0.223 - - 0.185 0.220
#8-32 UNC B1U-0832-321 0.219 0.249 0.223 0.321 0.356 - -
#10-24 UNC B1U-1024-225 0.248 0.279 0.253 - - 0.225 0.260
#10-24 UNC B1U-1024-375 0.248 0.279 0.253 0.375 0.410 - -
#10-32 UNF B1U-1032-225 0.248 0.279 0.253 - - 0.225 0.260
#10-32 UNF B1U-1032-375 0.248 0.279 0.253 0.375 0.410 - -
-20 UNC B1U-2520-300 0.311 0.340 0.316 - - 0.300 0.335
-20 UNC B1U-2520-500 0.311 0.340 0.316 0.500 0.535 - -
-28 UNF B1U-2528-300 0.311 0.340 0.316 - - 0.300 0.335
-28 UNF B1U-2528-500 0.311 0.340 0.316 0.500 0.535 - -
3/8-16 UNC B1U-3716-375 0.464 0.498 0.469 - - 0.375 0.410
3/8-16 UNC B1U-3716-500 0.464 0.498 0.469 0.500 0.535 - -
3/8-24 UNF B1U-3724-375 0.464 0.498 0.469 - - 0.375 0.410
3/8-24 UNF B1U-3724-500 0.464 0.498 0.469 0.500 0.535 - -

METRIC THREAD 6H ISO Metric Standard Length Short Length

Dimensions in millimeters
C H Hole Diameter D Hole Depth D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.1 ±0.13 +0.08-0.0 ±0.13 Minimum ±0.13 Minimum
M2X0.4 ISO B1U-240-2.9 3.10 3.60 3.23 - - 2.90 3.80
M2X0.4 ISO B1U-240-4.0 3.10 3.60 3.23 4.00 4.90 - -
M2.5X0.45 ISO B1U-2545-3.45 3.89 4.72 4.01 - - 3.45 4.35
M2.5X0.45 ISO B1U-2545-5.74 3.89 4.72 4.01 5.74 6.65 - -
M3X0.5 ISO B1U-350-3.45 3.89 4.72 4.01 - - 3.45 4.35
M3X0.5 ISO B1U-350-5.74 3.89 4.72 4.01 5.74 6.65 - -
M3.5X0.6 ISO B1U-3560-3.8 4.67 5.51 4.80 - - 3.80 4.70
M3.5X0.6 ISO B1U-3560-7.14 4.67 5.51 4.80 7.14 8.05 - -
M4X0.7 ISO B1U-470-4.7 5.54 6.32 5.66 - - 4.70 5.60
M4X0.7 ISO B1U-470-8.15 5.54 6.32 5.66 8.15 9.05 - -
M5X0.8 ISO B1U-580-5.7 6.30 7.09 6.43 - - 5.70 6.60
M5X0.8 ISO B1U-580-9.53 6.30 7.09 6.43 9.53 10.40 - -
M6X1 ISO B1U-610-7.6 7.90 8.64 8.03 - - 7.60 8.50
M6X1 ISO B1U-610-12.7 7.90 8.64 8.03 12.70 13.60 - -

ORDERING INFORMATION: B 1 U 1024 XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Length
B-Brass 1-No Flange U-Ultrasonic

Sherex recommends Ultrasonic and Heat Staking Installation methods for this series,
see page 11 of the catalog for more information on these methods.

Specials are available upon request

400 Riverwalk Pkwy, Suite 600 • Tonawanda, NY 14150 • Phone: 716-875-0315 • Fax: 716-875-0358
Toll Free: 866-4-SHEREX • www.sherex.com 1
 B2U BRASS INserT SeriES

• For use in straight holes

• Self aligning lead in for accurate installation
• Flange provides larger loading surface and can be used to make an electrical contact
• Opposing diagonal knurls provide excellent torque resistance
• Installed ultrasonically or with heat
•
•

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1 Standard Length Short Length
Dimensions in inches
C A S Hole Diameter D Hole Depth D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.004 ±0.005 ±0.004 +.003-.000 ±0.005 Minimum ±0.005 Minimum
#2-56 UNC B2U-0256-115 0.122 0.188 0.018 0.127 - - 0.115 0.150
#2-56 UNC B2U-0256-157 0.122 0.188 0.018 0.127 0.157 0.192 - -
#4-40 UNC B2U-0440-135 0.153 0.219 0.021 0.158 - - 0.135 0.170
#4-40 UNC B2U-0440-226 0.153 0.219 0.021 0.158 0.226 0.261 - -
#6-32 UNC B2U-0632-150 0.184 0.250 0.027 0.189 - - 0.150 0.185
#6-32 UNC B2U-0632-281 0.184 0.250 0.027 0.189 0.281 0.316 - -
#8-32 UNC B2U-0832-183 0.218 0.281 0.033 0.223 - - 0.183 0.216
#8-32 UNC B2U-0832-321 0.218 0.281 0.033 0.223 0.321 0.356 - -
#10-24 UNC B2U-1024-225 0.248 0.313 0.040 0.253 - - 0.225 0.260
#10-24 UNC B2U-1024-375 0.248 0.313 0.040 0.253 0.375 0.410 - -
#10-32 UNF B2U-1032-225 0.248 0.313 0.040 0.253 - - 0.225 0.260
#10-32 UNF B2U-1032-375 0.248 0.313 0.040 0.253 0.375 0.410 - -
-20 UNC B2U-2520-300 0.311 0.375 0.050 0.316 - - 0.300 0.335
-20 UNC B2U-2520-500 0.311 0.375 0.050 0.316 0.500 0.535 - -
-28 UNF B2U-2528-300 0.311 0.375 0.050 0.316 - - 0.300 0.335
-28 UNF B2U-2528-500 0.311 0.375 0.050 0.316 0.500 0.535 - -
3/8-16 UNC B2U-3716-375 0.464 0.550 0.065 0.469 - - 0.375 0.410
3/8-16 UNC B2U-3716-500 0.464 0.550 0.065 0.469 0.500 0.535 - -
3/8-24 UNF B2U-3724-375 0.464 0.550 0.065 0.469 - - 0.375 0.410
3/8-24 UNF B2U-3724-500 0.464 0.550 0.065 0.469 0.500 0.535 - -

METRIC THREAD 6H ISO Metric Standard Length Short Length

Dimensions in millimeters
C A S Hole Diameter D Hole Depth D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.1 ±0.13 ±0.1 +0.08-0.0 ±0.13 Minimum ±0.13 Minimum
M2X0.4 ISO B2U-240-2.9 3.10 4.78 0.46 3.23 - - 2.90 3.50
M2X0.4 ISO B2U-240-4.0 3.10 4.78 0.46 3.23 4.00 4.90 - -
M2.5X0.45 ISO B2U-2545-3.45 3.89 5.56 0.53 4.01 - - 3.45 4.35
M2.5X0.45 ISO B2U-2545-5.74 3.89 5.56 0.53 4.01 5.74 6.65 - -
M3X0.5 ISO B2U-350-3.45 3.89 5.56 0.53 4.01 - - 3.45 4.35
M3X0.5 ISO B2U-350-5.74 3.89 5.56 0.53 4.01 5.74 6.65 - -
M3.5X0.6 ISO B2U-3560-3.8 4.67 6.35 0.69 4.80 - - 3.80 4.70
M3.5X0.6 ISO B2U-3560-7.14 4.67 6.35 0.69 4.80 7.14 8.05 - -
M4X0.7 ISO B2U-470-4.7 5.54 7.14 0.84 5.66 - - 4.70 5.60
M4X0.7 ISO B2U-470-8.15 5.54 7.14 0.84 5.66 8.15 9.05 - -
M5X0.8 ISO B2U-580-5.7 6.30 7.95 1.02 6.43 - - 5.70 6.60
M5X0.8 ISO B2U-580-9.53 6.30 7.95 1.02 6.43 9.53 10.40 - -
M6X1 ISO B2U-610-7.6 7.90 9.53 1.27 8.03 - - 7.60 8.50
M6X1 ISO B2U-610-12.7 7.90 9.53 1.27 8.03 12.70 13.60 - -

ORDERING INFORMATION: B 2 U 1024 XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Length
B-Brass 2-Flange U-Ultrasonic Under Flange

Sherex recommends Ultrasonic and Heat Staking Installation methods for this series,
see page 11 of the catalog for more information on these methods.

Specials are available upon request

400 Riverwalk Pkwy, Suite 600 • Tonawanda, NY 14150 • Phone: 716-875-0315 • Fax: 716-875-0358
2 Toll Free: 866-4-SHEREX • www.sherex.com
 B3U BRASS INSErT SerIES

• For use in straight holes

• Self orienting - good for automation
• Installed ultrasonically or with heat

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1

Dimensions in inches
C H Hole Diameter D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.004 ±0.004 +.003-.000 ±0.005 Minimum
#2-56 UNC B3U-0256-157 0.121 0.143 0.126 0.157 0.192
#4-40 UNC B3U-0440-226 0.152 0.187 0.157 0.226 0.261
#6-32 UNC B3U-0632-281 0.183 0.218 0.188 0.281 0.316
#8-32 UNC B3U-0832-321 0.216 0.251 0.221 0.321 0.356
#10-24 UNC B3U-1024-375 0.247 0.282 0.252 0.375 0.410
#10-32 UNF B3U-1032-375 0.247 0.282 0.252 0.375 0.410
-20 UNC B3U-2520-500 0.310 0.345 0.315 0.500 0.535
5/16-18 UNC B3U-3118-500 0.372 0.407 0.377 0.500 0.535

METRIC THREAD 6H ISO Metric

Dimensions in millimeters
C H Hole Diameter D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.1 ±0.1 +.008-.000 ±0.13 Minimum
M1.6X0.35 ISO B3U-1635-3.18 2.41 2.97 2.54 3.18 4.10
M2X0.4 ISO B3U-240-3.99 3.07 3.63 3.20 3.99 4.90
M2.5X0.45 ISO B3U-2545-5.74 3.86 4.75 3.99 5.74 6.65
M3X0.5 ISO B3U-350-5.74 3.86 4.75 3.99 5.74 6.65
M3.5X0.6 ISO B3U-3560-8.15 4.65 5.54 4.78 8.15 8.05
M4X0.7 ISO B3U-470-9.53 5.49 6.38 5.61 9.53 9.05
M5X0.8 ISO B3U-580-9.53 6.27 7.16 6.40 9.53 10.50
M6X1 ISO B3U-610-12.7 7.87 8.76 8.00 12.70 13.60
M8X1.25 ISO B3U-8125-12.7 9.45 10.34 9.58 12.70 13.60

ORDERING INFORMATION B 3 U 1024 XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Length
B-Brass 3-Symmetrical U-Ultrasonic

Sherex recommends Ultrasonic and Heat Staking Installation methods for this series,
see page 11 of the catalog for more information on these methods.

Specials are available upon request

400 Riverwalk Pkwy, Suite 600 • Tonawanda, NY 14150 • Phone: 716-875-0315 • Fax: 716-875-0358
Toll Free: 866-4-SHEREX • www.sherex.com 3
 B4U BRASS INSErT SeriES

• For use in tapered holes

ULTRASONIC / HEAT BRASS INSERT SERIES
• Taper allows for accurate alignment and rapid installation
•• Installed
Installed ultrasonically
ultrasonically oror with
with heat
heat
• For use in tapered holes
• Taper allows for rapid and accurate alignment prior to installation

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1 Hole Size

Dimensions in inches
C H D A B Minimum Minimum
Thread Size Part Number
±0.005 ±0.005 ±0.004 ±0.001 ±0.001 Depth Boss Diameter
#0-80 UNC B4U-0080-115 .123 .141 .115 .123 .118 .145 .282
#0-80 UNC B4U-0080-188 .112 .141 .188 .123 .107 .218 .282
#2-56 UNC B4U-0256-115 .123 .141 .115 .123 .118 .145 .282
#2-56 UNC B4U-0256-188 .112 .141 .188 .123 .107 .218 .282
#4-40 UNC B4U-0440-135 .157 .172 .135 .159 .153 .165 .344
#4-40 UNC B4U-0440-219 .146 .172 .219 .159 .141 .249 .344
#6-32 UNC B4U-0632-150 .203 .219 .150 .206 .199 .180 .438
#6-32 UNC B4U-0632-250 .190 .219 .250 .206 .185 .280 .438
#8-32 UNC B4U-0832-185 .230 .250 .185 .234 .226 .215 .500
#8-32 UNC B4U-0832-312 .213 .250 .312 .234 .208 .342 .500
#10-24 UNC B4U-1024-225 .272 .297 .225 .277 .267 .255 .594
#10-24 UNC B4U-1024-375 .251 .297 .375 .277 .246 .405 .594
#10-32 UNF B4U-1032-225 .272 .297 .225 .277 .267 .255 .594
#10-32 UNF B4U-1032-375 .251 .297 .375 .277 .246 .405 .594
-20 UNC B4U-2520-300 .354 .375 .300 .363 .349 .330 .750
-20 UNC B4U-2520-500 .332 .375 .500 .363 .321 .530 .750
-28 UNF B4U-2528-300 .354 .375 .300 .363 .349 .330 .750
-28 UNF B4U-2528-500 .332 .375 .500 .363 .321 .530 .750
5/16-18 UNC B4U-3118-335 .439 .469 .335 .448 .431 .365 .938
5/16-18 UNC B4U-3118-562 .406 .469 .562 .448 .401 .436 .938
3/8-16 UNC B4U-3716-375 .532 .563 .375 .540 .523 .405 1.126
3/8-16 UNC B4U-3716-625 .493 .563 .625 .540 .488 .655 1.126

ORDERING INFORMATION: B 4 U 1024 XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Length
B-Brass 4-Tapered U-Ultrasonic

Ultrasonic Installation Method – The most common method for installing brass inserts in plastic. Ultrasonic installation provides fast, positive anchoring. An insert is placed
in a molded or drilled hole. An ultrasonic horn contacts the insert and delivers ultrasonic vibrations, which travel through the insert. Frictional heat is immediately developed
and causes the plastic to mold itself to the knurls, permanently locking the insert in place.

Heat Staking Installation Method – Inserts may be preheated then pressed into the plastic part or piloted into a cored or drilled hole
in the plastic part and then heated by conduction. Heated inserts provide a stress free assembly.

Sherex recommends Ultrasonic and Heat Staking Installation methods for this series,
see pageSpecials
11 of the are available
catalog for moreupon requeston these methods.
information

Specials are available upon request

400 Riverwalk Pkwy, Suite 600 • Tonawanda, NY 14150 • Phone: 716-875-0315 • Fax: 716-875-0358
4 Toll Free: 866-4-SHEREX • www.sherex.com
400 Riverwalk Pkwy, Suite 600 ~ Tonawanda, NY 14150 ~ Phone: 716-875-0315 ~ Fax: 716-875-0358
 B4U BRASS INSErT SErIES

• For use in tapered holes

• Taper allows for accurate alignment and rapid installation
ULTRASONIC / HEAT
• Installed ultrasonically or BRASS
with heat INSERT SERIES

• Installed ultrasonically or with heat

• For use in tapered holes
• Taper allows for rapid and accurate alignment prior to installation

METRIC THREAD
6H ISO Metric Hole Size
Dimensions in millimeters
C H D A B Minimum Minimum
Thread Size Part Number
±0.13 ±0.13 ±0.010 ±0.03 ±0.03 Depth Boss Diameter
M2.5X0.45 ISO B4U-2545-3.4 3.99 4.37 3.4 4.04 3.89 4.17 8.74
M2.5X0.45 ISO B4U-2545-5.6 3.71 4.37 5.6 4.04 3.58 6.37 8.74
M3X0.5 ISO B4U-350-3.8 3.99 4.37 3.8 5.23 5.05 4.57 11.13
M3X0.5 ISO B4U-350-6.4 3.79 4.37 6.4 5.23 4.70 7.17 11.13
M3.5X0.6 ISO B4U-3560-3.8 5.16 5.56 3.8 5.23 5.05 4.57 11.13
M3.5X0.6 ISO B4U-3560-6.4 4.83 5.56 6.4 5.23 4.70 7.17 11.13
M4X0.7 ISO B4U-470-4.7 5.84 6.35 4.7 5.94 5.74 5.47 12.70
M4X0.7 ISO B4U-470-7.9 5.41 6.35 7.9 5.94 5.28 6.18 12.70
M5X0.8 ISO B4U-580-6.7 6.91 7.54 6.7 8.00 7.70 7.47 16.66
M5X0.8 ISO B4U-580-11.1 6.38 7.54 11.1 8.00 7.06 11.87 16.66
M6X1 ISO B4U-610-7.6 8.99 9.52 7.6 9.22 8.86 8.37 23.83
M6X1 ISO B4U-610-12.7 8.43 9.52 12.7 9.22 8.15 13.47 23.83
M8X1.25 ISO B4U-8125-8.5 11.15 11.91 8.5 11.38 10.95 9.27 28.60
M8X1.25 ISO B4U-8125-14.3 10.31 11.91 14.3 11.38 10.19 15.07 28.60

ORDERING INFORMATION: B 4 U 1024 XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Length
B-Brass 4-Tapered U-Ultrasonic

Ultrasonic Installation Method – The most common method for installing brass inserts in plastic. Ultrasonic installation provides fast, positive anchoring. An insert is placed
in a molded or drilled hole. An ultrasonic horn contacts the insert and delivers ultrasonic vibrations, which travel through the insert. Frictional heat is immediately developed
and causes the plastic to mold itself to the knurls, permanently locking the insert in place.

Heat Staking Installation Method – Inserts may be preheated then pressed into the plastic part or piloted into a cored or drilled hole
in the plastic part and then heated by conduction. Heated inserts provide a stress free assembly.

Specials are available upon request

Sherex recommends Ultrasonic and Heat Staking Installation methods for this series,
see page 11 of the catalog for more information on these methods.

Specials are available upon request

400 Riverwalk Pkwy, Suite 600 • Tonawanda, NY 14150 • Phone: 716-875-0315 • Fax: 716-875-0358
Toll Free: 866-4-SHEREX • www.sherex.com 5
 B1M BRASS INSErT SerIES

• Molded in place into plastics

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1

Dimensions in inches
M C E B D Minor Diameter
Thread Size Part Number
Nom. ±0.005 ±0.005 Nom. Nom. Minimum Maximum
#2-56 UNC B1M-0256-125 0.156 0.141 0.125 0.03 0.03 .068 .074
#4-40 UNC B1M-0440-188 0.188 0.171 0.188 0.03 0.03 .086 .094
#6-32 UNC B1M-0632-219 0.219 0.202 0.219 0.03 0.06 .105 .114
#8-32 UNC B1M-0832-250 0.250 0.225 0.250 0.05 0.06 .131 .139
#10-24 UNC B1M-1024-281 0.281 0.259 0.281 0.05 0.06 .146 .156
#10-32 UNC B1M-1032-281 0.281 0.259 0.281 0.05 0.06 .157 .164
-20 UNC B1M-2520-375 0.344 0.320 0.375 0.06 0.09 .197 .207
-28 UNF B1M-2528-375 0.344 0.320 0.375 0.06 0.09 .212 .220
5/16-18 UNC B1M-3118-469 0.437 0.404 0.469 0.08 0.09 .260 .265
3/8-16 UNC B1M-3716-562 0.500 0.465 0.562 0.09 0.09 .315 .321

METRIC THREAD 6H ISO Metric

Dimensions in millimeters
M C E B D Minor Diameter
Thread Size Part Number
Nom. ±0.13 ±0.13 Nom. Nom. Minimum Maximum
M2X0.4 ISO B1M-240-3.8 3.96 3.58 3.18 0.76 0.76 1.58 1.67
M3X0.5 ISO B1M-350-4.78 4.78 4.34 4.78 0.76 0.76 2.47 2.59
M4X0.7 ISO B1M-470-6.35 6.35 5.74 6.35 1.17 1.57 3.25 3.42
M5X0.8 ISO B1M-580-7.14 7.14 6.58 7.14 1.17 1.57 4.15 4.33
M6X1 ISO B1M-610-9.53 8.74 8.15 9.53 1.57 2.39 4.94 5.16
M8X1.25 ISO B1M-8125-11.91 11.10 10.24 11.91 1.98 2.39 6.65 6.65

ORDERING INFORMATION: B 1 M 1032 XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Length
B-Brass 1-No Flange M-Molded-In

Sherex recommends Molded-In Installation method for this series,

see page 11 of the catalog for more information on this method.

Specials are available upon request

400 Riverwalk Pkwy, Suite 600 • Tonawanda, NY 14150 • Phone: 716-875-0315 • Fax: 716-875-0358
6 Toll Free: 866-4-SHEREX • www.sherex.com
 B1P BRASS INSERT SERIES

• For use in straight holes

• Mating screw expands the brass insert locking it in place
• Can be installed in Thermoset or Thermoplastic materials
• Press In installation eliminates the need for heat or ultrasonic

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1

Dimensions in inches
H Hole Diameter D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.004 +.003-.000 ±0.005 Minimum
#2-56 UNC B1P-0256-156 0.135 0.125 0.156 0.191
#4-40 UNC B1P-0440-188 0.165 0.156 0.188 0.223
#6-32 UNC B1P-0632-250 0.199 0.188 0.250 0.285
#8-32 UNC B1P-0832-313 0.230 0.219 0.313 0.348
#10-24 UNC B1P-1024-375 0.261 0.250 0.375 0.410
#10-32 UNF B1P-1032-375 0.261 0.250 0.375 0.410
-20 UNC B1P-2520-500 0.325 0.313 0.500 0.535

METRIC THREAD 6H ISO Metric

Dimensions in millimeters
H Hole Diameter D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.1 ±0.05 ±0.13 Minimum
M3X0.5 ISO B1P-350-4.78 4.19 3.96 4.78 5.68
M3.5X0.6 ISO B1P-3560-6.35 5.05 4.78 6.35 7.25
M4X0.7 ISO B1P-470-7.95 5.84 5.56 7.95 8.85
M5X0.8 ISO B1P-580-9.53 6.63 6.35 9.53 10.43
M6X1 ISO B1P-610-12.7 8.26 7.95 12.70 13.60

ORDERING INFORMATION B 1 P 1032 XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Length
B-Brass 1-No Flange P-Press-In

Sherex recommends Press-In Installation methods for this series,

see page 11 of the catalog for more information on this method.

Specials are available upon request

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 B2P BRASS INSErT SEriES

• For use in straight holes

• Mating screw expands the brass insert locking it in place
FLANGED BRASS PRESS-IN INSERTS
• Flange provides larger loading surface
•• Can be installed
For straight holes in Thermoset or Thermoplastic materials
•• Press In installation
Easy mounting press ineliminates
inserts withthe need
slotted for heat or ultrasonic
sides

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1

Dimensions in inches
H A S D Hole Diameter Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.004 ±0.005 ±0.004 ±0.005 ±0.002 Minimum
#2-56 UNC B2P-0256-136 0.135 0.188 0.020 0.136 0.125 0.171
#4-40 UNC B2P-0440-186 0.165 0.219 0.022 0.186 0.156 0.201
#6-32 UNC B2P-0632-222 0.199 0.250 0.028 0.222 0.188 0.257
#8-32 UNC B2P-0832-278 0.230 0.281 0.035 0.278 0.219 0.313
#10-24 UNC B2P-1024-332 0.261 0.313 0.043 0.332 0.250 0.367
#10-32 UNF B2P-1032-371 0.261 0.313 0.043 0.371 0.250 0.367
-20 UNC B2P-2520-450 0.325 0.375 0.050 0.450 0.313 0.485

METRIC THREAD 6H ISO Metric

Dimensions in millimeters
H A S D Hole Diameter Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number
±0.1 ±0.13 ±0.1 ±0.13 ±0.05 Minimum
M3X0.5 ISO B2P-350-4.22 4.19 5.56 0.56 4.22 3.96 5.12
M3.5X0.6 ISO B2P-3560-5.64 5.05 6.35 0.71 5.64 4.78 6.54
M4X0.7 ISO B2P-470-7.06 5.84 7.14 0.89 7.06 5.56 7.96
M5X0.8 ISO B2P-580-8.43 6.63 7.95 1.09 8.43 6.35 9.33
M6X1 ISO B2P-610-11.43 8.26 9.53 1.27 11.43 12.33 12.33

ORDERING INFORMATION: B 2 P 1032 XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Length
B-Brass 2-Flange P-Press-In Under Flange

Press-In Installation Method – Can be installed in any plastic by simply pressing the insert into the hole without special installation tools. They strengthen plastic joints by
providing increased pull-out, pull through, and torque resistance.

Specials are available upon request

Sherex recommends Press-In Installation methods for this series,

see page 11 of the catalog for more information on this method.

Specials are available upon request

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B1T BRASS INSErT SErIES

• Designed for SMC, Thermoset, and other brittle plastics

• No flange allows for flush installations
• Installed with a tap wrench or drill press with tapping head

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1

Dimensions in inches
Minor Diameter
Recommended Hole Size for
ØH D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number Thermoset Material
±0.004 ±0.005 Minimum Minimum Maximum
±.002
#8-32 UNC B1T-0832-315 0.276 0.315 0.378 0.130 0.139 *0.262
#10-32 UNF B1T-1032-394 0.315 0.394 0.473 0.156 0.164 *0.301
1/4-20 UNC B1T-2520-551 0.394 0.551 0.661 0.196 0.207 *0.37
5/16-18 UNC B1T-3118-591 0.472 0.591 0.709 0.252 0.265 *0.448
*Recommended hole size for thermoset materials only. Please contact Sherex for thermoplastic applications.

METRIC THREAD 6H ISO Metric

Dimensions in millimeters

Minor Diameter
Recommended Hole Size for
ØH D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number Thermoset Material
±0.1 ±0.1 Minimum Minimum Maximum
±0.05
M4X0.7 ISO B1T-470-8.0 7.00 8.00 9.60 3.25 3.42 *6.65
M5X0.8 ISO B1T-580-10.0 8.00 10.00 12.00 4.14 4.33 *7.65
M6X1 ISO B1T-610-14.0 10.00 14.00 16.80 4.92 5.15 *9.4
M8x1.25 ISO B1T-8125-15.0 12.00 15.00 18.00 6.65 6.91 *11.4
*Recommended hole size for thermoset materials only. Please contact Sherex for thermoplastic applications.

ORDERING INFORMATION: B 1 T 470 (_) XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Empty - No adhesive Length
B-Brass 1-No Flange T-Tapping A-Adhesive

Adhesives can be applied to prevent loosening.

Contact Sherex for additional information.

Sherex recommends Self-Tapping Installation method for this series,

see page 11 of the catalog for more information on this method.

Specials are available upon request

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 B2T BRASS INSERT SERIES

• Designed for SMC, Thermoset, and other brittle plastics

• Flange provides larger bearing surface
• Installed with a tap wrench or drill press with tapping head

UNIFIED THREAD Class 2B per ANSI/ASME B1.1

Dimensions in inches
Minor DiameterRecommended Hole Size for
ØH ØA S D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number Thermoset Material
±0.004 ±0.005 ±0.004 ±0.005 Minimum Minimum Maximum
±.002
#8-32 UNC B2T-0832-315 0.276 0.394 0.039 0.315 0.378 0.130 0.139 *0.262
#10-32 UNF B2T-1032-394 0.315 0.433 0.047 0.394 0.473 0.156 0.164 *0.301
1/4-20 UNC B2T-2520-551 0.394 0.512 0.055 0.551 0.661 0.196 0.207 *0.370
5/16-18 UNC B2T-3118-591 0.472 0.591 0.055 0.591 0.709 0.252 0.265 *0.448
*Recommended hole size for thermoset materials only. Please contact Sherex for thermoplastic applications.

METRIC THREAD 6H ISO Metric

Dimensions in millimeters
Minor Diameter Recommended Hole Size for
ØH ØA S D Hole Depth
Thread Size Part Number Thermoset Material
±0.1 ±0.1 ±0.1 ±0.1 Minimum Minimum Maximum
±0.05
M4X0.7 ISO B2T-470-8.0 7.00 10.00 1.00 8.00 9.60 3.25 3.42 *6.65
M5X0.8 ISO B2T-580-10.0 8.00 11.00 1.20 10.00 12.00 4.14 4.33 *7.65
M6X1 ISO B2T-610-14.0 10.00 13.00 1.40 14.00 16.80 4.92 5.15 *9.40
M8x1.25 ISO B2T-8125-15.0 12.00 15.00 1.40 15.00 18.00 6.65 6.91 *11.40
*Recommended hole size for thermoset materials only. Please contact Sherex for thermoplastic applications.

ORDERING INFORMATION: B 1 T 470 (_) XXX

Material Type Series Thread Size Empty - No adhesive Length
B-Brass 2-Flange T-Tapping A-Adhesive

Adhesives can be applied to prevent loosening.

Contact Sherex for additional information.

Sherex recommends Self-Tapping Installation method for this series,

see page 11 of the catalog for more information on this method.

Specials are available upon request

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 technical guide

Design Parameters
When designing an application that will require a threaded attachment point in plastic material, the following design
guidelines can be used as resources in choosing the proper insert for the specifications you require. It is still important that
proper testing be performed to validate the fastened joint but these suggestions can get you started in the right direction.
When designing an application the following information will be important in choosing the proper insert:

1) Type of plastic to be used

2) Type and % of fillers to be used
3) Flexural modulus of the plastic
4) Joint strength requirements for failure mode assessment
5) Operating environment of the unit in the field
6) Estimated production volume

Insert Installation
Inserts are installed using the following methods:

Heat: Insert is heated prior to installation in to the plastic boss or during the installation process by a heat insert staking machine.
This installation method is suitable for larger sized inserts and provides excellent flow of plastic into the insert surface
profile. Installation method is designed for use with thermoplastics and NOT for thermoset plastics. This method is good for
medium and high volume production runs. Perfect for applications requiring multipoint and multilevel installation of inserts.
An advantages of this installation method include different size inserts can be installed with no limitations and it eliminates
concern of noise levels, tool wear, and complex fixtures. Heat typically yields a 10-15% higher “torque out” and “pull out”
values than any other method.
Ultrasonic: Insert is placed in plastic boss and an ultrasonic horn is positioned on top of the insert. Vibrations from the horn generate
heat at the interface of the insert and the plastic; causing the plastic to flow into the surface profile of the insert.
The method is designed for use with thermoplastics and NOT for thermoset plastics. This method is perfect for applications
that require single plain installation. Given the inherent nature of the installation process, consideration must be given to
noise levels and appropriate part fixture prior to installation. Ultrasonic installation can induce high hoop stress on the boss
and potentially cause cracking or splitting; which is not always apparent at the time of installation.
Mold in: Mold in method of installation involves placing the insert in the mold die during the plastic molding process. This method
can reduce final installed costs as it replaces secondary placement of the insert. However, mold cycle time will increase.
Mold in method may not be possible for some applications.
Press In: This method involves using a press to push the insert into the boss hole. This method is reserved for the B1P and
B2P styles. Installation is quick and easy and the pressure of the insert expansion into the plastic also adds a
prevailing torque feature to the insert which is helpful in applications involving vibration. Applications involving materials
with high flexural modulus must be tested to ensure plastic does not crack during installation or in cyclic testing.
Thread in: This method is reserved for the B1T and B2T insert styles. A tool will thread the inserts in to the boss hole and the slots on
the body will cut a thread in to the plastic. This method is good for thermosets and other rigid plastics. An adhesive can
be added to the outside thread to bond the insert in to the plastic further improving insert retention within the base material.

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 Elements of Boss Design
1) Holes should always be deeper than the total length of the insert. For thread
cutting inserts the hole depth should be at least 1.2 times the length of the insert.

2) Boss diameter should be 2-3 times the diameter of the insert.

3) Hole diameter can dramatically affect the performance of the insert.

Smaller holes can increase performance only up to the point where increased
installation force induces cracking. Larger holes can greatly reduce performance
of the insert as reduced filling of the surface profile of the insert decreases engagement.
Use of fillers in the plastic material may require an increase of hole size. Testing of
multiple hole sizes is recommended to achieve optimum insert performance.

4) When molding the hole the draft angle of the core pin is important to insert performance.
It is recommended to use a draft angle of 1 degree to ensure proper insert engagement.
Larger draft angles will reduce the engagement of the insert and plastic and could cause
cracking if the hole diameter inside the hole falls below the recommended hole size.
If using the B4U series, use an 8 degree draft angle as this style is designed for angled holes.
All core pins should be designed to account for plastic shrinkage after the molding process.
Use only tapered inserts with tapered holes.

5) For Thread-In Series product, hole size will be determined by the type of thermoset or thermoplastic material. Consult the product
dimension chart and Sherex for recommended hole sizes. For hand-installation, a pilot at the top of the hole will aid in centering the insert.
With a fixtured/automated installation, a lead-in chamfer will be sufficient.

Use of a Flange Head Insert

1) Flange head inserts should be used in high load applications with the screw entering from the opposite end of the insert. This places the load
of the joint at a 90 degree angle to the plastic and reduces the potential for cracking. Should the attached component also be made of plastic, a
compression limiter is recommended to ensure the clamp load is maintained within the joint. Please contact Sherex regarding the proper
compression limiter for your application.

2) Flange of the insert can act as ground for applications requiring this feature.

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 APPLICATION INFORMATION

Brass Inserts are used for...

Attaching plastic furniture components

Attaching plastic piping and other various

plastic components that are used in the
assembly of agriculture equipment and in
the hydraulics industry.

Attaching plastic dashboards, panels, and

manifolds onto engines in the automotive industry.

Compression limiters are used to

maintain clamp load through the metal joint.

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