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Hexagon Rivet Nut (From M10 Thread)

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IMPORTANT:

Ensure correct screw length. The complete thread length of the rivet nut must be used for installation.

Make sure hexagon rivet nut correctly contacts component.

Replace screw after use.

  1. Insert screw (tensile strength min. 10.9) with body washer into hexagon rivet nut
  2. Insert hexagon rivet nut into pre-punched hexagon hole and install by turning screw

Notes on installation: 

Rivet nut is upset (screw very difficult to move).

Rivet nut is contracted (screw comparatively easy to move).

Rivet nut is pressed onto the component (screw slowly becomes difficult to move). Procedure is finished with the fitting of the relevant component and its tightening torque.

Fig 1: Inserting Hexagon Rivet Nut Into Pre-Punched Hexagon Hole & Install By Turning Screw
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