About Self Clinching Fasteners
Self Clinching Fasteners are often the most practical and effective method of joining thin sheet metal parts. Designed for permanent
installation in an assembly, self clinching fasteners provide strong, reusable threads in panels too thin to be tapped and where it is not
feasible or economical to use standard fasteners. They have effectively enabled the development of many thin metal designs that
otherwise would not be possible.
The primary use of self clinching fasteners is to provide good pullout and torque loads where the sheet metal is too thin for secure
fastening using other methods. Self clinching fasteners require fewer assembly operations than other traditional forms of fastening such
as nuts and they also have greater reusability and more holding power than metal screws.
Self clinching fasteners can be installed during metal fabrication or during final assembly. They can simplify assembly operations as
well as reduce installation costs as compared to other types of fasteners.
Self Clinching Fastener Features & Benefits
• Create strong, reusable threads in metal as thin as 0.51mm
• Provide high push out and torque out resistance
• Self clinching fasteners do not require special hole preparation, such as chamfering and deburring
• Self clinching fasteners c an be used in hard to reach locations where it is difficult to use bolts and nuts
• Installation is quick and simple
• Surface of metal sheet remains flush, providing a neat appearance
• No retapping necessary after application
• Self clinching fasteners w ill not loosen and fall out, effectively protecting delicate components from damage
• Self clinching fasteners eliminate the need for additional hardware such as washers, lock washers, nuts, or bolts in final assembly
• Shorter assembly time as hardware installation is completed during fabrication
• Low installation costs
Self Clinching Fastener Materials
• Carbon steel
• Stainless steel
• Aluminum
Self Clinching Fastener Types
• Self Clinching Nuts
• Self Clinching Flush Nuts
• Self Clinching Studs
• Self Clinching Standoffs
• Self Clinching Floating Fasteners
• Self Clinching Blind Fasteners
• Self Clinching Self Locking Fasteners
• Self Clinching Panel Fasteners
• Miniature Self Clinching Fasteners
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