Taptite fasteners roll-form threads as they are driven,eliminating expensive tapping operations. The Taptite fastener's unique tri-lobular configuration provides a built-in locking device to help ensure joint integrity.
Consequently,resistance to vibration loosening is improved without add-on locking devices.
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Tri-lobular Shape for Thread-Rolling
Maintains Joint Integrity
Overcomes Friction Build-up
Lowers Drive Torque |
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Consistent Thread Profile
Improves Product Consistency
Increases Perfomance |
Reduces Fastening Cost
The removal of inefficient operations and unnecessary components is key to fastening cost reduction. Since Taptite fasteners roll form thread as they are driven into the mating material, expensive tapping operations are no longer necessary.
¡ôEliminates costly and time-consuming tapping operations and equipment
Improves Assembly Operations
When installing a thread-rolling fastener,high drive torque values are typically required to overcome friction . The Taptite fasteners tri-lobular shape is designed to reduce friction,so less driving torque is needed to seat the fastener.As the Taptite fastener is driven,strong,work hardened mating threads are formed.
¡ôAlleviates stripping problems and cut chips
¡ôReduces cross-threading
¡ôProvides uninterrupted grain flow by roll forming strong mating threads for improved joint integrity
Allows Field Serviceability
Standard thread series allows easy field replacement with machine screws.
¡ôDesign allows removal and reinsertion of the fastener
Resists Vibration Loosenig
The mechanical locking feature of the Taptite fastener dramatically improves vibration loosening resistance. A unique tri-lubular configuration allows the material being tapped to cold flow into the relief area of the thread shank,providing a secure fit and high prevailing torque.
¡ôPrevailing torque exceeds IFI 124 and 524 standards
¡ôReduces vibration loosening without extraneous locking devices,such as washers or adhesives
Extensive Application Diversity
Taptite fasteners form threwas in drilled ,punched or cored holes in ductile metals and castings.
Advances in Fastening Technology
Machine Screw
Limitations
¡ôInterrupted grain flow weakens threads
¡ôProblems with shearing
¡ôHigh thread tolerance causes looseness
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Thread-Cutting Screw
Limitations
¡ôInterrupted grain flow weakens threads
¡ôLonger point required
¡ôA symmetrical point causes difficult starting and re-use
¡ôRequires large pilot hole depth and chip space ¡ôChips can cause assembly contamination |
Taptite Thread-Rolling Screw
Advantages
¡ôLargest possible shear area
¡ôStrong work hardened mating threads provide uninterrupted grain flow
¡ôHigh resistance to vibration loosening
¡ôStronger than equivalent size machine screw joint |
Cun core Fasteners
When tapping into high strength steel or for structural applications,a Cuncore fastener is recommended Cuncore tasteners are made from high strength alloy steel which is through hardened to HRC 33-39 and tempered . The fastener lead threads are induction hardened to a minumun of HRC 45 by a secondary induction treatment. When combined with noneletroplated finishes,performance is improved.
Cundrill Fasteners
The self-drilling screw is recommended if the applications without holes or difficult to find the exactly postion of pre-made hole. It is wildly used in home decoration,appliance assembly-line,etc. so that improves the efficiency and greatly reduces the in-place costs.
Taptite Step Taper CA
The Taptite Step Taper CA fasteners's specially designed point finds holes rapidly and is recommended when fastening misaligned pilot and clearance holes. The Taptite Step Taper CA is also suggested for applications with floating nut members.In addition,the second taper lowers initial end load. |