Rivet Nut

A rivet nut is a threaded insert that is set into thin sheet or tube from one side. It gives a strong thread in material too thin to tap.

A rivet nut sets into a thin sheet or tube to create a threaded hole where the back is closed off. It is often matched with a bolt or machine screw of the same thread, and it is set with a rivet nut tool or a bolt and nut draw method. The nut suits panels, frames and enclosures where access to the rear is limited.

This kind of insert is often made in steel, stainless steel 304, aluminium or rubber. Steel gives high strength, stainless steel suits wet or corrosive sites, and aluminium suits light assemblies. Rubber types suit soft or fragile panels.

This is a general guide to checking this kind of part. It says nothing about any supplier's parts.

Ask for a certificate of conformance and a material certificate for the body. On receipt, check the thread, the body diameter and the grip range against your order. Set a sample in scrap sheet and check that it holds and does not spin.