Clinch Nut
A self-clinching threaded nut pressed permanently into pre-punched sheet metal holes, providing vibration-resistant threaded connections without welding. Get a quote from Bharat Industrial Fasteners, Chennai.
Product Details & Specifications
Clinch Nut Supplier in Chennai
What is a clinch nut? A clinch nut, also called a self-clinching nut, is a threaded insert pressed into a prepared hole in sheet metal to create a permanent reusable thread without welding.
Features
- Creates a captive threaded fixing in sheet metal
- Installed by press rather than welding
- Useful where repeated assembly and disassembly is required
Specifications
| Head Type | Flush, Hex, Square |
|---|---|
| Thread Type | Metric Thread (M3 – M12) |
| Drive Type | Hydraulic / Arbour Press |
| Sizes | M3 – M12 | Panel Thickness: 0.9mm – 3.2mm |
Material Options
- Carbon Steel (Zinc Plated)
- Stainless Steel — Grade 303 / 304
- Zinc Plated
Applications
- Electronic control panels and enclosures
- Automotive and fabricated sheet-metal assemblies
- Equipment housings and access panels
What should you check before ordering a clinch nut?
Share the thread size, sheet material, panel thickness, prepared hole size if known, material or finish and quantity. The correct insert depends on the sheet material and thickness as well as the required thread.
Clinch Nut vs Rivet Nut
A clinch nut is press-installed into sheet metal, while a Rivet Nut / Insert Nut is set with a rivet-nut tool and is useful where rear access is limited. Read Clinch Nut vs Rivet Nut for a detailed comparison. Browse the Rivets & Inserts range or send your clinch nut requirement for a quotation.
