b&m-REPTO® W
Threaded insert for heat-embedding into plastics
The b&m-REPTO® W is a threaded insert for heat-embedding with the function of connecting screws with plastic components in a reliable and reproducible manner.
The inserts have a conical, knurled outer contour to allow for a large contact surface for the heat transfer during the embedding process. The plastic is melted at the surface through the heat and pressure and adapts to the outer contour. The latter is surrounded by the plastic in a form-fit and is able to absorb both tensile and torque loads well.
- Diameter: M3 – M8
- Length: 5mm – 12mm
- Material: brass, steel, stainless steel and aluminum (also available lead-free)
- Special characteristics: material-preserving embedding process
- Torque absorption: knurl
- Axial force absorption: circular grooves and knurls
- Fast and robust process
- Reduced inherent stresses in the tube
- High reproducibility
- Universal application for a large variety of materials
- Unreinforced thermoplastics
- Highly reinforced thermoplastics (up to 50% glass fiber content)
- Especially suitable for plastics sensitive to stress cracks, e.g. PC