| A Thread size | 1/4-28UNF |
| L Insert lengths | .375 in |
| OD Insert diameter | .365 in |
| B End diameter | .321 in |
| Base panel material | Plastic |
| Materials | Aluminium |
| Surface Treatment | Cleaning |
| Installation Equipment/Method | Molded-in Threaded Inserts |

Critical Installation Instructions (Mold Design)
The success of this insert depends entirely on precise mold design. The instructions highlight the most crucial factor: Core Pin Design.
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Process: The insert is manually or automatically placed onto a core pin inside the injection mold. The mold closes, and molten plastic is injected around it.
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The Core Pin's Vital Role: This pin has a dual purpose:
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It positions and holds the insert in place during molding.
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Its diameter plugs the insert's internal threads to prevent plastic from entering them.
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Consequences of Incorrect Core Pin Size (The "Goldilocks Principle"):
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Pin is TOO SMALL: Plastic will overflow into the internal threads, requiring costly post-molding cleaning (re-tapping) and potentially damaging the threads.
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Pin is TOO LARGE: The insert cannot be placed onto the pin, halting production.
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Pin is JUST RIGHT: The insert fits snugly, the threads are perfectly protected, and a flawless part is produced.
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Pro Tip: The core pin diameter should match the minor diameter (root diameter) of the insert's internal thread, typically found in the manufacturer's technical size table.



