HS™ Self-piercing clinch nuts on wire

Application area

• Can be universally used for component thicknesses from 0.64mm to 2.79mm
• Can be used in applications utilizing aluminum to HSLA
• This nut self-pierces the material so no pre-pierced hole is required
• Can be installed in a progressive die or in a C-Frame operation
• Suitable for use with surface-treated, galvanized, or painted components
• Typically, no bowl feeder is required as they are supplied on spools
• When the bulk version is utilized a feeder would be required

Technical Characteristics

• Thread sizes: M5 – M8
• Property Class 9 (standard)
• Resistance to corrosion in accordance with the customer’s requirements
• No adverse effects on the joint or function of the thread; no damage due to weld spatters
• High resistance to torque forces, even for thin sheet metal
• Stud positioning tolerances can be halved as compared to welding methods
• Straightforward, in-process non-destructive quality testing possible, instead of destructive testing