Functionality of Inserts: Designed with a hole that may be internally threaded with a flange on one end, the insert’s functionality is to fasten one item to another in order to support load bearing threads. It achieves this by way of its design: a hole is found on one side that compresses or collapses in order to permit the attachment of an externally threaded fastener. Pre-assembled items will consist of an expansion sleeve and a body which may be flared. Internally threaded items may have a self-locking feature. This brand of insert was designed to work with (AGAV) P-8A aircraft.
FSG: Inserts are classified under Federal Supply Group 53: Hardware and Abrasives
FSC: Inserts are classified under Federal Supply Class 5325: Fastening Devices
Common Applications: Inserts are utilized in the aviation, aerospace, and hardware sector for the purposes of supporting load bearing threads. This is used to help assemble parts used in the construction of an aircraft and is particularly useful in areas in which only one side of a plane is accessible. In aviation, there are several different kinds of inserts including helically coiled inserts, sandwich panel (honeycomb) inserts, key-locked inserts, and more. Boeing has there own set of standards (BAC). This particular insert is manufactured in accordance to these set standards.
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