Our Titanium Alloy Slotted Thread Inserts are engineered to provide permanent, high-strength wear-resistant threads in low-strength parent materials (such as aluminum alloys, magnesium alloys, carbon fiber, and engineering plastics). Crafted using advanced Swiss CNC precision turning technology from aerospace-grade Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5), these inserts feature an integrated slotted cutting edge that simplifies installation while maintaining exceptional pull-out resistance under heavy dynamic loads.
Key Features & Engineering Benefits
1.Self-Tapping Capability & Easy Installation:The slotted design acts as a built-in cutting edge. During installation into a pre-drilled hole, the slot cuts into the host material, creating its own strong mating thread. This eliminates the requirement for pre-tapping steps, significantly reducing assembly time and cost.
2.Unrivaled Strength-to-Weight Ratio:Ideal for weight-sensitive projects such as drone frames, racing vehicles, and aerospace assemblies. Titanium alloy delivers the tensile strength of high-strength steel while weighing nearly half as much.
3.Superior Anti-Galling & Corrosion Resistance:Unlike standard steel inserts that rust or brass inserts that degrade in marine or chemical environments, Ti-6Al-4V naturally forms a stable protective oxide layer, offering complete immunity to saltwater, acids, and atmospheric weathering.
4.Vibration & Thermal Stability:Titanium maintains its structural integrity and clamping force under extreme heat and intense vibrational stresses, preventing thread stripping or loosening over prolonged operation.
Specification
| Internal Thread (d1) | Pitch (Internal) | External Thread (d2) | Length (L) | Recommended Drill Hole Size (Aluminium) |
M2
| 0.40 mm | M4.5 x 0.75 | 6.0 mm | 4.0 – 4.1 mm |
| M2.5 | 0.45 mm | M5.0 x 0.80 | 6.0 mm | 4.5 – 4.6 mm |
| M3 | 0.50 mm | M5.0 x 0.50 / M6 x 0.75 | 6.0 mm | 4.6 – 4.7 mm |
| M4 | 0.70 mm | M6.5 x 1.00 | 8.0 mm | 5.8 – 6.0 mm |
| M5 | 0.80 mm | M8.0 x 1.00 | 10.0 mm
| 7.2 – 7.4 mm |
| M6 | 1.00 mm | M10.0 x 1.25 | 12.0 mm | 9.0 – 9.2 mm |
| M8 | 1.25 mm | M12.0 x 1.50 | 15.0 mm | 11.0 – 11.2 mm |
| M10 | 1.50 mm | M14.0 x 1.50 | 18.0 mm | 13.0 – 13.2 mm |
Applications
1.Aerospace & Aviation: Lightening structural joints, UAV housings, and sensor mountings.
2.Motorsport & Automotive Racing: Engine casings, gearbox thread restoration, and lightweight chassis mountings.
3.Marine & Oceanography: Underwater equipment, yacht hardware, and saltwater-exposed electronics enclosures.
4.Medical Devices & Implants: Non-magnetic, biocompatible thread reinforcements for specialized laboratory equipment.
5.High-End Consumer Electronics & Optics: Camera housings, carbon fiber frames, and precision optical instruments.
OEM / Customization & Quality Assurance
1.Custom Manufacturing (OEM / ODM):We offer full OEM capabilities based on your technical drawings (STEP, IGES, PDF). Non-standard thread pitches, Imperial/UNC/UNF threads, custom lengths, and micro-insert designs are welcome.
2.Surface Treatments:Custom surface colors (Gold, Blue, Purple, Black DLC) via electrolytic anodizing or PVD physical vapor deposition to improve surface hardness and visual distinction.
3.Quality Control:100% thread gauge inspection (Go / No-Go standard), optical projector measurement, and material test certificates (MTC EN 10204 3.1) provided with every batch.
