Helicoil thread is a special thread that is used to aid in repairing broken threads in items such as screws and bolts. It’s handy to have something around when things break or need fixing. Read on to find out more about helicoil thread, and how it can assist with making things strong again.
A broken screw or bolt is every handyman’s nightmare. But thanks to helicoil thread inserts, you can rethread to your heart’s content and get things functioning like new. "Helicoil" thread inserts are tiny springs of wire inserted into the damaged thread, forming a new, stronger thread for the screw or bolt to grab. This serves to smash things together and to hold everything in place.
One of the good reasons to use helicoil thread inserts is that it gives a much stronger joint than the original thread. This is to say that your screw or bolt will be safer and less prone to loosening over time. Helicoil thread inserts also assist to spread the pressure more evenly, so the thread might not get damaged in the eras after. All in all though, the use of helicoil thread inserts can increase longevity and durability.
It is easy to install helicoil thread inserts, but a cautious approach is essential. The first thing you’ll have to do is drill out the damaged thread in the hole so there’s room to fit the helicoil insert. Then you thread in a special tool and thread in the helicoil insert. Then, once your helicoil insert is tight, remove your tool, and your screw or bolt will be good as new. If you ever need to remove a helicoil thread insert, you can unscrew one with a special removal tool.
Occasionally, there will be hiccups with helicoil thread inserts. One challenge you may encounter is when the helicoil insert is unable to properly fit into the damaged thread. That can occur if the hole is not drilled to the proper size, or if the helicoil insert is not aligned properly. Unfortunely their is no way that I know of to restore a helicoiled hole so I'd probably start by applying another set with the right sized hole and making sure to line it up carefully before insertion. A helicoil insert can also stick. In such an instance, you can pair a removal tool with the insert to gently draw it out.
When selecting a helicoil thread insert for your job, you have to consider the size. You can do this by measuring how wide and how deep the damaged thread is, and then picking a helicoil insert that matches those dimensions. It is better to prepare several sizes of helicoil thread inserts,so that you don’t have to waste time to go shopping.
