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Hand tools

Mebux® thread inserts

Application - Metric thread

Step 1:
Drill out the damaged thread with the Mebux
HSS drill bit (C) to the bottom. Pay attention to
the direction of the hole.

Step 2:
Use the Mebux fit milling cutter (D) to countersink
the hole until the depth stop is resting on the
workpiece. .

Step 3:
The thread cutter (B) can now be used to cut a
new thread. Straight guidance in the bore hole is
important Turn out the thread cutter (B) once the A = B =
full drilling depth has been reached and blow out Screw-in tool Thread cutter
the chips.

Step 4:
Noticeable resistance occurs when the threaded
sleeve has been fully inserted into the thread
using the lubricated turning tool (A). Continue to
turn the tool until the turning-in resistance drops
perceptibly. Only this method ensures that the
sleeve is pressed into the threads of the work
piece.

Sleeve Sleeve
turned in pressed in

C = D =
Drill bit Seat burr, tap borer

Technical data subject to change.
Availability subject to country specific rules and regulations. www.iconridge.com Source: Theo Förch GmbH & Co. KG 492