Item # CKS-440-2, PEM® CASTSERT® Press-in Inserts

For Castings and Soft Metals HRB 70 / HB 125 or less

PEM® 300 Series Stainless Steel CASTSERT® inserts provide strong, durable metal threads in soft metals and die-cast alloys. The simple press-in and rapid installation process for these inserts uses a flat punch and anvil to install all sizes and lengths, approximately 80% faster than other methods.

Designed for flush installation with flat punch and anvil into blind holes or thru-holes

Process cost savings vs. coil inserts or thread tapping

Unit of Measure

Specifications

Thread Size	N/A .112-40 (#4-40)
Type	N/A CKS
Thread Code	N/A 440
Length A ±.005	N/A .300 in
Pilot C Max.	N/A .209 in
After Knurl E (Nom.)	N/A .228 in
Min. Sheet Thickness R	N/A .305 in
Straight Hole Dia. D + .003 - .000	N/A .219 in
Min. Dia. H of Tapered Hole at Length R¹	N/A .210 in
Min. Dist. Hole C/L to Edge	N/A .175 in
Standard Material	N/A 300 Series Stainless Steel
Standard Finish	N/A Passivated and/or tested per ASTM A360
CAD Supplier	N/A PennEngineering® PEM®

¹ Draft hole performance will vary greatly depending on length of engagement of the knurl over the installed length. For best results, recommend use of 3 degree or less total draft and design hole as close to H as possible at depth R to optimize length and

Specifications

Thread Size

Type

Thread Code

Length A ±.005

Pilot C Max.

After Knurl E (Nom.)

Min. Sheet Thickness R

Straight Hole Dia. D + .003 - .000

Min. Dist. Hole C/L to Edge

Standard Material

Standard Finish

CAD Supplier