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HELI-COIL Helical Insert: Tanged Tang Style, Free-Running, 1/2"-13 Thread Size, Plain - Free-Running Tanged Helical Inserts
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HELI-COIL Helical Insert: Tanged Tang Style, Free-Running, 1/2"-13 Thread Size, Plain

The HELI-COIL Helical Insert is a free-running, tanged tang style insert with a 1/2"-13 thread size, right-hand, coarse thread, made from 18-8 metal with a tensile strength of 200,000 to 250,000 psi. Supplied in a…

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Helical Insert: Tanged Tang Style, Free-Running, 1/2"-13 Thread Size, Plain
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Free-Running Tanged Helical Inserts
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Manufacturer Part Number
A1185-8CN1000
Type
Free-Running, Plain, Plain, 100 PK
Thread Size
1/2"-13
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3G Electric (S) Pte. Ltd. — Singapore

Product Description

The HELI-COIL Helical Insert is a free-running, tanged tang style insert with a 1/2"-13 thread size, right-hand, coarse thread, made from 18-8 metal with a tensile strength of 200,000 to 250,000 psi. Supplied in a plain finish, 100-pack, this inch-series insert (MPN A1185-8CN1000) provides a reliable threaded repair or reinforcement solution for industrial applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a HELI-COIL helical insert used for?

A HELI-COIL helical insert repairs or reinforces damaged internal threads in metal components. It restores a 1/2"-13 thread size in applications like engine blocks, industrial machinery, and hydraulic systems, providing a durable, free-running thread with tensile strength up to 250,000 psi.

What are the specifications of the HELI-COIL A1185-8CN1000?

This HELI-COIL insert is a free-running, tanged tang style with a 1/2"-13 thread size, right-hand, coarse thread. Made from 18-8 metal, it has a tensile strength of 200,000 to 250,000 psi. Supplied in a plain finish, 100-pack, inch-series (MPN A1185-8CN1000).

Where to buy HELI-COIL helical inserts worldwide?

3G Electric supplies HELI-COIL helical inserts worldwide. As a global industrial solutions provider, we handle full logistics and customs clearance to deliver the A1185-8CN1000 and other thread repair inserts to your facility. Contact us for availability and lead time.

How to install a HELI-COIL tanged helical insert?

Install a HELI-COIL tanged insert by drilling out the damaged thread, tapping the hole to the specified size, then using a tang insertion tool to wind the insert into place. After installation, break off the tang with a punch. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for the 1/2"-13 thread size.

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Common applications for HELI-COIL
Aerospace engine repair — HELI-COIL STI taps for M12x1.75 metric threads in aluminum alloy components
Automotive transmission rebuild — HELI-COIL STI taps for 7/16-14 UNC threads in cast iron housings
Industrial pump maintenance — HELI-COIL STI taps for #10-32 UNF threads in stainless steel pump bodies
Hydraulic cylinder repair — HELI-COIL STI taps for M6x1 metric threads in steel cylinder heads
General manufacturing — HELI-COIL STI taps for 9/16-18 UNF threads in machinery base plates

HELI-COIL Products

3G Electric supplies HELI-COIL free-running tanged helical inserts. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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