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Just for the record, the size hole I drill depends a lot on the material and placement of the insert.
I just used the same sort of insert you describe in the four corners of a piece of chip board that is the fixture for a CNC project. Drilled those holes just a bit smaller than the max thread diameter because I did not want the chip board to mushroom and they were not required to hold much force.
In a 2x4, I would be at the barrel diameter because the soft wood can take the threads. In oak, a larger hole.
Usually, I drill a test hole of a scrap of what I will be putting the insert in so I can see how well it fits and adjust accordingLy with not risk to the project.
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(05-15-2018, 05:36 PM)®smpr_fi_mac® Wrote: I'm using threaded inserts with an internal thread of 1/4-20. They're going into cherry agai grain and face grain...
I measure the OD of the body, between the threads, using a digital caliper and drill a hole that size. Before inserting, I lightly wax the threads and use a Insert Nut Driver
http://www.leevalley.com/en/wood/page.as...,180,42334 to make sure it seats properly.
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05-18-2018, 05:42 AM
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Teak,
Yes. Thanks!
I didn't know there were inserts for hard and soft wood applications. Those I had were for soft wood and weren't working very well with cherry. I just ordered some brass pieces for hard wood and an installation tool.
Much appreciated!
Semper fi,
Brad
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(05-18-2018, 05:42 AM)®smpr_fi_mac® Wrote: Teak,
Yes. Thanks!
I didn't know there were inserts for hard and soft wood applications. Those I had were for soft wood and weren't working very well with cherry. I just ordered some brass pieces for hard wood and an installation tool.
Much appreciated!
Dang, should have asked how many you needed. I have lots of them.
I no longer build museums but don't want to change my name. My new job is a lot less stressful. Life is much better.
Garry
