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PreTect™ Thread Masking Plugs

Fasteners are shipped with plugs and film (where applicable) already in place.
Plugs can be augmented for thru-hole fastener types with a specially engineered stretched polyester film offering thread protection on the side opposite the plug.
Plugs and film easily removed with a fine tip tool by end user.
Plugs and film can withstand 482°F / 250°C temperatures.
Fasteners can be installed using automated installation equipment. (Adjustments to auto feed tooling may be required.)

Secure sheets to common magnesium die casting materials such as AZ91D. Also appropriate for attaching panels to plastics such as ABS.
Alternative to screws, eliminating the need to tap or use threaded inserts.
Tapered tip for easier alignment into base panel.
Top sheet can be any material.
Low-profile head.
Simple, press-in installation. Does not require heat or ultrasonics.
Can be installed automatically.

MSOFS™ microPEM® flaring standoffs attach permanently in panels as thin as .008″/0.2mm of any hardness, including stainless steel.
Can be installed into any type of panel, including metal, plastic and P.C. Board.
Flaring feature allows for installation into multiple panels.
Small footprint allows for reduced centerline-to-edge designs.
Threads as small as #0-80/M1.

Screw turns freely until a clamp load is applied.
Resistant to vibrational loosening.
Back side of panel is flush or sub-flush for screw installation.
Locking feature reusability is not affected by number of on/off cycles.
Uses same mounting hole and installation tooling as standard S™ nut fasteners found in PEM® Bulletin CL.

PEM® SMTSS™ fasteners feature a spring action to hold P.C. Board securely without screw or threaded hardware.
Designed for on-only applications.*
Mount on P.C. Boards in the same manner and at the same time as other surface mount components prior to the automated reflow solder process.
Alleviates concerns about potential damage to P.C. Boards due to improper secondary operations.
Fasteners provided on tape and reel compatible with existing SMT automated installation equipment.
Benefits include reduced scrap, reduced handling and reduced risk of board damage.

Lead-free inserts offer alternative to brass to address environmental active use and afterlife recycling concerns.
New lead-free aluminum inserts are 70% lighter than brass equivalents.
Stainless steel inserts are typically stronger than brass and may offer better protection from certian types of corrosive agents.
All inserts are available for press in, molded in or ultrasonic/heat installation.

Standoffs allow for stacking or spacing in applications where corrosion resistance is required.
Fasteners clinch securely into stainless steel sheet with hardness up to HRB 88 / HB 183.
Available with blind or through-hole threads. Closed threads provide flush appearance on back side of sheet.
Nickel plating presents an attractive finish to enhance overall assembly appearance.