PL-M3-ZC

Nylon Insert Self-Locking Fasteners – Types PL and PLC

PL-M3-ZC

Nylon Insert Self-Locking Fasteners – Types PL and PLC

The thread locking torque performance of Type PL and PLC PEMHEX® self-clinching fasteners is equivalent to applicable NASM25027 specifications. A nylon hexagonal element provides a reusable, non-metallic prevailing torque thread lock. The strong knurled collar receives the installation force and resists torque. The spin resistance of the knurl greatly exceeds the torque that can be exerted by the self-locking feature. As the knurled collar is embedded in the sheet, the undercut cavity beneath the collar is filled with displaced sheet material, thereby captivating the fastener in the sheet.

The color blue for fastener locking elements is a registered trademark. Unified fasteners have a blue nylon locking element and metric fasteners have a black nylon locking element.

Specifications

Thread Code
M3
Thread Size
M3 x 0.5
Thread Specification
6H, ASME B1.13M, Internal
Fastener Material
Carbon Steel, Heat-Treated Carbon Steel
Fastener Materials – Locking Element
Black Nylon
Optional Finish
SC1 (5µm), Type II, yellow, Zinc plated per ASTM B633
For Use in Sheet Hardness
HRB 70 / HB 125 or Less
Product Category
Nylon Insert Self-Locking Fasteners – Types PL and PLC
CAD Supplier
PennEngineering® (PEM®)
CADPartID
103697
Application Type
Automotive Electronics, Datacom, Electric Vehicle Chargers, Industrial, Telecom
Base Panel Material
Aluminum, Steel
Brand
PEM
Fastener Characteristics
Locking, Threaded Internal
Industry
Automotive Electronics, Datacom & Telecom, Industrial & Commercial, Medical
Installation Equipment/Method
C-Frame Automatic Feed, C-Frame Manual Feed
PEM Product Family
LN
Product Type
Nuts
Technology Type
Self-Clinching
Unit (Metric/Unified)
Metric
A Shank Max
1.53mm
E Max._mm
7.01mm
Hole Size in Sheet + 0.08_mm
6mm
Max. Hole in Attached Parts_mm
3.50mm
Min. Dist. Hole C/L to Edge_mm
4.32mm
C Max._mm
5.98mm
D Max._mm
5.52mm
Sheet Thickness_mm
1 to 1.78mm
T Max._mm
3.56mm

Resources

Installation & Performance Data

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TYPE THREAD CODE TEST SHEET THICKNESS & MATERIAL INSTALLATION (kN) PUSHOUT (N) TORQUE-OUT (N•m)
PL, PLC M3 1.5 mm 5052-H34 Aluminum 8.9 1000 2.25
PL, PLC M3 1 mm 5052-H34 Aluminum 6.67 710 2.25
PL, PLC M3 1.5 mm Cold-Rolled Steel 13.34 1156 2.25
PL, PLC M3 1.2 mm Cold-Rolled Steel 13.34 1000 2.25

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