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Part # LAC-M3-2MD, Floating self-clinching, locking thread fasteners LA4, LAC, LAS - Metric

Locking and Non-locking Threads

These fasteners provide load-bearing threads in thin sheets and permit up to 0.76mm adjustment for
mating hole misalignment.

The self-clinching feature offers fast and simple assembly. The fasteners are squeezed into prepared
holes using any standard press. The sheet remains flush on one side, and the fastener is permanently
locked in place.

Extra strength and support in assembly is obtained by the threads of the floating nut extending fully into
the retainer
more

Specifications

Thread Size x Pitch M3 x 0.5

Self-Locking
Thread Type

Thread Code M3

Shank Code 2
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1.38 mm
A (Shank) Max.

Min. Sheet Thickness 1.38 mm

Hole Size in Sheet + 0.08 7.37 mm

C Max. 7.35 mm

D Max. 7.37 mm

E ± 0.38 9.14 mm

T1 Max. 3.31 mm

T2 Max. 4.83 mm

Min. Dist. Hole C/L to Edge 7.62 mm

0.38mm minimum, in all directions from center, 0.76mm

Float
total

Fastener Material 300 Series Stainless Steel

Fastener Materials - Retainer 300 Series Stainless Steel

Fastener Materials - Nut 300 Series Stainless Steel

Retainer Finish Passivated and/or tested per ASTM A380

Nut Finish Black Dry-film Lubricant

For Use in Sheet Hardness(1) HRB 70 / HB 125 or Less

Thread Specification Internal, ANSI/ASME B1.13M, 6H

CAD Supplier PennEngineering® (PEM®)

1 HRB - Hardness Rockwell “B” Scale. HB - Hardness Brinell.