What are self clinch fasteners and how do they work?

Self clinch fasteners are threaded inserts made of stainless steel that are pressed into sheet metal to create a durable female thread. They work by clinching their teeth into the material when pressed into a pre-drilled hole, providing a secure fastening solution.

Are stainless steel self clinch fasteners suitable for all environments?

Yes, stainless steel self clinch fasteners are highly resistant to corrosion and corrosion-related damage, making them ideal for harsh or outdoor environments where durability and longevity are essential.

What sizes and types of self clinch fasteners are available?

Our self clinch fasteners come in a wide range of sizes and types, including male and female options. If you cannot find your required size in the listed selection, please contact our sales team, as we can supply a broader range to meet your needs.

Can self clinch fasteners be used with different materials besides sheet metal?

Self clinch fasteners are specifically designed to work with sheet metal, providing a secure thread in thin materials. For other materials, consult with our team to ensure compatibility and suitability for your application.

How easy is it to install stainless steel self clinch fasteners?

Installation is simple—just press the fastener into a pre-drilled hole in the sheet metal, and the teeth will clinch the material securely. This process is quick and does not require special tools or expertise.

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SELF CLINCH FASTENERS STAINLESS STEEL

Name: SELF CLINCH FASTENERS STAINLESS STEEL
Brand: Indifit
SKU: ACSM03006SS
Availability: InStock

Choice of male or female self clinch fasteners.

Material: Stainless steel.

A very easy way to create a female thread in sheet metal. Press into a pre-drilled hole and teeth will clinch to the material.

Please also view the same product range available in zinc steel.

Please note: The size range shown in the listed table is a selection of the most popular fasteners we sell. However, the size range we can supply is too vast to be listed here, so if the size or specification you require is not shown, please call the sales office and we will endeavour to supply to your requirement.

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SKU	Type	Material	Pack Qty	Size	Grade	Hole size in sheet	Min sheet thickness
ACSM03006SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M3 x 6mm	A2	3	1
ACSM03008SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M3 x 8mm	A2	3	1
ACSM03010SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M3 x 10mm	A2	3	1
ACSM03012SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M3 x 12mm	A2	3	1
ACSM03015SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M3 x 15mm	A2	3	1
ACSM03020SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M3 x 20mm	A2	3	1
ACSM03025SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M3 x 25mm	A2	3	1
ACSM04006SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M4 x 6mm	A2	4	1
ACSM04008SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M4 x 8mm	A2	4	1
ACSM04010SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M4 x 10mm	A2	4	1
ACSM04012SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M4 x 12mm	A2	4	1
ACSM04015SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M4 x 15mm	A2	4	1
ACSM04018SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M4 x 18mm	A2	4	1
ACSM04020SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M4 x 20mm	A2	4	1
ACSM04025SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M4 x 25mm	A2	4	1
ACSM05010SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M5 x 10mm	A2	5	1
ACSM05012SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M5 x 12mm	A2	5	1
ACSM05015SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M5 x 15mm	A2	5	1
ACSM05018SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M5 x 18mm	A2	5	1
ACSM05020SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M5 x 20mm	A2	5	1
ACSM05025SS	Male stud	Stainless	1000	M5 x 25mm	A2	5	1
ACSM06010SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M6 x 10mm	A2	6	1.6
ACSM06012SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M6 x 12mm	A2	6	1.6
ACSM06015SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M6 x 15mm	A2	6	1.6
ACSM06018SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M6 x 18mm	A2	6	1.6
ACSM06020SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M6 x 20mm	A2	6	1.6
ACSM06025SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M6 x 25mm	A2	6	1.6
ACSM06030SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M6 x 30mm	A2	6	1.6
ACSM08015SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M8 x 15mm	A2	8	2.4
ACSM08020SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M8 x 20mm	A2	8	2.4
ACSM08025SS	Male stud	Stainless	500	M8 x 25mm	A2	8	2.4
ANCNM03-0SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M3-0	A2	4.25	0.8-1.0
ANCNM03-1SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M3-1	A2	4.25	1
ANCNM03-2SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M3-2	A2	4.25	1.4
ANCNM04-0SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M4-0	A2	5.4	0.8-1.0
ANCNM04-1SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M4-1	A2	5.4	1
ANCNM04-2SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M4-2	A2	5.4	1.4
ANCNM05-0SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M5-0	A2	6.4	0.8-1.0
ANCNM05-1SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M5-1	A2	6.4	1
ANCNM05-2SS	Nut	Stainless	1000	M5-2	A2	6.4	1.4
ANCNM06-1SS	Nut	Stainless	500	M6-1	A2	8.75	1.4
ANCNM06-2SS	Nut	Stainless	500	M6-2	A2	8.75	2.3
ANCNM08-1SS	Nut	Stainless	500	M8-1	A2	10.5	1.4
ANCNM08-2SS	Nut	Stainless	500	M8-2	A2	10.5	2.3

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