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- 35 million sockets designed per year
- Co-designer of custom fasteners for 100 years and manufacturer of standard products
- From M2.5 to M20 and from 6 mm to 22 mm
- Steel, stainless steel, brass, etc. (other materials are available on request).
Threaded threaded sockets are fasteners designed with an internal tap and an external thread. They allow the assembly and fixing of plastic parts with a high resistance to tearing. In addition, they can be screwed and unscrewed unlimited. These parts can also be overmolded.
Threaded threaded socket - threaded threaded spacer tapped
Threaded threaded socket - threaded threaded spacer tapped
- Feasibility control using the FMEA tool, which is used to analyze failure modes, their effects and their criticality.
- Manufacture of initial samples in medium series, and validation of production with PPAP according to the IATF 16949 standard.
- Development of detailed production processes according to the APQP quality process
- Collection and analysis of production data to identify trends and variations. 3PPM in 2023.
The advantages of LGC Industries manufacturing
- 24 Multi-spindle lathes
- 45 Spins Escomatic
- 42 Fluting machines
- 8 Plunge and thread grinding machines
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The threaded threaded socket: assembly and fixing in one piece
Les threaded threaded sockets are essential elements to ensure a solid and durable fixation of your parts. Thanks to their cylindrical design with an internal tap and an external thread, they offer excellent pull-out resistance.
You can screw and unscrew them at will, which makes it much easier to assemble and disassemble your assemblies.
At LGC, we understand the importance of designing tailor-made solutions to meet your specific needs. This is why we support you throughout the process, offering prototyping, measurement and pull-out services.
In addition, our expertise allows us to help you industrialize your project by offering you effective installation and assembly solutions.
How is an LGC threaded threaded socket made?
From the material to the threaded threaded socket
The beginning of the threaded socket manufacturing process is similar to that of threaded inserts and self-tapping sockets.
The first step is to thread the raw material spool outside.
This stage is called rolling because the socket is passed between 3 rollers and the rolling system cold deforms the part by compressing it in order to create the thread.
Cold deformation has the advantage of strengthening the elastic resistance of the material.
Thus, a threaded socket tapped in a rolled material will have better pull-out resistance than a rolled material.
The second step is to cut the raw material tube in a suitable machine. The tube is cut to the desired length.
It is possible to add chamfers or finishes to the material.
Then, the part goes through a grinding stage.
A roller presses the parts against a grinding wheel rotating at high speed.
It is thanks to the abrasion of the grinding wheel that the diameter of the part is modified to reach tolerances of a few microns (~5-6 μm).
Finally, make way for tapping! That is to say the internal thread of the bushing.
To do this, a rotating tap will pass inside the part to give it the appropriate thread.
What are the advantages of a threaded threaded socket?
- Reinforcement in soft materials: the threaded threaded socket reinforces fasteners in soft materials, offering increased strength for fasteners with screws and bolts. This is particularly useful in assemblies subject to significant loads.
- Increased lifespan: thanks to its ability to provide a more resistant thread, the threaded threaded socket extends the life of the assembly by minimizing thread wear over time.
- Reduced risk of pulling out: these sockets reduce the risk of threads being pulled out, ensuring stable fastening even under conditions where loads may vary.
- Ease of repair: In the event of damaged threads, a threaded threaded socket provides an effective repair option, eliminating the need to replace expensive components.
- Application in demanding environments: the threaded threaded socket withstands demanding environments well, offering a reliable solution even in conditions where other fastening methods might fail.
Would you like to learn more about the design of our sockets?
Go to our dedicated article: Everything you need to know about LGC sockets