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Crownserts tooling

Step Drills Tap-Through Tools Blind Tap Tools Hand-Installation Tools Wrenches Swaging Tools After-swage Tools

Select the correct Crownserts tooling for hole preparation, tapping and installation.

Tools are recommended by Crownsert® part number and support the consolidated metric and imperial series, including CSSM, CSXM, CSHM, CSS, CSX, CS and CSH.

The correct tooling sequence helps prepare the hole, create the installation thread and complete the swaging operation in a controlled and repeatable way.

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Installation flowchart

Crownserts installation tools for drilling tapping and swaging

Crownserts Tooling Categories

Use the correct drilling, tapping and installation tools to achieve reliable Crownserts performance.

Step Drill Tools

CSD CSHD Hole Preparation
Crownserts step drill tools

Step drills prepare the correct hole geometry before tapping and installation. They help create consistent hole quality and reduce the need for multiple separate drilling operations.

Tap-Through Tools

TTIM TTI Through Holes
Crownserts tap-through tools

Tap-through tools create the internal thread required for Crownserts installation in through-hole applications where the hole passes completely through the material.

Blind Tap Tools

TBIM TBI Blind Holes
Crownserts blind tap tools

Blind tap tools help achieve the required full thread depth in blind-hole installations where the hole does not pass completely through the component.

Hand Installation Tools

CSTLM CSHTLM CST / CSTL
Crownserts hand installation tools

Hand installation tools are matched to each Crownserts series and size for accurate installation and swaging of the insert into the parent material.

Drive Wrench Tools

4-Point 6-Point CSW / CSWL
Crownserts drive wrench tools

Drive wrench tools are used to screw the Crownsert into the prepared and tapped hole before swaging. 4-point wrenches are used for non-locking inserts, while 6-point wrenches are used for locking inserts.

Swage Tools

CSST CSSTM CSHST / CSHSTM
Crownserts swage tools

Swage Tools are used after the insert has been wrenched into the prepared hole. They apply downward force to set the external locking feature into the parent material and secure the insert in place.

After-Swage Gages

CSASG CSASGM CSHASG / CSHASGM
Crownserts after-swage gages

After-swage gages are used after the insert has been installed and swaged. They verify that the swage operation and installed depth are within the acceptable condition for the selected Crownserts® insert family.

Removal Tools / Drills

CSRT CSRTM CSHRT / CSHRTM
Crownserts removal tools and removal drills

Removal Tools and drills are used when an installed Crownsert® must be replaced. They drill the swaged locking area to the required depth, allowing the insert to be backed out in a controlled way.

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Crownserts tooling support

Not sure which tool you need, or looking for a specific Crownserts tooling solution? Send us your insert part number, application details or installation requirements, and we will help you select the correct tool.

Recommended Tooling by Crownsert Part Number

Each Crownsert should be matched with the correct tooling combination.

Recommended tools can include a step drill, tap-through tool, blind tap tool and hand-installation tool depending on the insert series and installation type.

This makes it easier to connect each Crownsert® product page with the tooling required for accurate drilling, tapping and swaging.

#Recommended tool for step drill# CSD0140

#Recommended tool for tap through tool# TTI0164

#Recommended tool for blind tap tool# TBI0164

#Recommended tool for hand installation tool# CSTL04

Metric Tooling

CSD, CSHD, TTIM, TBIM, CSTLM and CSHTLM tools support metric Crownserts series such as CSSM, CSXM and CSHM.

Imperial Tooling

CSD, TTI, TBI, CST, CSTL, CSHT and CSHTL tools support imperial Crownserts series such as CSS, CSX, CS and CSH.

Through-Hole Installation

Use the recommended step drill and tap-through tool when the hole passes completely through the parent material.

Blind-Hole Installation

Use the recommended blind tap tool and verify the minimum full thread depth for blind-hole installations.

Crownserts installation flowchart

From hole preparation to final inspection

1

Hole drilling


Preparation of the hole in the parent material for the Crownsert®

2

Thread Installation


A tap-through tool is for through holes with clearance; a blind tap tool cuts usable threads close to the bottom of a blind hole

3

Broaching


A broaching tool cuts serration grooves in the prepared hole, allowing the Crownsert® knurls to swage securely into the parent material.

4

Crownsert Installation


While separate Wrenching and Swaging tools are available, the Crownserts® Hand-Installation Tool combines both operations in one tool.

5

Verify


Verify correct installation depth using the after-swage gage.

6

Removal Tool


Use the correct removal tool when the insert is worn out.