Installation Tool - 5/16-18 - Plastic - Heli Coil Products

The Heli-Coil Products 5288-5 Installation Tool is an essential manual instrument designed for the precise and secure installation of 5/16-18 Heli-Coil threaded inserts. This tool provides professional technicians with the direct control necessary to achieve consistent and reliable thread repair and reinforcement across a range of demanding automotive and industrial applications. Engineered for effective use in aluminum, cast iron, and steel components, it ensures robust and lasting thread solutions.

Key Features

• Precision 5/16-18 Insert Seating: Specifically engineered to accurately seat 5/16-18 Heli-Coil style inserts into properly tapped holes, ensuring precise fit and optimal thread engagement.
• Durable Heli-Coil Plastic Construction: Features a lightweight yet robust helicoil plastic body and stem, minimizing hand fatigue during repetitive tasks while maintaining strength and longevity for professional use.
• Positive Tang Engagement: Facilitates secure insert driving by engaging the tang, which helps maintain proper alignment, consistent seating depth, and thread concentricity to prevent cross-threading.
• Reliable Thread Restoration: Supports the consistent restoration of stripped or damaged threads in critical components like engine blocks, cylinder heads, transmission housings, and various hardware locations.

Applications

This installation tool is commonly utilized in professional automotive repair shops, fleet maintenance operations, industrial MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), and fabrication settings. It is ideal for restoring or reinforcing 5/16-18 fastener holes in a range of components, including engine parts, accessory brackets, suspension hardware, and machinery mounting points. Its robust repair capabilities are particularly beneficial in aluminum or softer alloy components where strong thread integrity is critical.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Heli Coil Products
• Model / Part Number: 5288-5
• Thread Size: 5/16-18
• Material: Plastic
• Weight: 0.04 lb
• Dimensions: 3.25 in x 1.75 in x 1.75 in