APPROVED VENDOR Key Locking Insert: Thin Wall, 2 Keys, #8-32 Int Thrd Sz, 1/4"-20 Ext Thrd Sz
The APPROVED VENDOR Key Locking Insert is a thin-wall, mil-spec key-locking insert with a #8-32 internal thread size and a 1/4"-20 external thread size, supplied in a 10-pack. It features 2 keys, a plain finish…
SKU 3G-OTH-531622
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Product Description
The APPROVED VENDOR Key Locking Insert is a thin-wall, mil-spec key-locking insert with a #8-32 internal thread size and a 1/4"-20 external thread size, supplied in a 10-pack. It features 2 keys, a plain finish, coarse thread type, and is made from 303-grade material with 2A external and 3B internal thread fits. This inch-system insert meets MIL-I-45914A (MS51830) standards and is compatible with a 1/4"-20 tap size.
Supplied to the Philippines — compatible with 60 Hz installations. DHL Express delivery to Manila, Quezon City, Cebu, customs and duties handled door-to-door.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a key locking insert used for?
A key locking insert repairs or reinforces threads in metal assemblies, typically in aerospace, defense, or industrial equipment. The APPROVED VENDOR thin-wall insert with 2 keys provides a permanent, high-strength thread in soft materials like aluminum, meeting MIL-I-45914A (MS51830) standards for critical applications.
What are the specifications of the APPROVED VENDOR key locking insert?
This thin-wall insert has a #8-32 internal thread and 1/4"-20 external thread, with 2 keys, plain finish, and coarse thread type. It is made from 303-grade material with 2A external and 3B internal thread fits, compatible with a 1/4"-20 tap size, and meets MIL-I-45914A (MS51830) standards.
Where to buy APPROVED VENDOR key locking inserts worldwide?
3G Electric supplies APPROVED VENDOR key locking inserts worldwide, handling full logistics and customs clearance for global delivery. As a sourcing partner across 14 industrial departments, we provide genuine mil-spec inserts like this 10-pack, ensuring compliance with MIL-I-45914A (MS51830) for your procurement needs.
How to install a key locking insert?
Installation requires drilling to the specified tap size (1/4"-20), tapping the hole, then inserting the insert using a driver tool. The 2 keys lock into the parent material to prevent rotation. Follow MIL-I-45914A guidelines for torque and depth; use thread locking compound for vibration resistance in critical assemblies.
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3G Electric supplies APPROVED VENDOR mil. spec. key-locking inserts. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.









