Threaded Reducing Insert / Thread Adapter Bushing – Precision Industrial Thread Reducer for Metric Fastening

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The threaded reducing insert (also known as a thread adapter bushing or metric thread reducing insert) is a robust solution engineered for companies and industrial manufacturers needing to convert one internal thread size to another or reinforce weakened threaded holes without costly re-machining. This precision metal insert supports metric internal and external threaded transitions, ideal for steel fabrication, aluminium assembly, composite panel fastening, mechanical production lines and OEM applications.

Description

Technical Specifications, Material Codes & Tolerance Details

• Thread sizes: available for a wide range of metric conversions – for example M12 to M8, M14 to M10, M16 to M12, enabling seamless thread size adaptation in industrial parts and assemblies.
• Material types: steel zinc plated for high mechanical load-bearing capacity.
• Internal & external thread standards: conforms to ISO metric tolerances ensuring compatibility with metric bolts and screws in precision machinery.
• Designed to reinforce internal threads, adapt thread diameters and reduce thread sizes in existing holes without re-tapping the base material.

Installation & Precision Industrial Use Cases

• Pre-hole preparation: drill the correct pilot hole for the larger external thread; the reducing insert is then threaded into the hole to provide a new internal metric thread suited to the desired fastener.
• Ease of assembly: this insert eliminates additional machining; perfect for machine shops, metal fabrication, maintenance repair operations (MRO) and high-volume production environments.
• Tools: can be installed with standard insertion tools or mechanical drivers for consistent alignment and torque control across production batches.

Industrial Applications & Business Advantages

• Manufacturing & assembly lines: convert and stabilize thread sizes across diverse components with minimal downtime.
• Machine building & engineering: create durable internal threads in parts where original threads do not match standard fasteners.
• Thread repair and retrofit: restore worn or stripped threads and extend equipment lifecycle without replacing entire parts.
• OEM, automotive and structural components: optimal for precision fastening, vibration resistance and long-term reliability in demanding industrial conditions.

Why Choose Juno Industries Threaded Inserts for B2B Fastening Solutions

Juno Industries delivers industrial grade threaded solutions with precise material specifications, consistent metric tolerance control, and durable performance backed by years of engineering expertise. Our threaded reducing inserts support complex industrial builds, thread adaptation challenges and material transitions, making them a preferred choice in European manufacturing and global B2B supply chains.

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