ATLAS® blind threaded inserts (also known as rivet nuts or blind threaded rivets) provide strong and reusable permanent threads in sheet materials where only one side is accessible for hardware installation
Low Profile Head – AEL – Type AEL SpinTite® inserts with a large diameter, low-profile head and knurled shank. Offers highest all around strength. Available with open or closed end.
This film shows a bolted connection where the bolt fails in shear.
Prior to the connection failing, it is possible to see the deformation in the bolt through the relative movement of the two ends.