{"product_id":"1-2-28-short-brass-threaded-heat-set-inserts-for-3d-printing-initeq-durathread","title":"1\/2\"-28 Short Brass Heat Set Inserts for 3D Printing — Initeq Durathread","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; color: #333; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\"-28 Short Brass Heat Set Inserts\u003c\/strong\u003e — precision-machined for 3D printing and plastic fabrication. Part of the Initeq Durathread line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; width: 40%;\"\u003eThread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1\/2\"-28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eShort (shorter OAL — ideal for thin walls and space-constrained designs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOverall Length (OAL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e.500\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInsert Diameter (OD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e.571\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRecommended Hole Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e.537\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCDA 360 Free-Machining Brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThread System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSAE \/ Imperial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8e1; border-left: 4px solid #ffc107; padding: 10px 14px; margin: 12px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAvailable in multiple pack sizes. Select your quantity above.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 16px 0 6px;\"\u003eHow Heat Set Inserts Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThese inserts press into a slightly undersized hole using a soldering iron. The heat melts the surrounding plastic, allowing it to flow into the insert's tapered fins. Once cooled, the result is an extremely strong, reusable threaded connection — far superior to captive nuts or self-tapping screws in printed parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 16px 0 6px;\"\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse a dedicated soldering iron tip sized for your insert (flat or tapered tips work best)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSet your iron to 240–270°C (465–520°F) — hot enough to flow plastic but not so hot that it chars\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLet the insert heat for 2–3 seconds before pressing — don't force it\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDrill the hole ~0.050\" deeper than the insert OAL to allow room for displaced plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWorks with PLA, ABS, PETG, ASA, Nylon, and other thermoplastics (not resin prints)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 16px 0 6px;\"\u003eWhy Use Threaded Inserts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eRather than design around 3D printing limitations, split your project into modular components fastened with inserts and machine screws. You get greater design flexibility, can reprint only failed parts, and end up with a more professional result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSAE\/Imperial threads are often more convenient for US-based makers — matching fasteners are stocked at Home Depot, Lowe's, Ace, and most hardware stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #e8f5e9; border-left: 4px solid #4caf50; padding: 10px 14px; margin: 12px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is the only length variant available for 1\/2\"-28.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ddd; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #666;\"\u003eShips same or next business day from Georgia. Questions? 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