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Re:When are rivet nuts an ideal choice for an application? (... by rootw0rm on Wednesday July 27, 2022 @02:30AM (#32247465)
Here's a pretty cool video I found on the subject:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3eBtuGlqSo

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Re:When are rivet nuts an ideal choice for an application? (... by londons_explore on Wednesday July 27, 2022 @06:46AM (#32248871)
Isn't a far simpler solution to use a big hammer? I assume the momentary force from a hammer is tens of thousands of lbs?
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Re:When are rivet nuts an ideal choice for an application? (... by djfobbz on Wednesday July 27, 2022 @08:15AM (#32249532)
No, it causes instantaneous shock force whereas the PEM studs require a gradual increase in force to be properly inserted. Hydraulic press is a better option.
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