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VCOIL Inserting Tool With Locking Ring - No.20 (18mm.3/4)

VCOIL Inserting Tool With Locking Ring - No.20 (18mm.3/4)

SKU:TC-08020

The VCOIL Inserting Tool With Locking Ring is a purpose-built hand tool designed to install thread inserts into new threads with precision and control. It’s ideal for technicians, machinists, engi... Read more ↓
TypeInserting Tool With Locking Ring
No.20
MetricM18x2.5 M18x2.0 M18x1.5
UNC3/4
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£12.02
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Description

The VCOIL Inserting Tool With Locking Ring is a purpose-built hand tool designed to install thread inserts into new threads with precision and control. It’s ideal for technicians, machinists, engineers, and hobbyists who need reliable, repeatable results when adding metal threads.

Sized for No.20 inserts (18mm.3/4), this tool features an adjustable ring to center the insert tang precisely in the tang slot and a locking ring to keep everything steady during installation. Use the straightforward steps—screw the insert onto the tool securely, align the tang, lock it in place, and wind the insert in with gentle downward pressure—to achieve a precise, secure seating every time.

  • Precise tang centering with an adjustable ring: Aligns the insert tang exactly in the tang slot before seating, reducing misalignment and potential thread damage for consistently smooth installations.
  • Locking ring for stable, repeatable performance: Clamps the assembly in place during insertion, minimizing movement and delivering reliable results across jobs.
  • Controlled, down-pressure seating: Guided insertion with gentle downward pressure ensures the insert seats securely without over-tightening, enhancing joint durability.

Using the VCOIL tool simplifies thread-insert work, reduces setup and rework time, and helps ensure every insert is seated correctly on the first attempt. The combination of precise tang alignment, stable locking, and controlled seating supports reliable, high-quality results across professional and DIY applications.

Part Numbers

Protool Part Number
TC-08020
Brand
VCOIL
Category
Inserting Tool
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Delivery

Free UK mainland delivery on orders over £50 ex VAT. In-stock items ordered before 4:30pm are dispatched the same working day. Full delivery information.

Returns

14-day returns on unused stock items in original packaging. Special-order and bespoke tooling is non-returnable. Read our returns policy.

Technical Support

Over 30 years of machining experience behind the counter. Call 01732 887334, Mon–Thurs 8:30–17:30, Fri 8:30–16:30.

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Do you offer Free Next Day delivery?

Yes! We offer Free Next Day delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 on all orders over £50 ex VAT*. We also offer Free DPD Local Next Day delivery on all orders over £100 ex VAT*.

We also offer the following:

  • Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.90 (FREE on orders over £50 ex VAT*). Order before 4:30pm for next day delivery. No signature required.
  • DPD Local Next Day — £8.00 (FREE on orders over £100 ex VAT*). Standard next day delivery to UK mainland addresses.
  • Royal Mail Special Delivery — £12.50. Guaranteed delivery before 1pm the next working day.
  • DPD Saturday Delivery — £25.00. Must be ordered on Friday before 4pm. Pre-12pm delivery.

For delivery to Scottish Highlands & Islands, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, or overseas locations, additional charges apply. Please see our delivery page for full details, or call us on 01732 887 334.

*T's & C's and exclusions apply. Please see our delivery page for more information on all our services.

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