CoilThread Inserts
Tangless® and tanged CoilThread inserts are helically-coiled fastening devices that provide permanent, wear-resistant threads, exceeding the strength of most parent materials.
LockOne
A positive locking device designed to prevent a standard nut from loosening free under vibration.
New Tangless Pro-Kits
The world's first and only Tangless MRO / thread repair kit.
New KFS-30
Exclusive to KATO, the world's first cordless power tool option for CoilThread inserts. Used for both Prewinder & Hex electric installation. Next Gen Brushless Motor technology that utilizes Lithium-ion batteries.
KFS-25
The most powerful brushless electric driver option for CoilThread inserts. Used for Hex Electric installation. The Quick-Disconnect allows for rapid tool changes while providing a greater power for larger thread sizes.
KFS-20
The most versatile brushless electric driver option for CoilThread inserts. Used for both Prewinder & Hex Electric installation. The quick disconnect allows for rapid tool changes while the prewinder provides consistent installation.
Linear Torque Arm
A torque reaction arm designed to install Tangless or tanged CoilThread inserts using any KATO Electric or Air installation tool.
Articulating Torque Arm
A torque reaction arm that uses an articulating motion. Designed to install Tangless or tanged CoilThread inserts using any KATO Electric or Air installation tool.
Air Tools
Prewinder pneumatic installation tools designed for medium to high volume users of Tangless and tanged CoilThread inserts.
Hand Tools
Prewinder hand tools designed with precision and durability in mind for manual installation of CoilThread inserts.
Removal Tools
Tools designed to remove Tangless CoilThread insert without damaging the internal STI threads or surface of the parent material. Extraction tools for tanged inserts are also available.
Round Shaft Tools
KATO Tools for legacy Round Electric Drivers. KATO recommends switching to the Hex Electric Tool.
One Pawl Fits All
An installation component that engages the Tangless drive notch, and is responsible for holding the insert as it threads into the the STI tapped hole.
STI Taps
Designed specifically to create internal STI threads that will accommodate a CoilThread insert.
STI Gages
Designed to check the accuracy of the internal thread of an STI tapped hole.
Tang Break-Off Tool
Spring-loaded punch designed to cleanly remove the tang from conventional CoilThread inserts after installation.
KATO Perma-Coil® Thread Repair Kits
A superior method of repairing stripped threads in all types of materials.
KATO Perma-Coil® Master Thread Repair Kits
Designed for professionals, providing a superior method of repairing stripped threads in all types of materials.
Hexatorq Hinges
A constant torque steel and resin hinge that offers position control solutions with mold-in options.
Suretorq Hinges
A constant torque stainless steel hinge that offers position control solutions for lightweight applications.
