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.
New 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 Prewinder Electric
The Best of Both Worlds... Exclusive to KATO, the Prewinder Electric tool combines the best features of the air and electric installation tools while utilizing the new KFS-20 brushless electric driver.
New Hex Electric
Hex electric installation tools are designed for speed and efficiency. The quick disconnect on the new KFS-20 & KFS-25 brushless electric driver allows for rapid tool changes, while the slim profile provides greater accessibility.
New Linear Torque Arm
A torque reaction arm designed to install Tangless or tanged CoilThread inserts using any KATO Electric or Air installation tool.
New 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.
