PEM Stainless Steel Nut

PEM Stainless Steel Nuts are high-performance self-clinching fasteners designed to provide permanent, strong, and reusable threads in thin metal sheets. Manufactured from corrosion-resistant Stainless Steel, these nuts are widely used in automotive, electronics, sheet metal fabrication, and industrial enclosures where reliable fastening is essential.

Key Features:

• Material: Stainless Steel 303 / 304 / 316

• Thread Sizes: M2 to M10 (UNC/UNF available)

• Type Options: S-Type (standard), CLS (flush), SP (blind), and more

• Installation Method: Press-in using a parallel squeeze force

• Sheet Thickness: As thin as 0.5mm depending on the model

• Corrosion Resistance: Ideal for stainless steel and coated panels

• Torque-Out / Push-Out Strength: High-performance retention in metal

Applications:

• Electronics housing

• Medical equipment

• Automotive control panels

• Communication equipment

• Sheet metal chassis and cabinets

• LED lighting enclosures

Advantages:

• Installs in thin sheet metal without welding or tapping

• Flush or near-flush installation for aesthetic and functional appeal

• High axial strength and reliable thread performance

• Compatible with stainless steel panel assemblies

• Ideal replacement for traditional weld nuts or loose threaded inserts

Technical Specifications

Q1: What is a PEM stainless steel nut?
A1: It’s a self-clinching nut made of stainless steel that embeds into thin metal sheets to provide a durable, reusable thread, often used in place of weld nuts.

Q2: How are PEM nuts installed?
A2: They are pressed into a pre-punched hole using a parallel squeeze force. The clinching action displaces the host metal into the undercut of the fastener, locking it in place.

Q3: Can PEM nuts be used on stainless steel panels?
A3: Yes, but stainless-on-stainless may require special PEM types (e.g., SP or types with stronger serrations) and precise installation to ensure high retention.

Q4: What is the advantage of using PEM nuts over weld nuts?
A4: No need for welding or additional hardware. PEM nuts are clean, fast to install, require less space, and ensure flush installation for better aesthetics and strength.

Q5: Do you offer stainless steel PEM nuts in bulk?
A5: Yes, bulk orders and OEM/ODM customization are supported. MOQ and lead time vary depending on size and type.