Review on Efficient Metalworking: Astro Pneumatic Tool 1442-8/32A Mandrel and Nose Piece - A Comprehensive Tool for Precise Operations by Brian Delgado

Name: Efficient Metalworking: Astro Pneumatic Tool 1442-8/32A Mandrel and Nose Piece - A Comprehensive Tool for Precise Operations
Item: Efficient Metalworking: Astro Pneumatic Tool 1442-8/32A Mandrel and Nose Piece - A Comprehensive Tool for Precise Operations
Rating: 5

September 08, 2022

Machined Steel Nuts in Sheet Metal

I used this with the Astro Pneumatic Tool 1442 Rivet Nut Setter to install 8/32 steel rivet nuts in 18 gauge sheet metal. It's great for the job, but it's easy to overtighten and damage the rivet nut, so it might help to practice on scrap metal first to get a feel for it.

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