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Review on ๐Ÿ”ง Efficient Rivnut Insert Setting Tool: Nutsert Installation made easy by Rob Allen

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Is working. Has good pros and some cons

Overall I am happy with the tool. On the plus side, it's compact and can be used in very tight setups where larger, long-handled tools won't fit. It's also inexpensive (but you only get one size). I'm concerned about the hex screw he uses to pull apart and squeeze Nutsert. I've done about 8 uses so far and it's been great, but it looks like a regular black metal machine screw and I can see where the threads have worn. So I don't know how long the mounting screw will last. Also, this tool requires some finesse to keep the nutsert tight and level with the surface while the nutsert is being set, and it takes a good feel to know how much force to apply, or rather when you should stop dressing. Too tight and you will break Nutsert. Too loose Ant Nutsert will not install properly. But after a few trial runs on a workbench I got the hang of it and it worked well for my projects.

Pros
  • Rivets
Cons
  • Requires Socket