DUAL-LOK®
Dual-Lok® Material Additive Type
Vespel® Locking Insert
High Temperature Capability
Dual Locking Surfaces
The patented Dual-Lok® process is a newly developed self-locking feature designed specifically for use in higher temperature applications. Using Vespel® inserts as its locking element, Dual-Lok fasteners have the capability to withstand high to low temperature cycling (-450°F to +500°F) throughout at least 15 removals. Dual-Lok fasteners meet all of the requirements of IFI 124, IFI 524 and MIL-DTL-18240.
The Dual-Lok design incorporates a specially formed locking element pressed into an off-center through-hole prepared in the threaded section of an externally threaded fastener. This unique design provides these features:
• Positive insert retention and no glue required.
• Advantage over pellets due to smaller drill hole and element diameter required to develop torque due to having two locking surfaces exposed.
• Prevailing torque performance meeting the requirements of MIL-DTL-18240
• Withstands high temperature requirements for non-metallic self-locking elements.
• Withstands high vibratory and stress conditions placed on external threaded parts.
Military Specifications:
MIL-DTL-18240
Commercial Standards:
IFI 124