In metal, plastic, or aluminum parts, threaded holes can wear out and strip over time. That’s when a helical insert becomes the hero. A helical insert is a thread-reinforcement liner used to repair stripped threads or strengthen threads in softer base materials. Put simply, it’s like cutting a fresh, durable thread inside the hole, so screws hold tighter and last longer. --- 1) Functions & Benefits of Helical Inserts In assembly and maintenance, a stripped thread is one of th