#1153 6-Lobe (TX) Metric Socket Head Inserts

Universal Punch Corp. | Precision Tooling

The #1153 6-Lobe (TX) Metric Socket Head Inserts from Universal Punch Corp. are engineered for manufacturing metric socket head fasteners that utilize the internal six-lobe (TX) drive system. These inserts are designed for cold heading environments where consistent recess geometry and reliable tooling performance are essential for high-volume fastener production.

Metric socket head fasteners are widely used in industrial, automotive, and mechanical assemblies requiring precise torque transmission and reliable driver engagement. The #1153 insert series supports consistent six-lobe recess formation while maintaining dimensional accuracy across demanding production environments.

6-Lobe (TX) metric socket head insert tooling
Designed for metric socket head fastener production
Precision internal recess forming
Consistent geometry and repeatable manufacturing performance
Industrial fastener manufacturing environments

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Insert configurations may vary depending on fastener size, recess geometry, and cold heading machine configuration.

Product Family

Tooling

Tool Type

6-Lobe (TX) Metric Socket Head Insert

Drive Geometry

6-Lobe (TX)

Head Style

Metric Socket Head

Series

#1153

Application

Manufacturing metric socket head fasteners with TX recess

Use Environment

Industrial fastener manufacturing and cold heading operations

Product Overview

The #1153 6-Lobe (TX) Metric Socket Head Inserts are designed to form the internal six-lobe recess used in metric socket head fasteners. These inserts maintain precise drive geometry while supporting demanding cold heading manufacturing environments.

Maintaining accurate recess geometry during production ensures reliable driver engagement and proper torque transfer during installation. The #1153 insert series supports consistent recess formation and dependable fastener performance across high-volume manufacturing programs.

Universal Punch manufactures precision tooling solutions designed for industrial fastener production environments where durability, dimensional accuracy, and repeatable forming performance are critical.

What This Tool Supports

• Metric socket head fastener manufacturing
• 6-Lobe (TX) recess forming
• Cold heading fastener production
• Industrial screw manufacturing
• High-volume fastener production environments

Technical Specifications

Series
#1153

Product Type
6-Lobe (TX) Metric Socket Head Insert

Drive Geometry
6-Lobe (TX)

Head Style
Metric Socket Head

Primary Function
Forms internal six-lobe recess geometry

Application
Cold heading fastener manufacturing

Use Environment
Industrial fastener production

Construction
Precision-machined tooling insert

Configuration
Application-specific depending on fastener design and machine setup

Performance Focus
Recess accuracy, tooling durability, and repeatable forming performance

System Compatibility

The #1153 inserts are designed for cold heading machines used to manufacture metric socket head fasteners with internal six-lobe drive systems. Final tooling configuration may vary depending on fastener dimensions, machine setup, and forming sequence.

Proper tooling selection should consider recess size, fastener head design, and forming loads to ensure reliable manufacturing performance.

Typical Applications

• Metric socket head screw manufacturing
• Industrial fastener production
• Cold heading fastener manufacturing
• High-volume fastener manufacturing programs
• Precision internal drive forming operations

Ordering / Configuration Notes

• Designed for metric socket head TX fasteners
• Application-specific insert configurations available
• Tooling may vary depending on cold heading machine setup
• Contact Universal Punch for application review and quotation support