#1168 6-Lobe (TX) Truss Head Inserts

Universal Punch Corp. | Precision Tooling

The #1168 6-Lobe (TX) Truss Head Inserts from Universal Punch Corp. are designed for manufacturing truss head fasteners that incorporate the internal six-lobe (TX) drive system. These precision tooling inserts are engineered for cold heading production environments where accurate recess geometry, controlled head formation, and durable tooling performance are required for reliable high-volume fastener manufacturing.

Truss head fasteners feature a wide, low-profile head that provides a larger bearing surface compared to standard pan head designs. This design distributes clamping load more evenly while maintaining strong drive engagement through the internal TX recess. The #1168 insert series supports precise recess formation and consistent head geometry during demanding manufacturing operations.

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

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

Product Family

Tooling

Tool Type

6-Lobe (TX) Truss Head Insert

Drive Geometry

6-Lobe (TX)

Head Style

Truss Head

Series

#1168

Application

Manufacturing truss head fasteners with TX recess

Use Environment

Industrial fastener manufacturing and cold heading operations

Product Overview

The #1168 6-Lobe (TX) Truss Head Inserts are designed to form the internal six-lobe recess used in truss head fasteners. These inserts help maintain precise drive geometry while supporting consistent head formation throughout cold heading production cycles.

Maintaining accurate recess geometry ensures reliable driver engagement and dependable torque transfer in finished fasteners. The #1168 insert series supports stable forming performance and consistent head profiles across demanding production environments.

Universal Punch manufactures precision tooling solutions for industrial fastener production environments where dimensional stability, wear resistance, and repeatable forming performance are critical.

What This Tool Supports

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

Technical Specifications

Series
#1168

Product Type
6-Lobe (TX) Truss Head Insert

Drive Geometry
6-Lobe (TX)

Head Style
Truss 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 #1168 inserts are designed for cold heading machines used to manufacture truss head fasteners with internal six-lobe drive systems. Final tooling configuration may vary depending on fastener dimensions, production equipment, and forming sequence.

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

Typical Applications

  • Truss 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 truss 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