Tips and Tricks: Heat-Set Inserts

Link to the tutorial: https://www.lulzbot.com/learn/tutorials/heat-set-inserts-tips-and-tricks

To create strong and reliable screw threading we heat-set inserts into many of our printed parts. This tutorial will show you how you can do the same. At the bottom of the tutorial are several very helpful tips for installing your heat-set insert.

Items you will need:

  • Soldering Iron with Variable Temp
  • Heat-Set Inserts
  • Plastic part
  • Tweezers (if desired)