CQ14 14-inch alloy pull-setter rivet nut tool with six gun tips from M3 to M10

This rivet nut tool, designated model CQ14, is a 37 cm long, alloy-constructed pull-setter designed for installing rivet nuts. Rivet nuts provide a strong, threaded anchor point in situations where access to the back of a workpiece is limited, such as in sheet metal assemblies, vehicle panels, or electronic enclosures. The tool includes a set of six interchangeable gun tips covering metric thread sizes M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, and M10. This range allows it to handle a variety of rivet nut diameters commonly used in fabrication, automotive repair, and general metalworking tasks where a reliable threaded insert is required.

Features and Construction

The CQ14 model is defined by its specific components and measurements, focused on the practical task of setting rivet nuts.

Material and Build

The tool is constructed from alloy, a material choice common for hand tools requiring strength to withstand the pulling force needed to deform and set a rivet nut. This construction is aimed at the repeated mechanical action of the tool's operation. The design is centred around its function as a pull-setter, which grips the rivet nut and uses leverage to draw it tight, flaring the sleeve to secure it in a pre-drilled hole.

Size and Practical Fit

The tool has an overall length of 37 cm. This length provides the leverage necessary for the pulling action while remaining a manageable size for use in various workspaces. The inclusion of six specific gun tips—M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, and M10—means the tool is ready to use with a standard range of metric rivet nut sizes without requiring separate, additional adaptors for these common diameters.

Uses and Placement

The primary application for this tool is the installation of rivet nuts, also known as threaded inserts or blind nuts, into pre-drilled holes.

Event or Professional Use

In professional automotive, aviation, or metal fabrication shops, this tool is used to create strong, reusable threads in thin materials. It is suitable for tasks like repairing stripped threads in body panels, adding mounting points to chassis or frames, or assembling products where a nut plate is needed but only one side of the material is accessible. The range of tips makes it applicable for jobs from small electronic casings (M3) to larger structural points (M10).

Everyday Home Use

For home workshops and DIY enthusiasts, this tool enables projects that require solid fastening in metal, plastic, or fibreglass. It can be used for installing accessories on vehicles, building custom brackets, or securing panels in garden sheds or caravans. The ability to add a threaded insert where a bolt alone would not hold provides a more professional and durable result than many alternative fastening methods.

Benefits and Buying Value

The value of this tool lies in its specific function and the completeness of its included tip set for common metric sizes.

Reuse and Low Maintenance

As a mechanical hand tool, it is designed for repeated use. The alloy build is intended for the stresses of the pulling operation. The gun tips are interchangeable, allowing the main tool body to be used indefinitely, with only the consumable rivet nuts needing replacement for each installation. No complex maintenance is indicated; keeping the threads clean and ensuring the correct tip is used for the rivet nut size are the primary considerations.

Why Choose This Product

This CQ14 pull-setter provides a dedicated solution for installing rivet nuts. Its value comes from having the six most commonly used metric tips included, covering a wide range of tasks from small to large. The 37 cm length offers a practical balance of leverage and manoeuvrability. For anyone needing to install threaded inserts in situations with blind holes, this tool performs that specific job with the necessary components provided in one package.