There’s a variety of ways to add threaded holes to 3D printed objects. You can tap a hole, but the plastic isn’t always strong enough. Nut traps work, but aren’t very attractive and can be difficult ...

Sometimes, when making a 3D printed object, plastic just isn’t enough. Probably the most common addition to our prints is the ubiquitous brass threaded inset, which has proven its worth time and again ...

I use threaded inserts, but I’m starting to use them less, especially when I’m making things in more quantities. I like this method Thomas shows where you model the hole slightly oversized with little ...