MF Supply Expands Online Product Catalog to 47,430 Unique Items and Counting!
Posted: May 27, 2026 Filed under: DFARS, Domestic Fasteners, Mil-Spec Fasteners | Tags: DFARS Compliant, Distributor, Domestic Fasteners, dowel pins, EZ LOK, Fasteners Supplier, Keenserts, Mil-spec fasteners, Mil-Spec Fasteners Supplier, Mil-STD, Nord-Lock Distributor, Socket Cap Screws, Socket Products, threaded inserts Leave a comment
Greetings to our precision manufacturing community!
MF Supply (Cage Code 58QG4), a WOSB/WBE Certified distributor of commercial, mil-spec, DFARS-compliant and custom fasteners, is excited to announce another major expansion of our online product catalog, now featuring more than 47,430 unique products online and growing.
As manufacturers face mounting supply chain pressure, long lead times, certification requirements and sourcing challenges, MF Supply continues investing in broader product availability, deeper technical product data and expanded purchasing options to help buyers source faster with confidence.
This latest expansion strengthens our position as a sourcing partner for precision manufacturers, aerospace and defense contractors, OEMs, contract manufacturers and industrial buyers seeking both commodity and specialty fasteners backed by responsive service and compliance expertise.
New Product Expansion Highlights
1 – Mil-Spec and Aerospace Fastener Expansio
MF Supply significantly expanded its online offering of mil-spec and aerospace hardware, including:
- MS16995, MS16996, MS16997, MS16998, MS24671, NAS1351, NAS1352 Socket Head Cap Screws
- MS16556 Dowel Pins
- Mil-Spec Shoulder Screws
We’ve updated our handy Commercial & Mil-Spec Cross-Reference Charts to include more Mil-Spec product categories and OEM equivalents
These additions help support manufacturers requiring certified hardware including DFARS-compliant and precision-engineered fastening solutions.
2 – Keensert® Style Key-locking inserts and Thread Repair Product Expansion
We’ve expanded our offering of precision thread repair and thread reinforcement products with new:
- Inch Nitronic Keenserts®
- Metric Nitronic Keenserts®
- E-Z LOK Inserts
- Expanded pneumatic tool and broaching tool offering
These products are ideal for demanding applications requiring corrosion resistance, stronger threads and reliable performance in aerospace, defense, instrumentation, and industrial assemblies.
3 – Expanded Socket, Machine Screw and SEMS Offering
MF Supply added thousands of additional fastening products across multiple categories, including:
- Inch SEMS Screws
- Expanded Machine Screws
- Thread Cutting Screws: Type 1 | Type 23 | Type 25 | Type F
- Self-Drilling “TEK Alternative” Screws
- Thread-Forming Plastite® / Taptite® Alternative Screws
- Type A, AB and B Self-Tapping Screws
Our expanded offering includes a wider variety of inch, metric and mil-spec sizes in multiple materials and finishes to support OEM production and custom manufacturing applications.
4 – Dowel Pins, Rivets, Nuts and Washer Expansion
Additional product categories now expanded online include:
- Commercial and Precision Dowel Pins
- New Nut Categories
- Expanded Washer Offering
- Rivets and Rivnut hardware
- Nord-Lock Washers
5 – E-Z Chamfer Deburring and Chamfering Tools
MF Supply also expanded its tooling and fastener preparation offering with the addition of heavy-duty E-Z Chamfer Deburring and Chamfering Tools products, designed for fast, efficient repair and cleanup of damaged threads, bolts, pipes and threaded rods.
New additions include:
- E-Z Chamfer Hex Shank Tool / 2210-822 | 8–22mm (5/16″–7/8″)
- E-Z Chamfer Hex Shank Tool / 2210-1838 | 18–38mm (23/32″–1-1/2″)
Manufactured from durable M2 high-speed steel (HSS) with a rugged single-piece construction, these tools are designed to quickly deburr and chamfer metal components while helping reduce sparks and overheating when operated at low RPM.
These additions further strengthen MF Supply’s ability to support complete multi-line RFQs from a single supplier.
Built for Industrial and Precision Manufacturers
Manufacturers working with MF Supply gain access to:
- Commercial, Mil-Spec and DFARS-compliant hardware
- Functional equivalents to OEM and brand-name products
- Fast quote turnaround and responsive support
- Manufacturer certifications including CoCs, MTRs and compliance documentation
- Huge Selection of Certified and Commercial Hardware with Same-day Shipping Available for Countless Items
- Nationwide sourcing and distribution network
- Advanced website filters to help buyers quickly locate exact specifications online
- WOSB/WBE (Cage Code 58QG4) Certified Fastener Supplier
Whether sourcing socket products, dowel pins, thread repair and reinforcement inserts, self-tapping screws or specialty Mil-Spec & aerospace hardware, MF Supply helps buyers balance price, availability, lead time and compliance requirements.
“Our customers need more than just a box of fasteners; they need sourcing expertise, speed, paperwork accuracy and options when supply chains get complicated,” said MF Supply president Robin Lieberman. “This continued expansion reflects our commitment to helping manufacturers find commercial, mil-spec and hard-to-source products faster and with less friction.”
Manufacturers interested in exploring the expanded catalog can visit MF Supply Online Catalog, request a quote, or contact the MF Supply sourcing team for assistance with hard-to-find, custom or certified fastener requirements.
Book a one-on-one consultation with our President, Robin, to discuss how MF Supply can help you solve your Industrial Sourcing, Fastener, and Safety concerns.
Your Purchasing Department’s Secret Weapon!
Here are 5 reasons to buy from MF Supply
- We Source and Deliver What Others Can’t, Faster Than You Imagined – With speedy solutions for elusive parts and lengthy delivery times – We’ve got you covered with both custom-made specials (send us your prints!) and hard-to-source options, quickly and at a fair price.
- Cost-Effective Functional Equivalents to OEM Brand Fasteners-Why Pay More? – Reduce lead times and costs with the same quality and same performance. Try us for alternatives to brands like McMaster-Carr, MSC, Misumi, PEM, and RAF and experience unmatched savings! Same form, fit and function for less.
- Huge Selection of Certified and Commercial Hardware with Same-day Shipping Available for Countless Items – We source and stock standards, specials, commercial, Mil-Spec & OEM brands in inch and metric sizes. Standards include AN, NAS, MS, IFI, ASTM, ASME, DIN, ISO, JIS. We are sourcing experts for inserts, certified Mil-Spec parts and anything in stainless steel. Many parts are available with manufacturers’ certifications, including DFAR, ROHS and CoC. Trust us to ship on-time from our national distribution centers.
- A User-Friendly, 24/7 Online Shopping Experience – Enjoy a 24/7 online shopping experience with easy-to-use filters, detailed product information, and a constantly updated technical directory. Sign up now for a seamless experience!
- WBE/WOSB Certified Woman-Owned Small Business – As a certified Woman-Owned Small Business, we support your diversity goals. Trust us to meet your fastener and sourcing needs with expertise and efficiency [Cage Code 58QG4].
MF Supply is a WBE/WOSB certified supply chain partner to business, industry and government. We are sourcing experts and stocking distributors of Hardware, Precision & Mil-Spec Fasteners and Safety supplies. For more than 50 years, we have been supplying manufacturers in the electronics, industrial, commercial, aerospace and military markets with the full range of fastener products and services. Our Cage Code is 58QG4 and our registered name is RL Supply Inc dba MF Supply.
How to Use MF Supply’s Cross-Reference Tables to Find Equivalent Fasteners Faster
Posted: November 18, 2025 Filed under: Branded Fasteners, Commercial Fasteners, Cross Reference Charts, dowel pin, E-Z LOK, Functional Equivalents, helical wire inserts, keensert, key-locking inserts, Metric Fasteners, Mil-Spec, Mil-Spec Electronic Hardware, Mil-Spec Fasteners, Precision Shoulder Screws, Threaded Inserts | Tags: Hardware, Helical Inserts Cross Reference, Keenserts, Keenserts Cross Reference, manufacturing, Metric Fasteners Cross-Reference, Mil-Spec Fasteners Cross-Reference, MS51830, ms51831, MS51832, Precision Engineering, Precision Manufacturers, Precision Shoulder Screws Cross Reference, threaded inserts 1 CommentMany popular fastener brands, from Keensert® key-locking inserts to precision shoulder screws, have alternative form-fit-function equivalents available in Mil-Spec, commercial or generic versions. The fastest way to identify the right alternative without guessing is by using cross-reference tables.
At MF Supply, we’ve built and curated multiple product-specific cross-reference tables so buyers can confidently match OEM brands, Mil-Spec part numbers, and generic equivalents, saving time, money, and lead time risk, while maintaining quality and compliance.
Below is your quick-start playbook.
What Product Categories Have Cross-Reference Tables?
We currently publish, maintain, or reference cross-reference data for high-demand categories. On our website, the Inch, Mil-Spec & Metric Fasteners Cross-Reference Charts category serves as your central hub. Once there, you can drill down into specific product families:
- Helical Inserts
- Hex Head Cap Screws
- Keensert® style threaded inserts
- Knurled Thumb Screws
- Precision Dowel Pins
- Precision Shoulder Screws
- Retaining Rings
- Self-Clinching Fasteners (nuts, studs & standoffs)
- Spacers (round & hex)
- Standoffs (round & hex)
- Threaded Inserts for Metal (E-Z LOK equivalents)
Each product family/category links to cross-reference charts that map:
- OEM brand part numbers/products
- Mil-Spec (MS, NAS, MA, NA) series (if applicable)
- Generic functional equivalents
- Sizes, materials and other specifications
Popular product categories include adhesives and sealants, anchors, bits and nutsetters, cage nuts, flex type lock nuts, handles, Keenserts®, knurled thumb screws, nylon insert stop nuts, precision shoulder screws, retaining rings, rivets & blind threaded inserts, self-clinching, fasteners, spacers and standoffs, speed clips, spring nuts, weld nuts, weld studs, and woodworking screws.
Brands Commonly Included in Cross-Reference Comparisons
3 STAR RIVETS USA, ABBATRON®, ALCOA, AMATOM®, APEX®, ARCONIC®, ATLAS®, AVDEL®, AVK®, B. F. GOODRICH, BOLLHOFF, BUCKEYE, CAPTIVE, CELUS®, CHERRY®, CONCORD, EZ-Lok, FASTENAL, GESIPA®, GRIPCO®, GLOBE ELECTRONICS, GRAINGER, H. H. SMITH, HOWMET, HUCK, INDUX, INTERFAST, KEENSERT®, KEYSTONE, LOCTITE®, LYN-TRON, MACLEANESNA®, MARSON®, MCMASTER-CARR, MISUMI, MSC INDUSTRIAL, PEM®, PIC DESIGN®, POP®, POWERS®, QUICKSCREWS, RAF, RED HEAD®, ROTOR CLIP®, SHEREX, SIMPSON, SOUTHCO®, SPS TECHNOLOGIES, TINNERMAN®, UNICORP, U. S. ANCHOR. VIP, W. M. BERG, W. W. GRAINGER, WALDES TRUARC® and many more.
How to Use Our Cross-Reference Tables (5-Step Method)
When you’re chasing cost savings, cutting lead time, or finding a compliant alternative, our cross-reference charts make it fast and fail-proof. Here’s the playbook:
- Visit our Cross-Reference Hub
Head to the Inch, Mil-Spec & Metric Fastener Cross-Reference Charts on mfsupply.com. - Select Your Product Category
Pick the family you’re working with (Keenserts®, shoulder screws, dowel pins, etc.). - Locate Your Identifier
Find the OEM brand part number or Mil-Spec/NAS/MA/NA code inside the chart. - Match the Technical Requirements
Click through to the referenced item and verify the functional equivalency: material, plating/finish, thread/diameter, length, fit/series, and any spec callouts. - Order or Request a Quote With Requirements
Purchase online or submit an RFQ — and let us know if you need COC, MTR, DFARS, REACH/RoHS, Country of Origin, or other compliance docs.
When to Cross vs. When to Stay On Brand
Fastener buyers often ask: How can I determine if I must use the brand name or if I can cross to a generic part?
Use this handy 4 point checklist as your guide:
- Does your bill of materials specifically call for the OEM brand-name fastener or component?
- Can you live with the lead time or will having parts sooner improve delivery of the final product?
- Will your supplier provide a certificate of conformance?
- Will saving money help you be more competitive?
Do not cross when:
- The BOM mandates the OEM brand, and the end customer may not be flexible
- Traceability or contract terms prohibit substitution
Case Studies Proving It Works
| Product Type | Result | Savings | Lead-Time Impact |
| Precision Shoulder Screw | Crossed to 8 valid equivalents | Major cost reduction | Immediate availability |
| Keensert® Key-Locking Insert | Crossed to Mil-Spec equivalent | 59% saving | 28 weeks → 5 weeks |
Need Help? We’ll Build the Cross For You
If you’re unsure, send us the part number, drawing, photo, or BOM section. We’ll match it, validate compliance, and offer your best-value, best-availability option.
Email RFQs to: sales@mfsupply.com
“Finding the right screw for you” is our tagline after all!
Book a one-on-one consultation with our President, Robin, to discuss how MF Supply can help you solve your Industrial Sourcing, Fastener, and Safety concerns.
Your Purchasing Department’s Secret Weapon!
Here are 5 reasons to buy from MF Supply
- We Source and Deliver What Others Can’t, Faster Than You Imagined – With speedy solutions for elusive parts and lengthy delivery times – We’ve got you covered with both custom-made specials (send us your prints!) and hard-to-source options, quickly and at a fair price.
- Cost-Effective Functional Equivalents to OEM Brand Fasteners-Why Pay More? – Reduce lead times and costs with the same quality and same performance. Try us for alternatives to brands like McMaster-Carr, MSC, Misumi, PEM, and RAF and experience unmatched savings! Same form, fit and function for less.
- Huge Selection of Certified and Commercial Hardware with Same-day Shipping Available for Countless Items – We source and stock standards, specials, commercial, Mil-Spec & OEM brands in inch and metric sizes. Standards include AN, NAS, MS, IFI, ASTM, ASME, DIN, ISO, JIS. We are sourcing experts for inserts, certified Mil-Spec parts and anything in stainless steel. Many parts are available with manufacturers’ certifications, including DFAR, ROHS and CoC. Trust us to ship on-time from our national distribution centers.
- A User-Friendly, 24/7 Online Shopping Experience – Enjoy a 24/7 online shopping experience with easy-to-use filters, detailed product information, and a constantly updated technical directory. Sign up now for a seamless experience!
- WBE/WOSB Certified Woman-Owned Small Business – As a certified Woman-Owned Small Business, we support your diversity goals. Trust us to meet your fastener and sourcing needs with expertise and efficiency [Cage Code 58QG4].
MF Supply is a WBE/WOSB certified supply chain partner to business, industry and government. We are sourcing experts and stocking distributors of Hardware, Precision & Mil-Spec Fasteners and Safety supplies. For more than 50 years, we have been supplying manufacturers in the electronics, industrial, commercial, aerospace and military markets with the full range of fastener products and services. Our Cage Code is 58QG4 and our registered name is RL Supply Inc dba MF Supply.
Ultimate Guide: Helical Inserts, aka HELICOIL, Cross Reference Guide!
Posted: June 25, 2024 Filed under: Cross Reference Charts, Helical, Helical Threaded Inserts, helical wire inserts, Wire Threaded Inserts | Tags: Cross Reference Charts, heli-coil, Helical Inserts, Helical Inserts Cross Reference Guide, Helical Threaded Inserts, helical wire inserts, helicoil, manufacturing, Precision Engineering, Precision Manufacturers, threaded inserts, Wire inserts, Wire Threaded Inserts Leave a commentIf you’ve done your homework, you probably already know that the industrial marketplace is home to a myriad of trademarked – OEM branded expensive fasteners and components. Many branded parts have generic alternatives. Similar to how brand-name products like Kleenex® can be found generically as facial tissues, many brand-name fasteners are also available as “generics,” “crosses,” “alternatives,” or “functional equivalents.”
Functional Equivalent Fastener? What is it?
In the fastener industry, a functional equivalent fastener is a part that replicates the brand-name product in form, fit, and function, including material and plating specifications, but is produced by a different manufacturer. This allows you to get the same performance and quality, often at a lower cost and with shorter lead times.
Which OEM Brands Have Functional Equivalent Fasteners?
A significant number of OEM brands out there have generic functional equivalents. Here is a shortlist of brands that have generic alternatives:
3 Star Rivets USA, ABBATRON®, ALCOA, AMATOM®, APEX®, ARCONIC®, ATLAS®, AVDEL®, AVK®, B. F. GOODRICH, BOLLHOFF, BUCKEYE, CAPTIVE, CELUS®, CHERRY®, CONCORD, FASTENAL, GESIPA®, GLOBE ELECTRONICS, GRIPCO®, H. H. SMITH, HELICOIL®, HOWMET, HUCK, INDUX, INTERFAST, KATO®, KEENSERT®, KEYSTONE, LOCTITE®, LYN-TRON, MACLEAN ESNA®, MARSON®, MCMASTER-CARR, MISUMI, MSC INDUSTRIAL, PEM®, PIC DESIGN®, POP®, POWERS®, QUICKSCREWS, RAF, RECOIL®, RED HEAD®, ROTOR CLIP®, SHEREX, SIMPSON, SOUTHCO®, SPS TECHNOLOGIES, TINNERMAN®, U. S. ANCHOR, UNICORP, VIP, W. M. BERG, W. W. GRAINGER, WALDES TRUARC®.
Do Helical Inserts Have Functional Equivalents?
One example of an OEM hardware brand is the trademarked name Helicoil®. Although the name Helicoil® is often used to refer to helical inserts (also known as helical wire, wire inserts or wire threaded inserts)—similar to how Band-Aid® is used to describe adhesive bandages, Helicoil® is the registered trademark of Stanley Engineered Fastening (recently acquired by Bollhoff).
The same helical inserts manufactured under the Helicoil® brand name are also available from alternative manufacturers under brand names such as CHRISLYNN, Recoil®, and KATO®, E-Z Lok and Powercoil. These inserts can also be identified by their Mil-Spec numbers, which include: MS122076 through MS122275, NAS1130, MS124651 through MS124850, MS21208, MS21209, MS122076, MS33537, MA3279, MA3329, and NA0276 series. Note: All of these offerings are the tanged version of helical inserts.
Here at MF Supply, we provide a comprehensive cross-reference guide to help you find the perfect alternative to meet your needs. Check out our most popular helical inserts cross-reference charts below to see if there is a functional equivalent to your OEM branded product! They come in imperial, mil-spec and metric sizes and materials.
Helical Inserts Equivalents Cross-Reference Charts: Find OEM Brands and Functional Equivalents

Helical Insert Inch & Mil-Spec Cross Reference Charts
Helical inserts, in imperial/inch & mil-spec sizes, are available as free running coarse thread (UNC), self-locking coarse thread (UNC), free running fine thread (UNF), and self-locking fine thread (UNF) in stainless steel material with Tang.
Mil-Spec series include: MS122076 through MS122275, NAS1130, MS124651 through MS124850, MS21208, MS21209, MS122076, MS33537, and NA0276 series.

Helical Insert Metric Cross Reference Charts
Helical inserts, in metric sizes, are available as free running coarse thread, self-locking coarse thread, free running fine thread, and self-locking fine thread in stainless steel material with Tang.
series include: MA3279, and MA3329.
Using functional equivalents, including Mil-Spec, generics and other OEM brands’ versions of helical inserts, is a smart practice that manufacturers’ often use to save money and shorten lead times!
Helical Inserts at MF Supply
MF Supply is a leading supplier of Helical Inserts including major brands and equivalents. We stock a huge inventory including free running coarse thread (UNC), self-locking coarse thread (UNC), free running fine thread (UNF), and self-locking fine thread (UNF) helicoil inserts in imperial/inch, mil-spec and metric sizes, and in stainless steel with tang. Our Mil-Spec products are DFAR compliant with COC and full certifications available upon request.
Product Lines Include:
Manufacturers working with us can expect timely deliveries, competitive pricing, and access to expert guidance to help optimize their fastener choices. Explore our product catalog by visiting our website at www.mfsupply.com, reaching out to us at sales@mfsupply.com, or requesting a quote.. Our MF Supply team of sourcing experts is here to help find what you need. “Finding the right screw for you” is our tag line after all!
Book a one-on-one consultation with our President, Robin, to discuss how MF Supply can help you solve your Industrial Sourcing, Fastener, and Safety concerns.
Your Purchasing Department’s Secret Weapon!
Here are 5 reasons to buy from MF Supply
- We Source and Deliver What Others Can’t, Faster Than You Imagined – With speedy solutions for elusive parts and lengthy delivery times – We’ve got you covered with both custom-made specials (send us your prints!) and hard-to-source options, quickly and at a fair price.
- Cost-Effective Functional Equivalents to OEM Brand Fasteners-Why Pay More? – Reduce lead times and costs with the same quality and same performance. Try us for alternatives to brands like McMaster-Carr, MSC, Misumi, PEM, and RAF and experience unmatched savings! Same form, fit and function for less.
- Huge Selection of Certified and Commercial Hardware with Same-day Shipping Available for Countless Items – We source and stock standards, specials, commercial, Mil-Spec & OEM brands in inch and metric sizes. Standards include AN, NAS, MS, IFI, ASTM, ASME, DIN, ISO, JIS. We are sourcing experts for inserts, certified Mil-Spec parts and anything in stainless steel. Many parts are available with manufacturers’ certifications, including DFAR, ROHS and CoC. Trust us to ship on-time from our national distribution centers.
- A User-Friendly, 24/7 Online Shopping Experience – Enjoy a 24/7 online shopping experience with easy-to-use filters, detailed product information, and a constantly updated technical directory. Sign up now for a seamless experience!
- WBE/WOSB Certified Woman-Owned Small Business – As a certified Woman-Owned Small Business, we support your diversity goals. Trust us to meet your fastener and sourcing needs with expertise and efficiency [Cage Code 58QG4].
MF Supply is a WBE/WOSB certified supply chain partner to business, industry and government. We are sourcing experts and stocking distributors of Hardware, Precision & Mil-Spec Fasteners and Safety supplies. For more than 50 years, we have been supplying manufacturers in the electronics, industrial, commercial, aerospace and military markets with the full range of fastener products and services. Our Cage Code is 58QG4 and our registered name is RL Supply Inc dba MF Supply.
Ultimate Guide: Inch, Mil-Spec, and Metric Keensert® Equivalent Cross Reference Guide!
Posted: April 12, 2024 Filed under: Alloy Keenserts, Carbon Steel Keenserts, Cross Reference Charts, Inch and Mil-Spec Keensert, keensert, key-locking inserts, Metric Keensert, Stainless Steel Keenserts | Tags: Hardware, Imperial Keenserts, Keensert Cross Reference Charts, Keenserts, Keenserts Cross Reference, Key-locking Inserts Cross Reference, Keylocking Inserts Cross Reference, manufacturing, metric keenserts, mil-spec keenserts, MS51830, ms51831, MS51832, Precision Engineering, Precision Manufacturers, threaded inserts Leave a commentAt MF Supply, we spend a lot of time sourcing hard to find, back ordered, expensive, or out-of-stock OEM hardware brands. We do this in order to save money and to reduce long lead times for our customers, without sacrificing quality. In fact, you can find hundreds of registered trademark-branded fasteners and components in the industrial marketplace. Much like brand-name pharmaceuticals such as Tylenol and Advil are available generically as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, some brand name fasteners are also available as “generics,” “crosses,” “alternatives” or “functional equivalents.”
In the world of fasteners, a functional equivalent fastener is a part that is the same as the brand-name product in form, fit and function, including material and plating specifications, but is made by an alternative manufacturer.
Is There an Available Functional Equivalent to My OEM Brand?
Below, find a sample list of brands that have generic alternatives:
3 STAR RIVETS USA, ABBATRON®, ALCOA, AMATOM®, APEX®, ARCONIC®, ATLAS®, AVDEL®, AVK®, B. F. GOODRICH, BOLLHOFF, BUCKEYE, CAPTIVE, CELUS®, CHERRY®, CONCORD, FASTENAL, GESIPA®, GRIPCO®, GLOBE ELECTRONICS, H. H. SMITH, HUCK, INDUX, INTERFAST, KEENSERT®, KEYSTONE, LOCTITE®, LYN-TRON, MACLEANESNA®, MARSON®, MCMASTER-CARR, MISUMI, MSC INDUSTRIAL, PEM®, PIC DESIGN®, POP®, POWERS®, QUICKSCREWS, RAF, RED HEAD®, ROTOR CLIP®, SHEREX, SIMPSON, SOUTHCO®, SPS TECHNOLOGIES, TINNERMAN®, U. S. ANCHOR. VIP, W. M. BERG, W. W. GRAINGER, WALDES TRUARC®.
Do Keenserts® Have Functional Equivalents?
One example of an OEM hardware brand is the trademarked names Keensert®and Keysert®. Although the name Keensert® is often used to describe a Key-locking insert — like Band-Aid® is used to describe an adhesive bandage, or like Kleenex® is used to describe facial tissues — Keensert® is the registered trademark of Huck Patents; its close cousin, the Keysert®, is a registered trademark of Alcoa Fastening Systems.
The same key-locking inserts manufactured under the Keensert® and Keysert® brand names are also available (or have been available in the past, prior to industry consolidation) from alternative manufacturers under brand names such as Acme, Camloc, Clarendon, Fairchild, Kaynar, Microdot, Rexnord and Tridair. You may also find Keenserts® under their Mil-Spec numbers, which include MS51830, MS51831, MS51832 and NA series. Keenserts® come in imperial, metric and mil-spec sizes and materials.
Below, checkout our three most popular key-locking insert cross reference charts, to see if there is a functional equivalent to the Keensert® you need.
Keensert® Equivalent Cross Reference Charts: Find OEM Brands, Mil-spec & Functional Equivalents

Miniature, Thinwall & Lightweight, Heavy Duty, Extra Heavy Duty, Key-locking Inserts in Stainless Steel, A286, 4140 Alloy. Includes MS51830, MS51831, MS51832, NAS1394, NAS1395, KN, KNC, KNH, KNHX, KNL & KNCL Series.

Metric Keensert® Cross Reference Chart – 4140 Alloy | A286
Miniature, Thinwall & Lightweight, Heavy Duty, Key-locking Inserts in A286 and 4140 Alloy. Includes NA0146, NA0147, NA0148, NA0149, NA0150, NA0151, KN, KNC, KNL & KNCL Series.

Metric Keensert® Cross Reference Chart – Stainless Steel
Miniature, Thinwall & Lightweight, Heavy Duty, Keylocking Inserts in Stainless Steel, KN, KNC, KNL & KNCL Series.
Keensert® Style Key-Locking Inserts at MF Supply
MF Supply is a leading supplier of Keensert® style key-locking inserts including major brands and equivalents. We stock a huge inventory including Miniature, Thinwall, Lightweight, Heavy Duty, Extra Heavy Duty, Locking, Non-Locking, Solid and Floating style Keenserts®. Our Mil-Spec products are DFAR compliant with COC and full certifications available upon request.
Manufacturers working with us can expect timely deliveries, competitive pricing, and access to expert guidance to help optimize their fastener choices. Manufacturers eager to explore our product catalog, including our recently expanded product categories, are encouraged to visit our website at www.mfsupply.com, reach out to us at sales@mfsupply.com or request a quote. Our MF Supply team of sourcing experts will help find what you need. “Finding the right screw for you” is our tag line after all!
Book a one-on-one consultation with our President, Robin, to discuss how MF Supply can help you solve your Industrial Sourcing, Fastener, and Safety concerns.
Your Purchasing Department’s Secret Weapon!
Here are 5 reasons to buy from MF Supply
- We Source and Deliver What Others Can’t, Faster Than You Imagined – With speedy solutions for elusive parts and lengthy delivery times – We’ve got you covered with both custom-made specials (send us your prints!) and hard-to-source options, quickly and at a fair price.
- Cost-Effective Functional Equivalents to OEM Brand Fasteners-Why Pay More? – Reduce lead times and costs with the same quality and same performance. Try us for alternatives to brands like McMaster-Carr, MSC, Misumi, PEM, and RAF and experience unmatched savings! Same form, fit and function for less.
- Huge Selection of Certified and Commercial Hardware with Same-day Shipping Available for Countless Items – We source and stock standards, specials, commercial, Mil-Spec & OEM brands in inch and metric sizes. Standards include AN, NAS, MS, IFI, ASTM, ASME, DIN, ISO, JIS. We are sourcing experts for inserts, certified Mil-Spec parts and anything in stainless steel. Many parts are available with manufacturers’ certifications, including DFAR, ROHS and CoC. Trust us to ship on-time from our national distribution centers.
- A User-Friendly, 24/7 Online Shopping Experience – Enjoy a 24/7 online shopping experience with easy-to-use filters, detailed product information, and a constantly updated technical directory. Sign up now for a seamless experience!
- WBE/WOSB Certified Woman-Owned Small Business – As a certified Woman-Owned Small Business, we support your diversity goals. Trust us to meet your fastener and sourcing needs with expertise and efficiency [Cage Code 58QG4].
MF Supply is a WBE/WOSB certified supply chain partner to business, industry and government. We are sourcing experts and stocking distributors of Hardware, Precision & Mil-Spec Fasteners and Safety supplies. For more than 50 years, we have been supplying manufacturers in the electronics, industrial, commercial, aerospace and military markets with the full range of fastener products and services. Our Cage Code is 58QG4 and our registered name is RL Supply Inc dba MF Supply.
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Floating Inserts Now Available!
Posted: June 17, 2021 Filed under: keensert | Tags: Keenserts, threaded inserts Leave a commentFloating Key-locking Inserts are often used to help compensate for uneven surfaces which need alignment, and where expansion and contraction are an issue. We offer the KNK series in both locking and non-locking styles from size 2-56 through 1/2-13 in A286, 300 Series Stainless Steel and 4140 Alloy Steel.
Floating Keenserts Available At MF Supply https://conta.cc/3pS3Cpx



