Rivets

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1301299

1301299

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH-IN RIVETS, BLACK, .315 IN H

1996

27PIF0080

27PIF0080

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .165 HOLE, 1.1

2990

SLP-2-330-01

SLP-2-330-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.400" NYLON NRTL

2000

USR-1131

USR-1131

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.433" NYLON BLACK

2136

468837

468837

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

966

27PIF0018

27PIF0018

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .128 HOLE, .23

5987

27PIF0070

27PIF0070

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .260 HOLE, .17

2000

27MXT005006

27MXT005006

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

FIR TREE RIVET, .197 HOLE, .063-

0

RBF-4.8-8.6-8

RBF-4.8-8.6-8

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.340" NYLON BLK

649

XT3750375A

XT3750375A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

2015

SLPA125-625-01

SLPA125-625-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.781" NYLON NRTL

1040

26RIV013

26RIV013

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ACETAL RIVET,.125 SHANK OD, .250

0

700971400

700971400

Würth Elektronik Midcom

SNAP RIVET 2,6/5,5 MM

1000

27PIF0032

27PIF0032

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .115 HOLE, .23

1000

27KY1250093

27KY1250093

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6/6 KEY-HOLE RIVET

20805

61PR010510

61PR010510

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH RIVET, .215 HOLE, .078-.300

2000

460441

460441

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

996

RP100W

RP100W

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

WHITE NYLON PUSH-RIVET,3.1 MM HO

350

495221

495221

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

CLEAR POLYPROPYLENE FIR TREE RIV

1000

26RIV007

26RIV007

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ACETAL RIVET,.085 SHANK OD, .500

0

Rivets

1. Overview

Rivets are mechanical fasteners with a cylindrical shaft and head, used to permanently join materials by deforming the tail end. Their simplicity, vibration resistance, and structural reliability make them essential in aerospace, automotive, construction, and electronics industries.

2. Major Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
1. Solid RivetsHigh shear strength, permanent installationAerospace structural joints
2. Blind RivetsSingle-side installation capabilityEnclosed panel assembly
3. Split RivetsFlexible tail expansion for soft materialsLeather goods and plastic
4. Drive RivetsLow-profile design with high pull-out resistanceSheet metal ductwork
5. Structural RivetsOptimized for load-bearing applicationsBridge construction

3. Structure & Composition

Typical rivet structure includes: - Head (manufacturing head, bearing surface) - Shaft (smooth or threaded cylindrical section) - Tail (deformable end for mating surface) Materials: Aluminum alloys (2024-T4), Steel (A108), Stainless Steel (304/316), Monel, Plastic (Nylon 66)

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterSignificance
Diameter (2-8mm standard)Determines shear/bearing capacity
Length (4-50mm range)Material thickness compatibility
Material Strength (414-1034MPa)Load-bearing capability
Corrosion Resistance (ASTM B488)Environmental durability
Installation Force (1.5-15kN)Tooling requirements

5. Application Fields

  • Aerospace: Wing assembly (Boeing 787 uses 50k+ titanium rivets)
  • Automotive: Frame rail connections (Ford F-150 aluminum body)
  • Construction: Steel beam connections (New York Freedom Tower)
  • Electronics: PCB grounding (Apple MacBook Pro chassis)

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerRepresentative Products
B llhoff GroupPOP Avdel aerospace rivets
SouthcoFlush head composite rivets
Emhart TekMulti-grip blind rivets
Cherry AerospaceMaxiLOK structural rivets

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations: 1. Material compatibility (aluminum vs. stainless steel) 2. Joint thickness requirements 3. Environmental exposure (marine vs. industrial) 4. Installation access (single-side vs. double-side) 5. Certification requirements (NASM8000 series for aerospace)

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include: - Self-piercing rivets eliminating pre-drilling (Tesla Model Y uses 30% SPR) - Smart rivets with embedded strain sensors - Bio-resorbable polymer rivets for medical implants - Automated robotic riveting systems achieving 120 rivets/min - Corrosion-resistant coatings extending service life beyond 20 years

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