Rivets

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SRVO-3035B

SRVO-3035B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.140" NYLON BLACK

3000

SB4-6

SB4-6

B&F Fastener Supply

RIVET BLIND 0.525" STEEL NATURAL

1900

167012569902

167012569902

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

400

27PIF0058

27PIF0058

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .200 HOLE, .12

5000

RBF-7.1-15-8

RBF-7.1-15-8

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.590" NYLON BLK

2975

SBL4-6

SBL4-6

B&F Fastener Supply

RIVET BLIND 0.525" STEEL NATURAL

1200

27AC0004

27AC0004

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ARROW RIVET, .151-.161 HOLE, .06

4960

DF-137-030

DF-137-030

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

MOUNTING BUTTON 0.590 ACETAL WHT

208

SLP100-316-01

SLP100-316-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.396" NYLON NRTL

1000

RBF-4-11.1-12

RBF-4-11.1-12

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.440" NYLON BLK

2254

BPF-F1G12

BPF-F1G12

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.972" NYLON BLK

3027

SR-3055W

SR-3055W

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.217" NYLON WHITE

4022

495203

495203

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6 TOUGH RIVET, -.248

2000

167204069902

167204069902

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

118

3240498

3240498

Phoenix Contact

RIVET PUSH 0.311" PLASTIC

312

PR1M4

PR1M4

HellermannTyton

PANEL RIVET NATURAL 1000/PKG

0

167204500002

167204500002

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVET

121

27MRM125045B

27MRM125045B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP-TOGETHER RIVET - MALE MINI

2990

BR2-226-01

BR2-226-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENR 0.226 1000 PCS

2590

SRH-3570

SRH-3570

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP RIVET H-TYPE BLK.177-.217"

1403

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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