Rivets

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
XT3751500A

XT3751500A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 1.710" NYLON BLK

1961

DFVO-137-010

DFVO-137-010

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

MOUNTING BUTTON 0.512" NYLN NRTL

4890

XT1880500A

XT1880500A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.598" NYLON BLK

0

27KY2190187

27KY2190187

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6/6 KEY-HOLE RIVET

5000

BPF-A414

BPF-A414

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.482" NYLON BLK

0

27KY1560093

27KY1560093

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6/6 KEY-HOLE RIVET

19500

26RIV026

26RIV026

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ACETAL RIVET,.125 SHANK OD, .500

0

CR40-2-1

CR40-2-1

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET BLIND 0.378" NYLON BLACK

0

SRVO-2056B

SRVO-2056B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.220" NYLON BLACK

0

TR-4

TR-4

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.830" NYLON BLACK

4925

FR001A

FR001A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

5102

SBL4-2

SBL4-2

B&F Fastener Supply

RIVET BLIND 0.275" STEEL NATURAL

4900

SR-2040W

SR-2040W

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.157" NYLON WHITE

3148

27MRM090062B

27MRM090062B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP-TOGETHER RIVET - MALE MINI

2000

167105000002

167105000002

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVET

200

27SR138180

27SR138180

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP RIVET, .142-.146 HOLE, .083

2000

3333

3333

Keystone Electronics Corp.

MOUNTING BUTTON 0.250" NYLON BLK

24636000

27PIF0061

27PIF0061

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .203 HOLE, .36

2000

26RIV025

26RIV025

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ACETAL RIVET,.125 SHANK OD, .375

0

RBF-4.8-15-8

RBF-4.8-15-8

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.590" NYLON BLK

5499

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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