Rivets

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
3390

3390

Keystone Electronics Corp.

RIVET SEMI-TUBE 0.218" BRASS

449314700

QTPF-1BK

QTPF-1BK

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET PUSH 0.482" ACETAL BLACK

2679

27MRM125045

27MRM125045

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP-TOGETHER RIVET - MALE MINI

2000

61RR188125B

61RR188125B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

REMOVABLE RIVET, .188 HOLE, .125

2000

700975200

700975200

Würth Elektronik Midcom

SNAP RIVET 5,0/5,5 MM

1000

167003500002

167003500002

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVET

673

167008500002

167008500002

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVET

95

DFVO-137-040

DFVO-137-040

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

MOUNTING BUTTON 0.669" NYLN NRTL

1820

468831

468831

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

0

27SR2400250

27SR2400250

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP RIVET, .248-.252 HOLE, .062

2925

27XTS2500394

27XTS2500394

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

FIR TREE RIVET, .240-.260 HOLE,

6000

700974700

700974700

Würth Elektronik Midcom

SNAP RIVET 4,0/12,0 MM

277

XT2810875A

XT2810875A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 1.020" NYLON BLK

3000

SB4-1

SB4-1

B&F Fastener Supply

RIVET BLIND 0.212" STEEL NATURAL

1100

27KY1870375

27KY1870375

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6/6 KEY-HOLE RIVET

19861

RP115B

RP115B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON PUSH-RIVET,4.1 MM HO

2000

SLP-1-177-01

SLP-1-177-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.257" NYLON NRTL

23438

27QB375375B

27QB375375B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP TOGETHER RATCHET RIVET, BLA

4375

463609

463609

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

455

092000459902

092000459902

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6/6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

452

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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