Rivets

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
XT2500250A

XT2500250A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.391" NYLON BLK

85

700973400

700973400

Würth Elektronik Midcom

SNAP RIVET 3,5/5,5 MM

670

DFVO-137-020

DFVO-137-020

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

MOUNTING BUTTON 0.551" NYLN NRTL

4471

27SC2520H050

27SC2520H050

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER, SLOTTED HEX, .5

0

TR-3

TR-3

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.897" NYLON BLACK

2996

27AC0029

27AC0029

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ARROW RIVET, .330-.340 HOLE, .12

0

SRVO-3075B

SRVO-3075B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.300" NYLON BLACK

2749

SLPA125-312-01

SLPA125-312-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.468" NYLON NRTL

730

700973300

700973300

Würth Elektronik Midcom

SNAP RIVET 3,5/5,0 MM

940

27QB371000N

27QB371000N

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP TOGETHER RATCHET RIVET, NAT

5000

27PIF0094

27PIF0094

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .243 HOLE, .40

1000

495224

495224

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

CLEAR POLYPROPYLENE FIR TREE RIV

995

RP130B

RP130B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON PUSH-RIVET,5.1 MM HO

2000

SR-3045W

SR-3045W

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.177" NYLON WHITE

1709

SR-3580B

SR-3580B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.315" NYLON BLACK

7194

27XT2810500

27XT2810500

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

FIR TREE RIVET, .281 HOLE, .062-

9550

27AC0018

27AC0018

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ARROW RIVET, .160-.165 HOLE, .03

2990

7009776

7009776

Würth Elektronik Midcom

SNAP RIVET FOR SMSSR 2,0/4,5 MM

1011

27PIF0095

27PIF0095

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .145 HOLE, .13

2000

XT1880375A

XT1880375A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.473" NYLON BLK

6349

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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