Rivets

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SLP-1-638-01

SLP-1-638-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.718" NYLON NRTL

2760

SR-5065W

SR-5065W

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.256" NYLON WHITE

15500

26RIV023

26RIV023

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ACETAL RIVET,.125 SHANK OD, .250

0

495211

495211

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON 6 TOUGH RIVET, -.315

1990

27MRF09

27MRF09

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP-TOGETHER RIVET - FEMAL MINI

16025

61APT25125

61APT25125

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ANCHOR RIVET, PLASTIC PIN, .250

2000

27SC2520P100

27SC2520P100

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER, SLOTTED PAN, 1.

0

SLP125-187-01

SLP125-187-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.267" NYLON NRTL

0

27MRM090020

27MRM090020

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP-TOGETHER RIVET - MALE MINI

3000

SR-5065B

SR-5065B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.256" NYLON BLACK

3339

RFL-2BK

RFL-2BK

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET PUSH 0.445" NYLON BLACK

1990

27AC0003B

27AC0003B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

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

1990

MMB-136-01BK

MMB-136-01BK

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

MOUNTING BUTTON 0.437" NYLON BLK

1755

27SC2520K100

27SC2520K100

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER,UNSLOTTED ROUND

0

SRVO-3550B

SRVO-3550B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.200" NYLON BLACK

1000

SLP-1-316-01

SLP-1-316-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.396" NYLON NRTL

8836

SR-2655B

SR-2655B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.220" NYLON BLACK

6664

61RR188062

61RR188062

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

REMOVABLE RIVET, .188 HOLE, .063

5000

27PIF0048

27PIF0048

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

PUSH IN FASTENER, .160 HOLE, .31

2980

27QB625250N

27QB625250N

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP TOGETHER RATCHET RIVET, NAT

7000

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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