Rivets

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
XT1880625A

XT1880625A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.723" NYLON BLK

2263

XT2500375A

XT2500375A

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 0.506" NYLON BLK

3867

27XT3120875

27XT3120875

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER 1.040" NYLON BLK

1000

RP145B

RP145B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BLACK NYLON PUSH-RIVET,5.1 MM HO

2000

27MRM090045B

27MRM090045B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP-TOGETHER RIVET - MALE MINI

5000

SR-3545W

SR-3545W

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.177" NYLON WHITE

3202

401008B

401008B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

UNSCREWING SNAP RIVET, .250 HOLE

1962

SRHR-3535

SRHR-3535

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.138" NYLON TAN

0

SR-2642B

SR-2642B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.165" NYLON BLACK

2022

27SR157350

27SR157350

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP RIVET, .161-.165 HOLE, .256

2000

468845

468845

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

NATURAL NYLON 6 FIR TREE RIVETS,

1000

SR-4050B

SR-4050B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.197" NYLON BLACK

5306

SRT-4080B

SRT-4080B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP RIVET T-TYPE .161"DIA .32"

0

27SR138240

27SR138240

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

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

1955

27AC0031B

27AC0031B

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

ARROW RIVET, .182-.192 HOLE, .20

0

MMB-250-01

MMB-250-01

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

MOUNTING BUTTON 0.640" NYLN NRTL

13557

SR-2048W

SR-2048W

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

RIVET SNAP 0.189" NYLON WHITE

2435

27SC2520H062

27SC2520H062

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER, SLOTTED HEX, .6

0

HSR-2

HSR-2

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

SNAP LOCK PIN 0.790" NYLON NRTL

1564

27SC2520H075

27SC2520H075

Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)

BARBED FASTENER, SLOTTED HEX, .7

0

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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