Guide For Use Of Rivets

Rivet Introduction:

A rivet is a blind fastener, which has a self-contained mechanical or other feature, which permits the formation of an upset on the blind end of the rivet an expansion of the rivet shank during rivet setting to join the component parts of an assembly. Rivets offer a safe economical solution to many fastening problems and can be installed in "blind" holes where there is no access to the backside of the workpiece. Installation is fast, tooling cost is low and operator productivity is high. No special skills or training is required to use rivets, another way to save on operating costs.

Choose a rivet. The best choice for any application depends on the job itself. Is it exposed to any moisture? How thick is the material being joined? How much of a load will each rivet carry? First identify your specific needs, then choose the style and size of the rivet best suited to the job.

Strength:

Determine the shear and tensile strengths required for your application and then select the best rivet to meet that requirement. Rivet style, material, diameter and fastener spacing all contribute to the ability of a rivet to hold the material properly.

Rivet Material:

Select a rivet that is made of a similar or compatible metal to the material you are joining. Other factors to consider is the environment in which the finished product will be placed, levels of moisture, high temperatures or corrosive atmosphere.

Hole Size:

Our rivets are available in a variety of diameters. It is extremely important that the hole size be correct to assure that our rivets perform properly.

Work Thickness:

Measure the total thickness of the material to be fastened in order to determine the required grip of the rivet. Be sure to select a sufficient grip range to allow the secondary head of the rivet to properly form.

Head Style:

The low-profile dome head is appropriate for most applications. However, when soft or brittle materials are fastened to a rigid backing member, the large flange head should be considered, because it offers twice the bearing surface. Where a flush surface is required, the countersunk head style should be selected.

Rivet Style:

Our rivets are available in several styles. Rivets can be used as a low-cost alternative to spot welding.