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Mechanical Products Parts:

  1. Circuit Breaker
  2. Connectors
  3. Fans
  4. Hardware
  1. Magnetics Ferrite Cores and Bobbins
  2. Optical Fiber Cable
  3. Relays & Delay Line
  1. Switches
  2. Thermal Conductor & Heat Sinks
  3. Wire,Cable & Tubing

Hardware Rivets for Electronics

Rivets are mechanical fasteners consisting of a head on one end and a cylindrical stem, or tail, on the other, resembling a metal pin. The headless end is inserted through two surfaces and then deformed into a head shape using a tool, creating a secure hold. Rivets come in various diameters, from 0.055” to 0.315”, and lengths, from 0.062” to 1.252”, suitable for hole diameters of 0.055” to 0.394”. They can be made from materials such as Acetal, Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Nylon, Plastic, Polypropylene, Polysulfone, and Steel.

Manufacturers and product designers use rivets to join and align components and structures. Rivets are one of the oldest fasteners, featuring a smooth, cylindrical shaft – usually made of metal – with a head on one end. The opposite end is deformed to hold materials together.

Types of Rivets

  1. Blind Rivets (Pop Rivets):

    • Tubular with a mandrel that expands the blind end and snaps off to secure the connection.
    • Ideal for applications accessible from only one side.

  2. Drive Rivets:

    • Have a short mandrel driven in with a hammer, causing the end to flare.

  3. Flush Rivets (Countersunk Rivets):

    • Use countersunk heads for a smooth surface, reducing aerodynamic drag.

  4. Friction-lock Rivets:

    • Early blind rivets resembling expanding bolts, used in aerospace applications.

  5. Oscar Rivets:

    • Feature splits along the shaft that flare outwards when the mandrel is drawn in, creating a wide surface for secure hold.

  6. Self-piercing Rivets:

    • Do not require pre-drilled holes and create water or gas-tight joints.

  7. Solid Rivets (Round Head Rivets):

    • One of the oldest and most reliable fasteners, dating back to the Bronze Age.

  8. Structural Steel Rivets:

    • Historically used for structural steel joints but now largely replaced by high-strength bolts.

Rivet Materials

  1. Steel:

    • Strong, durable, and inexpensive. Common in construction, automotive, and industrial applications.

  2. Aluminum:

    • Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and conductive. Used in aerospace and consumer products like bicycles and sports equipment.

  3. Copper:

    • Excellent electrical conductivity. Used in electrical equipment and circuit boards.

  4. Brass:

    • Corrosion-resistant and decorative. Used in furniture, clothing, and consumer products.

  5. Stainless Steel:

    • Highly resistant to corrosion. Used in marine and industrial applications exposed to harsh environments.

  6. Titanium:

    • Strong, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. Used in aerospace and high-performance applications, though less common and more expensive.

Key Properties for Rivet Selection

When choosing rivets, consider these properties:

  • Conductivity
  • Corrosion Resistance
  • Hardness
  • Current Load
  • Cycle Life
  • Size

Manufacturers

IBS Electronics has a wide variety of fasteners and hardware to help complete your job. For any job or application, there seems to be a special set of Industrial Rivets & Fasteners or hardware that make your job easier. Need a special size or Rivets? If you don't see what you need, be sure to call / email us for rivets, screws, nuts, washers, straps or bolts. We are happy to help with rivets, screws, cable ties, cable tie anchors, threaded rods or more.