Product Descriptions

Open-End Blind Rivets, or as sometimes referred POP rivets, which is the brand name for Stanley Rivets, formally Emhart mfg are available in Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Copper, and many other alloys. The Open-End Rivets are constructed as a two-part fastener. The breakstem, which is used to compress the rivet, is also available in multiple materials to ensure maximum compression when compressing the rivet before the breakaway. Open-End Blind Rivets are used throughout many industries from the automotive, appliance, marine, aviation, and general maintenance and repair because of the low cost and high dependability. When choosing the proper Open-End Blind Rivet on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Closed-End Blind Rivets work the same way as the previously listed Open-End Rivet with the exception of the ability to seal off the base from water, vapor or chemical intrusion. The Closed-End Blind Rivet like it's sister rivet, the Open-End, is widely used throughout many industries having a greater tensile and shear strength due to its unique mandrel design creating a 100 percent seal. The Closed-End Blind Rivet may also be purchased in multiple materials from Steel, Aluminum, and Stainless. When choosing the proper Closed-End Blind Rivet on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Multi-Grip Blind Rivets provide an effective and economical alternative to the Open-End Blind Rivet. Because these Blind Rivets have a much wider grip range per rivet, they require much less inventory both in the shop as well as in the field on service trucks and construction sites. These rivets have the ability to fill oversized and irregular size holes expanding radially providing a complete hole fit. The Multi-Grip Rivet, because of its unique design, has the ability to fill irregular and misaligned holes which are common in hard to reach areas when drilling or repairing ventilation equipment, electronic applications and more. When choosing the proper Multi-Grip Blind Rivet on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Tri-Bulb or Bulb Type Blind Rivets provide a large footprint on the blind side of the rivet creating a better load surface for soft and ductile materials normally used in the automotive industry as well as plastics etc. Similar to the Multi-Grip Rivet, the Tri-Bulb Blind Rivet or Bulbing Style Rivets have a larger than normal grip range capability reducing stock both in the shop as well as in the field. The Bulbing style rivets are widely used in industry where brittle and soft materials like rubber or wood are applicable. The bulbing on the blind side of the rivet will resist cracking, dimpling and pull through which can cause cracking. When choosing the proper Tri-Bulb or Bulb Type Blind Rivet on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Rivet Burrs or Rivet Washers are used when installing Blind Rivets into soft material or oversized or mis-drilled holes. Rivet Burrs or Backup washers are available in steel, aluminum or stainless. When choosing the proper Rivet Burrs or Backup Washers Blind Rivet on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Q-Lok Blind Rivets

The Avdel Q-Rivet is a structural blind rivet with an internal interference lock and a weatherproof seal. The Interference lock is formed by a splined mandrel that plugs the entire length of the body, providing powerful locking strength and a strong, vibration resistant joint. The rivet is any-rattle and weatherproof, making it ideal for an automotive warehouse, racking, ladders, building industries, commercial vehicles, domestic appliances, heating, and ventilation.

For ultimate performance, the Avdel Q-Rivet relies on a friction lock in the body and a uniquely designed mandrel head. The internal friction lock occurs when locking grooves on the mandrel slide along the inner wall of the rivet body during installation. The locking grooves scrape material from the rivet wall and the loose material accumulates in the grooves. This helps to lock the mandrel in place once the rivet is installed. When choosing the proper Q-Type Blind Rivets on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Peel Type Blind Rivets

Gesipa Dome Peel Blind Rivets split into four legs providing a large blind side bearing head for improved support in brittle, soft or ductile materials such as plastics, soft metals, rubber, etc. Peel style rivets are also made in T-Rivet formation forming three petals vs four. Normally used in structural applications where the high pull out functions are required. When choosing the proper Peel Type or T-Style Blind Rivets on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Nylon - Plastic Blind Rivets

Nylon - Plastic Blind Rivets ST801HS • Delrin 500 Mandrel Marson brand Klik-Lok Plastic Rivets are the same precision-molded all-nylon rivets used by domestic auto manufacturers, both for original equipment and replacement parts. In addition, Klik-Lok Plastic Rivets are ideal for non-conductive and non-corrosive environments. Klik-Lok Plastic Rivets fasten plastic to plastic, plastic to metal and plastic to fiberglass. As they set, three “legs” form to securely lock the components in place and prevent pullout. When choosing the proper Nylon Blind Rivets on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Huck Magna-Lok Blind Rivet

Huck Magna-Lok Blind Rivet has a 360º solid-circle lock. It’s Alcoa Fastening System’s answer to loosening and vibration challenges. And it’s the reason Magna-Lok® is the world’s strongest, most reliable, most consistent blind fastening solution available. The unique locking design creates an internal lock during installation that virtually eliminates pin pushout by mechanically locking the pin to the sleeve. So Magna-Lok fasteners lock flush into place reliably, permanently. Magna-Lok is ideal for applications ranging from general manufacturing and commercial truck body assembly to freight trailers, military vehicles, and postal vehicles. No fastening system is stronger or more dependable. Twenty times the strength. In lap shear fatigue tests, steel Magna-Lok fasteners outlasted the nearest competitor nearly 20 to 1. Ours lasted 2 million cycles, while theirs lasted only 100,000. In addition, this strength extends to the solid-circle lock design. The expanding sleeve creates a tough, long-lasting joint with a tight, weather-resistant seal. This shield blocks out water and salt, further ensuring the fastener’s long, reliable life. Quick and economical to install and inspect. Because installing Magna-Lok fasteners is so easy, a worker can install three fasteners in just two seconds. That’s 5,400 fasteners an hour. And because they install from just one side, you pay just one worker. With the Magna-Lok system, workers can be trained to install the fasteners in a matter of minutes. Installations are more accurate than other fasteners of the same kind because the element of human error is not an issue. The lock is repeatable, and there’s no need to grind or fill; you can paint right away. What’s more, inspections are quick and easy. Once properly installed, there’s no need for torque inspections or x-rays. When choosing the proper Huck Magna-Lok Blind Rivets on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Huck Brand Magna-Grip Fasteners offer a generous selection of diameters — from 3/16 to 3/8 inch — for light to heavy-duty applications. They break flush, every time, and provide

multi-thickness capability thanks to a wide grip range for each diameter. With Magna-Grip fasteners, you achieve clean installations across-the-board, for a variety of assembly thicknesses, while stocking less inventory. In addition to consistent clamp force, shear, and tensile strength, the Huck Magna-Grip ensures absolute vibration resistance with a unique locking-groove design. It simply can’t come loose no matter how demanding the application — which reduces rework and warranty claims, providing long-term savings for your company and increased satisfaction for your customers. With Magna-Grip fasteners, quality installations do not depend upon the skill of the worker or a correctly calibrated tool. They install in seconds (up to 1,200 per hour) and require no more than a glance to confirm a correct installation: If the core pin is flush with the collar, the Magna-Grip fastener has been properly installed. It’s that simple. And the installation process can be mastered in minutes with minimal training. When choosing the proper Huck Magna-Grip Pins and Collars on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Huck C6L Pins and Collars. The classic 6-groove locking fastener built with staying power. C120L® - 8.8-grade two-piece lockbolt fastener A result of Huck International's innovation a half-century ago, the versatile Alcoa Fastening Systems C6L®/C120L Lock Bolt remains the number one fastening system for applications that require a strong, vibration-resistant seal today. C6L/C120L’s exclusive locking groove design ensures a permanent fit that resists loosening. That means it’s ideal for applications from general manufacturing to such high-vibration applications as HVAC, trailer and container assembly, rotary and rotating equipment, shopping carts, railroad, and transit cars, geodesic structures, and many others. In addition to offering superior fastening performance, the C6L/C120L system reduces labor and installation costs, along with rework and warranty expenses. For example, using the C6L/C120L eliminates the need to hire certified welders or specially trained employees, because workers can be instructed to install these foolproof fasteners in a matter of minutes. The C6L/C120L is simply stronger, easier to install, and more durable than welding, adhesives, or conventional threaded fastening systems. The C6L/C120L’s unique design virtually eliminates installation errors caused by operator or tool variables. The C6L/C120L ensures that once the collar swage is complete, the pintail breaks off and the fastener is tightly installed. No rework required. And you can count on consistent, high-uniform clamp force with every C6L/C120L installation, time after time. A quick visual inspection, along with an occasional dimensional check, is all that’s required to make sure the C6L/C120L is installed accurately. Alcoa Fastening Systems’ skilled and knowledgeable technicians – your Huck System Specialists – are ready and waiting with valuable consultation, evaluation, installation assistance, and in-depth staff training capabilities. No other fastening company can match this level of premium, value-added support. When choosing the proper Huck C6L Pins and Collars on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Huck C50L Power Bolts and Collars are specifically manufactured for applications ranging from railcar to mining equipment manufacturing. The C50L® HuckBolt Fastening Systems offer superior vibration resistance and overall durability. Heavy-duty applications demand tough, reliable fasteners. And extensive testing has demonstrated that C50L HuckBolt fasteners meet or exceed the performance of torqued bolts in both shear and tensile strength (with a longer fatigue life). Value is built in too. Over the lifetime of your product, the investment you make in the quality of C50L HuckBolt fasteners will pay for itself. You won’t find a stronger, more reliable fastening system, no matter what your application. When choosing the proper Huck C50L Pins and Collars on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Huck HP8 Power Bolt Grade 8 Fastening System

Huck HP8 Powerbolt is Huck's original Grade 8 fastening system, the HP8® PowerBolt™, provides an easy-to-use system that delivers a permanent, vibration-resistant clamp. These fasteners, available in diameters ranging from 1/2" to 3/4", offer fast, tamper-resistant installation, with only a visual inspection required. When choosing the proper Huck HP8 Power Bolts and Collars on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Hucktainer Fastening System is designed specifically for truck trailers, truck bodies, cargo containers, and other structures fabricated from fiberglass reinforced plywood, Hucktainer fasteners provide the consistent clamp and fast, foolproof installation required for maximum product quality and productivity. Hucktainer fasteners will not crush, craze, or bull-nose FRP panels. Their heavy zinc plating resists corrosion for the long haul; available plastic encapsulation offers even greater anti-corrosion protection, plus color that will never fade. And every fastener includes an integral seal to help keep the elements and other contaminants from invading the joint. Swift, Secure Installation Requiring only a few seconds each to install — followed by a quick, visual inspection to verify flushness — Hucktainer fasteners reduce assembly time. A single sleeve fits all pin sizes, accelerating the process even further. What’s more, prepared holes do not have to be perfectly aligned, because the Hucktainer’s spiral-lock system, with breakaway pintail, ensures consistent installation, time after time. Unlike impact wrenches, the tools used to install Hucktainer fasteners are almost whisper-quiet. That means a less stressful, inherently safer workplace. Comfortable, ergonomically designed grips combined with easy-to-pull triggers minimize muscle strain and the possibility of repetitive-stress syndrome. Hucktainer installation tools further accommodate your requirements with the choice of air-powered or hydraulic operation. When choosing the proper Huck Hucktainer Pins and Collars on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Huck BOM® (Blind, Oversize, Mechanically locked) Fasteners from Alcoa Fastening Systems are so strong, one can do the work of up to four ordinary fasteners. You won’t find a more vibration resistant blind bolt or one that works harder in so many different applications. With its unique push-and-pull installation design, the BOM fastening system is tough enough for military vehicles and equipment, auto suspensions, amusement park rides, rail car assembly, and automatic storage and retrieval racks. Even the most demanding high-tensile application is no match for the strength of the BOM fastening system. Because installing BOM fasteners is so easy, a worker can learn the installation procedure in just minutes, eliminating the need to hire certified welders or specially trained employees. And, because they install from just one side, your labor costs are reduced. Installations are more accurate than other fasteners of the same kind, because the element of human error is not an issue. In other words, the correct installation doesn’t depend on operator skill or specialized tools. Plus, chances are you can start using BOM fasteners immediately with your current tools, saving you more money in the long run. What’s more, inspections are quick and easy. Once properly installed, there’s no need for torque inspections or x-rays, no matter if the inspection is the next day or 10 years from now. If the pin has installed near flush with the collar, then you know it’s right. Alcoa Fastening Systems use quiet, non-impact tools for lower noise in the plant. And health risks are reduced because operator muscles and joints are not subjected to the constant impact of power tools. In addition, BOM installation eliminates the hot, noxious vapor filled air of the typical welding environment, ensuring you comply with the most current OSHA standards. When choosing the proper Huck BOM Fasteners on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Huck BobTail Fastening System represents the most advanced fastening technology to date, the BobTail® System (fasteners and tooling) has been developed to deliver the highest level of performance and reliability. Engineered to meet the unique challenges of a wide range of assembly applications, BobTail offers safe, quiet, swaged-on installation technology in advanced HuckBolt design. BobTail is designed to deliver superior joining strength in even the most extreme environments. Available in a wide range of sizes and grades, BobTail also offers quick and easy installation, and up to 10 times the fatigue strength of conventional nuts and bolts. Finally, when you factor in the cost of the fasteners with installation and inspection labor, BobTail often provides an overall lower installed cost. When choosing the proper Huck BobTail Fasteners on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Avdel Briv Speed Fasteners with a bulbed tail providing consistent high clamp and shear. The Avdel Briv Speed Fastening System has a bulbed tail providing consistent high clamp and shear, making it ideal for assembling many materials including metal, plastic and aluminum alloy. With easy installation and lower in-place costs than welding or nail rivet, this speed riveting system is extensively used for light fabrication needs. When choosing the proper Avdel Briv Speed Fasteners on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Avdel Rivscrew Speed Fastening System is a threaded removable speed fastener that combines the speed of rivet placement with the benefits of being able to remove and re-fasten. Using a Rivscrew rivet removes the need for costly tapping or thread forming operation whilst creating a higher vibration resistant ‘thread lock’ compared to standard screws. When choosing the proper Avdel RivScrew Speed Fasteners on our system, be sure to pick from all filters to narrow your search.

Trivalent Coating vs Dichromate Coating

FACT: Trivalent coatings were developed to reduce the amount of Hexavalent chromate in the environment without sacrificing corrosion resistance.

European RoHS and EOLV and other standards now require that many components be free of hexavalent chromium. Also, some manufacturers are being pro-active on that issue even if hexavalent chromium is not forbidden by law on their components.

Dichromate has a specific chemical meaning; it means Cr2O7, and the chrome would have to be hexavalent, not trivalent for that formula to hold. Similarly, 'chromate' also has a specific chemical meaning; it means CrO3, and the chrome would have to be hexavalent for that formula to hold as well. But as slang and a colloquialism the trivalent formulas are widely called 'trivalent chromates' even though it is actually an oxymoron to a chemist.

FACT: Dichromate is naturally gold in color whereas Trivalent formulations are naturally clear, and some people question whether it is possible to get a good gold color from a trivalent formulation even with dye.