Description

Premium Rivet Nuts: The Ultimate Blind Fastening Solution

Revolutionize Your Fastening with Superior Rivet Nuts

Tired of struggling to create secure, reliable threads in thin materials or blind applications? Our premium Rivet Nuts (also known as Rivnuts®, Threaded Inserts, or Nutserts) are the ingenious solution you've been searching for. Designed to provide strong, permanent load-bearing threads in materials too thin to tap, these versatile fasteners simplify complex assemblies and enhance the durability of your projects.

What are Rivet Nuts?

A Rivet Nut is a tubular rivet with internal threads. It can be installed in seconds from one side of the workpiece, creating a robust, reusable threaded anchor point. During installation, the body of the rivet nut expands, forming a strong, permanent bond with the host material. This makes them ideal for applications where access to the rear side is limited or impossible.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Effortless Blind Installation: Install quickly and easily from just one side of the material, perfect for enclosed sections or when back-side access is impossible.
• Strong, Permanent Threads: Create durable, load-bearing internal threads in materials like sheet metal, plastic, fiberglass, and composites, preventing thread stripping.
• Versatility Across Materials: Suitable for use in a wide range of thin materials, including those that are too fragile or too thin for traditional tapping.
• Reduced Material Deformation: The installation process is gentle, minimizing stress and distortion on the parent material compared to welding or other heavy-duty fastening methods.
• Vibration Resistant: When properly installed, many rivet nut designs offer excellent resistance to loosening under vibration.
• Flush or Protruding Finish: Available in various head styles to provide either a flush, aesthetic finish or a large flange for increased bearing surface.
• Quick & Efficient: Significantly speeds up assembly times, reducing labor costs and increasing production efficiency.
• Corrosion Resistance: Offered in materials like stainless steel and with various platings for enhanced durability in harsh environments.

Typical Applications:

Our Rivet Nuts are indispensable across numerous industries and applications, including:

• Automotive: Body panels, interior components, chassis attachments, aftermarket modifications.
• Marine: Boat hulls, deck fittings, access panels, instrumentation mounting.
• Electronics: Cabinet enclosures, rack mounting, component fastening.
• Appliances: White goods, HVAC units, refrigeration, washing machines.
• Aerospace: Interior panels, lightweight structures, non-structural attachments.
• Furniture & Fixtures: Tubular frames, shelving, office equipment.
• Solar Panel Installation: Mounting frames, structural supports.
• Bicycles & Motorcycles: Frame accessories, fairings, component attachment.
• Construction: Fascia panels, cladding, interior finishes.

Choosing the Right Rivet Nut:

We offer a comprehensive selection to meet your specific project requirements:

1. Material:

• Steel (Zinc Plated): The most common and cost-effective choice, offering good strength and corrosion resistance for general applications.
• Stainless Steel (304 / 316): Provides superior corrosion resistance and increased strength, ideal for outdoor, marine, food processing, or chemical environments.
• Aluminum: Lightweight and corrosion-resistant, perfect for applications where weight is a critical factor.

2. Head Style:

• Flat Head (Large Flange): Offers a larger bearing surface against the parent material, providing increased pull-out resistance. Sits proud of the surface.
• Countersunk Head (Flush): Designed to sit flush with the material surface, providing a clean, aesthetic finish. Requires a countersunk hole.
• Thin Head (Low Profile): A compromise between flat and countersunk, offering a reduced protrusion while maintaining a decent bearing surface.

3. Body Style:

• Round Body: Standard and cost-effective, ideal for applications where rotational resistance is not critical or where a keyway/hex hole is not feasible.
• Knurled Body: Features an aggressive knurling on the body for enhanced grip and increased spin-out resistance in softer materials.
• Hexagonal Body (Full-Hex / Half-Hex): Provides superior spin-out resistance by matching the shape of the drilled hole, perfect for high-torque applications.

4. End Type:

• Open End: The most common type, allowing for full thread engagement and longer bolts to pass through.
• Closed End (Sealed): Features a sealed end to prevent moisture, dirt, or debris from entering the application, providing a watertight or airtight seal.

Technical Specifications (General):

• Thread Sizes:
  • Metric: M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, M10, M12
  • Imperial (UNC/UNF): #6-32, #8-32, #10-24, 1/4-20, 5/16-18, 3/8-16
• Grip Range: Specifies the thickness range of the material the rivet nut can effectively fasten to.
• Hole Size: The required diameter of the pre-drilled hole for proper installation.
• Finish: Zinc plated (clear or yellow chromate), Passivated (stainless steel).
• Standards: Manufactured to industry standards (e.g., DIN, ISO where applicable).

Why Choose Our Rivet Nuts?

We are committed to providing only the highest quality fastening solutions. Our rivet nuts are:

• Precision Engineered: Manufactured to strict tolerances for consistent performance and reliable installation.
• Extensive Inventory: A wide range of sizes, materials, and styles are in stock, ready for immediate dispatch.
• Expert Support: Our team of fastening specialists is available to help you select the perfect rivet nut for your application.
• Competitive Pricing: Premium quality at prices that offer exceptional value.