Large flange rivets feature a wider washer-like head, which offers a larger surface area to distribute clamping force. This makes them ideal for fastening soft, brittle, or thin materials (like plastic, fiberglass, or wood) to metal sheets without causing material deformation.
Exploding rivets split into three flaps on the blind side during installation. This tri-fold action provides a wider load-bearing surface, making them perfect for fragile or low-density materials where pull-through resistance is highly critical.
No, our colored rivets are coated with durable paint or anodized finishes that resist fading, peeling, and corrosion, ensuring long-lasting performance and matching visual aesthetics even under outdoor weather conditions.
Solid rivets consist of a solid shank and offer maximum shear strength, commonly used in structural and high-strength applications. Tubular rivets have a hollow shank, requiring less force for installation, which makes them suitable for pivot points, electronics, and lighter materials.
Peel rivets peel back into a flower-like shape upon installation. This creates a large blind-side footprint that works exceptionally well on soft materials, ensuring a tight hold without cracking or pulling through the workpiece.
The correct length is calculated by adding the total thickness of the materials to be joined (grip range) to the diameter of the rivet body. Ensuring this correct length guarantees a secure and proper deformation on the blind side.