Description
Hardware MS20470A4-B Solid Aluminum Rivet
A solid rivet has a manufactured head on one end and a solid shank on the other end. The shank of the rivet can be produced with a straight cut-off or a chamfered cut-off end. A die point can be manufactured into the shank end to aid alignment during assembly. Common head styles are oval, truss, round, button, universal, pan, countersunk and flat.
Solid rivets are the strongest rivets used in fastened joints. Secondary heat treatment (anneal) to the rivet can make the rivet more ductile prior to clinching in certain applications. Rivets can be hardened for some applications to improve strength and durability. Rivet plating and coating options are selected dependent on the application. Many solid rivets are ordered with a plain finish as they are painted after assembly.
Why use solid rivets?
- High speed assembly. Rivets feed automatically in impact Rivet Machines that cycle in approximately 3/10th of a second
- Material grain flow structure of solid rivets, along with the shank swelling during assembly, creates the strongest riveted joint. High shear strength values
- Permanent fastener that cannot be removed without destroying one of the rivet heads
- Inexpensive alternative to threaded fasteners
- Ease of joint inspection
- Virtually no scrap is produced during the manufacturing process
- Easily adapted for automation
Manufacturer Part Number: MS20470A4-B
Manufacturer: Electronic Components
