Rivet Basics
Rivets are typically manufactured with either Oval, Flat, Flat Countersunk, or Special Purpose heads.
- Oval Head rivets are the most common type of rivets, with a wide variety of fastening applications.
- Flat Head shoulder rivets are often used when the pieces joined by the rivet are free to rotate.
- Countersunk Head rivets are used when the rivet head must be flush with the pieces that it fastens.
- Special purpose rivets can be designed for almost any application, from aluminum ladders to zinc plated rollers.
A rivet's body is usually formed into a straight shank or a shoulder.
Diagram & Dimensional Terms
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Materials
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Copper
- Stainless Steel
- Steel
- Other
All materials available in various cold heading quality alloys. Non-standard materials are available through special order. Your personalized specifications and requirements need to be provided for accurate quotations.
Finishes
- Black Oxide
- Brass
- Nickel
- Passivation
- Tin
- Zinc Clear
- Zinc Yellow
- Zinc Black
- Other
Non-standard finishes are available through special order. Your personalized specifications and requirements need to be provided for accurate quotations.