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Box of steel blind rivets with dome heads

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 51088 Blind Rivet Dome Head 5/32 in Dia 1/4 in L Steel hardware

SKU CH-1BTK-N9WAR

Blind rivet with a dome head installs from one side for permanent fastening

  • Product typeRivets
  • Blind rivet joins materials from one side only
  • Dome head provides flush finish after installation
  • Steel construction delivers reliable shear strength
  • 5/32 in diameter fits standard drill sizes
  • 1/4 in grip range suits thin sheet assemblies

Blind Rivet Dome Head 5/32

This blind rivet joins materials when only one side of the workpiece is reachable. The tubular steel body contains a mandrel that is pulled to expand the tail before snapping off. It creates a permanent mechanical joint without requiring access to the rear surface. The dome head sits flush after installation for a clean finish.

Single-Side Assembly Jobs

Suits maintenance, fabrication and automotive repairs where the back of the joint is blocked or hidden. Not suited for applications requiring a countersunk head or a larger grip range than the supplied length. Builders needing a different diameter or head style should select an alternative fastener.

Mandrel Included

Each rivet ships with its mandrel pre-assembled through the centre so no separate component is required. The mandrel breaks at a designed point during setting, leaving a solid rivet body. No additional tools or accessories are bundled beyond the rivets themselves.

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Price $8.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMIDWEST FASTENER
Product typeRivets

Questions about this item

What tool is required to install the 51088 blind rivet?

A specially designed rivet tool is needed to draw the mandrel into the rivet body, expanding the blind end before the mandrel snaps off.

Can these steel rivets be used with older aluminium panels without causing corrosion?

Direct contact between steel rivets and aluminium can lead to galvanic corrosion over time; isolation or coating is recommended for mixed-metal joints.

How can I confirm the 51088 rivet has set correctly after installation?

A properly set rivet shows a formed shop head on the blind side and the mandrel has snapped off flush with or below the dome head surface.

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