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Aluminium blind rivet with dome head, 1/4 in diameter, 1/2 in length

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 53945 Blind Rivet Dome Head 1/4 in Dia 1/2 in L Aluminum hardware

SKU CH-9P1X-WCMMM

Blind rivet with dome head joins materials from one side using a mandrel that snaps off after expansion

  • Product typeRivets
  • Blind rivet installs from one side only
  • Dome head provides flush finish after setting
  • Aluminium construction resists corrosion in use
  • Mandrel snaps off cleanly during installation
  • Tubular design expands to clamp parts together

What this rivet is for

This blind rivet joins materials when only one side of the joint is reachable. The tubular body holds a central mandrel that is pulled by a rivet tool to expand the far end and then snap off. It is suited to maintenance, fabrication and repair tasks where back-side access is blocked.

When to choose this style

A blind rivet replaces solid rivets, screws or bolts in single-access situations such as closed panels, tubes or enclosed frames. The switch is worth it when disassembly for back-side work is impractical or when speed of installation matters more than maximum shear strength. The dome head provides a low-profile finish on the visible surface.

How it fits the job

The rivet installs with a standard hand or pneumatic rivet tool and requires a correctly sized drilled hole through the workpieces. Aluminium construction keeps weight low and resists corrosion in many environments. The mandrel breaks cleanly at a designed point, leaving no protruding fastener on the blind side and freeing the tool for the next cycle.

How it compares

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Price $14.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 2,607 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMIDWEST FASTENER
Product typeRivets

Questions about this item

What hole diameter does the 1/4 in rivet require?

Drill a 1/4 in hole through the parts to be joined before inserting the rivet assembly.

How do you set the rivet and what step is often missed?

Use a pop-rivet tool to pull the mandrel until it snaps off; forgetting to let the mandrel break cleanly leaves a loose joint.

When does the mandrel need replacement?

The mandrel snaps off during each installation, so a fresh rivet is required for every new hole.

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