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Steel split rivet with truss head, 5/32 inch diameter, 1/2 inch length

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 61872 Split Rivet Truss Head 5/32 in Dia 1/2 in L Steel hardware

SKU CH-DRGQ-MJJ5Z

Steel split rivet with a truss head measuring 5/32 inch diameter and 1/2 inch length for secure fastening

  • Product typeRivets
  • Truss head spreads load across thin materials
  • Split rivet design locks panels without welding
  • 5/32 in diameter fits standard clearance holes
  • 1/2 in length suits medium-gauge sheet metal
  • Steel construction resists shear in structural joints

MIDWEST FASTENER 61872 Split Rivet

This MIDWEST FASTENER split rivet has a truss head and a 5/32 in diameter with a 1/2 in length. It is made from steel and supplied new as general-purpose hardware. The item carries the manufacturer part number 61872.

Suits general fastening tasks needing a truss head

Buyers who need a different diameter or length should look elsewhere. Those requiring a non-steel material or a different head style will not find this rivet suitable. The product contains chemicals flagged under California Proposition 65.

5/32 in diameter and 1/2 in length

These two dimensions decide whether the rivet fits the hole and grip range of the job. Confirm both measurements against the application before ordering. The steel construction and truss head profile are fixed for this part number.

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Price $16.99
Cheaper than about 55% of the 2,607 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameMIDWEST FASTENER
Product typeRivets

Questions about this item

How is the 61872 split rivet installed and what step is often missed?

Drill a 5/32 in hole through both materials, insert the rivet body, then flare the split shank with a rivet setter or hammer; the step often missed is fully spreading both legs so the truss head clamps tight.

What maintenance or replacement will the 61872 split rivet need later?

Inspect for corrosion or loosening after vibration cycles; if the steel shows rust or the joint moves, drill out the old rivet and install a new 61872.

What limit appears first on the 61872 split rivet under sustained vibration?

The split shank can work loose before the steel body shears, so re-torque or replace when joint movement is detected.

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