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Blind Rivets, pop-Style Rivets & Eyelets

  • Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Monel, Steel, Stainless Steel
  • 3/32″, 1/8″, 5/32″, 3/16″, 1/4″ available diameters
  1. Custom Rivets Per Print or Customer Supplied Specifications
  2. Production Runs & Distribution
  3. Small Batches, Production Runs
  4. Inch, Metric, Military and Specialized Standards

Pop style blind rivets are generally used when access is only available to one side of an assembly.

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Blind Rivets (Open-End, Closed-End & Structural)

Blind rivets are permanent fasteners designed for installation when access is available from only one side of the assembly. A mandrel-driven tool pulls the stem, forming a blind-side head that clamps the material stack before the mandrel fractures at a controlled break point. G-Fast supplies blind rivets through qualified domestic and global sources. We support part number cross-referencing, specification verification, and production blanket programs for industrial customers.

Open-End vs. Closed-End Blind Rivets

Open-End Blind Rivets

• Most common configuration • Suitable for general industrial fastening • Not fluid-tight • Common in sheet metal assemblies, brackets, covers, and enclosures

Closed-End (Sealed) Blind Rivets

• Fully enclosed blind-side formation • Improved resistance to moisture and air passage • Used in outdoor equipment, trailer bodies, and electrical enclosures • Selected when sealing performance is required

Standard vs. Structural Blind Rivets

Standard (open-end) blind rivets are typically used in light- to medium-duty applications where speed and cost efficiency are priorities. Structural blind rivets provide higher shear and tensile performance, increased preload, and improved vibration resistance. These are selected when joint performance requirements exceed standard blind rivet capability.

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Provide the following for review: • Existing part number (if applicable) • Diameter and grip range • Head style • Body material • Mandrel material • Estimated annual usage • Print or sample

G-Fast supports blind rivet sourcing with disciplined specification review, supply continuity planning, and competitive lead times.

Body and Mandrel Material Combinations

Rivet Body Mandrel Typical Use Corrosion Consideration Relative Strength
Aluminum Aluminum Light sheet, indoor Good compatibility Low–Medium
Aluminum Steel General industrial Mandrel may corrode first Medium
Steel Steel Interior industrial Requires plating High
Stainless Stainless Outdoor / washdown Strong corrosion resistance High
Stainless Steel Mixed environments Mandrel corrosion risk High
Brass Steel Electrical / specialty Environment dependent Medium

Mandrel material should be specified explicitly in outdoor or corrosive environments. Mixed-material combinations may introduce galvanic interaction depending on base materials.

Head Style Comparison

Head Style When to Use Advantages Considerations
Protruding (Dome) General-purpose Cost-effective, common Visible head
Large Flange Thin / soft materials Increased bearing surface Larger head diameter
Countersunk (100° / 120°) Flush surface required Clean surface finish Requires precise countersink
Multi-Grip Variable stack thickness Reduces SKU inventory Confirm performance range
Bulb / Tri-Fold Soft materials Large blind-side footprint Not for high shear loads

Diameter and Grip Range

Blind rivets are available in standard and custom diameters including 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", 3/16", 1/4" and larger upon request.
Grip range must match total material stack thickness. Installing outside of the recommended grip range can prevent proper blind-side formation and reduce joint performance.</p.

Supply & Fulfillment Options

• Carton quantities available for immediate shipment
• Drop-ship programs supported
• Production blanket orders and scheduled releases
• Cross-referencing of existing industry part numbers
• Specification review prior to order placement