Bulbex® Trifold Rivets (Tribex® Rivets)
Bulbex® trifold rivets are a style of blind rivets that are specially designed for structural and other high-strength applications. Also called Tribex® rivets, these tri fold rivets feature a slotted sheath; when installed, the sheath splits to create three “wings” that provide a large bearing surface. This unique design helps Bulbex® blind rivets resist pullout or cracking when installed in brittle and/or soft materials such as plastic.
Jay-Cee Sales & Rivet stocks Tribex® rivets in low profile and large flange head styles, with two body diameters and a variety of grip ranges available. These trifold provide tensile strength up to 1,070 lbs. and shear strength as high as 780 lbs.
Follow the links below to find Bulbex® blind rivets for your application, or use the filters at left to narrow your search. Order the trifold rivets you need today, request a quote, or contact us for more information.
Bulbex® Blind Rivet Specifications (Also known as Tribex® - Trifold® Blind Rivets)
Series | Head Style | Material | Finish | ||
Rivet | Mandrel | Rivet | Mandrel | ||
AAPAB | Lo Profile | Aluminum | Aluminum | Plain | Plain |
AALAB | Large Flange | Aluminum | Aluminum | Plain | Plain |
| Lo-Profile Head | Large-Flange Head | ||||||
Nom. Rivet Diam. | Hole Size | E Max. | A Rivet Diam. | B Nom. Head Diam. | D Max. Head Ht. | B Nom. Head Diam. | D Max. Head Ht. | |
5/32" | .165-.177 | 0.09 | 0.165 | 0.312 | 0.06 | - | - | |
(4.0mm) | (4.20-4.50mm) | (2.27mm) | (4.19mm) | (7.9mm) | (1.53mm) | - | - | |
3/16" | .197-.207 | 0.112 | 0.197 | 0.387 | 0.08 | 0.61 | 0.08 | |
(4.8mm) | (5.00-5.25mm) | (2.83mm) | (5mm) | (9.83mm) | (2.04mm) | (15.5mm) | (2.04mm) |
Rivet Diam. | Grip Range | M Max. | AAPAB - Dome Head Aluminum Rivet Aluminum Mandrel | AALAB - Large Flange Head Aluminum Rivet Aluminum Mandrel |
5/32" (4.0mm) | .040-.118 (1.00-3.00mm) | .630 (16mm) | - | |
.040-.275 (1.00-7.50mm) | .840 (21.2mm) | - | ||
.040-.375 | .970 | PR56AAPAB | ||
.040-.500 | 1.095 | PR58AAPAB | ||
3/16" (4.8mm) | .040-.157 (1.00-4.00mm) | .720 (18.3mm) | ||
.062-.250 (1.57-6.35MM) | .770 (19.55MM) | PR64AAPAB | PR64AALAB | |
.040-.354 (1.00-9.00mm) | .920 (23.3mm) | |||
.157-.472 (4.00-12.00mm) | 1.07 (27.1mm) |
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.437-.625 | 1.263 | PR610AAPAB | ||
.563-.750 | 1.388 | PR612AAPAB |
Typical Rivet Shear and Tensile Strength lbf. (N) BULBEX™ | ||
Rivet Diameter | AAPAB/AALAB Aluminum | |
Shear | Tensile | |
5/32" (4.0mm) | 135 (600) | 225 (1000) |
3/16" (4.8mm) | 175 (780) | 240 (1070) |
Tribex® Rivets for All Applications
Jay-Cee Sales & Rivet stocks a variety of Tribex® tri fold rivets. We offer low profile dome head and large flange head options, in 5/32” and 3/16” body diameters and with grip ranges from 0.040-0.118 to 0.437-0.625. All models feature all aluminum construction. See individual product listings for additional information and specifications.
If you can’t find the Bulbex® trifold rivets you need in our inventory, please contact us. We’ll help you find the right option for your unique application.
Options for Bulbex® Blind Rivets
Head Style
- Low profile dome head
- Large flange head
Materials
- All aluminum
Grip Range
- Minimum: 0.040-0.118
- Maximum: 0.437-0.625
Body Diameter
- 5/32”
- 3/16”
Contact Us for Trifold Rivets & More
Jay-Cee Sales & Rivet is a leading supplier of Tribex® trifold rivets and other quality fastener solutions. We offer a huge selection of solid rivets, split rivets, and much more. Order today, request a quote, or contact us for the tri fold rivets you need.