Blind Rivets

What is a Blind Rivet?

Blind rivets, a.k.a. break stem rivets, are tubular fasteners with a mandrel through the center. Blind rivets are inserted into drilled holes, and a special tool is used to draw the mandrel through the body of the rivet. The blind end expands, and the mandrel is snapped off. Unlike solid rivets, blind rivets can be installed in joints from only one side of the part—making them “blind” to the opposite side.

Blind Hole Rivet Options

Open End Blind Rivets
Open-end rivets are hollow blind rivets that are pre-assembled onto a headed pin or mandrel. After installation, these rivets resemble tubular rivets, but in contrast to tubular rivets, the mandrel head stays inside the body of the rivet.

Closed End Blind Rivets
Similar to open end blind rivets, but the back end is sealed to prevent liquid penetration. 

Multi-Grip Blind Rivets
Multi-grip breakstem fasteners with a long and reliable track record in a wide range of applications.

Stavex® Blind Rivet
Multi-grip, high-strength steel, and stainless steel breakstem fasteners.

Avibulb® Blind Rivet
High-strength steel breakstem fasteners with excellent bulbing tail formation.

Avinox® Blind Rivet
High-strength stainless steel breakstem fasteners with excellent bulbing tail formation.

Bulbex® Blind Rivet
Breakstem fasteners with a split tail formation provide a very large blind side-bearing area.

2 Pcs Mate Rivets
Breakstem fastener consists of a rivet and tubular section providing an extra wide grip range.

Bulbed-Type Blind Rivet
Breakstem fasteners with a split tail formation provide a very large blind side bearing area.

Hemlok® Blind Rivet
Structural breakstem fasteners with exceptional shear and tensile strength.

Interlock® Blind Rivet
Multi-grip structural breakstem fasteners provide fully sealed, vibration-resistant joints.

Q Rivet Blind Rivet
Structural breakstem fasteners with an internal interference lock and a weatherproof feature.
Blind pop rivets are available in the following styles to support your unique application needs:

• Open end blind rivets
• Closed end blind rivets
• Multi-grip blind rivets
• 2-piece mate rivets
• Bulbex® blind rivets
• Gesipa® Bulb-Tite blind rivets
• Peel type blind rivets
• Anivox® blind rivets
• Interlock® structural blind rivets
• Q Rivets structural blind rivets
• T-rivets

Blind Rivet Head Style Options

Blind pop rivets are available in several head styles to suit your application requirements. Some of the most popular pop rivet head styles include:

• Dome Head
• Large Flange Head
• Countersunk Head

Blind Rivet Material Options

Blind hole rivets are available in the following materials to meet your project specifications:

• Steel
• Stainless Steel
• Aluminum
• Copper
• Monel

What are Blind Rivets Used for?

Uniquely constructed blind pop rivets are ideal for home and building applications since they can be used where other fastener products cannot. Stainless steel and aluminum blind rivet applications include:

• Woodworking
• Machinery
• Electronics
• Structural beams
• Securing hinges
• Attaching wall & ceiling décor
• Clasping nameplates & signs
• Fastening gutters
• Attaching wind guards

How to Install Blind Hole Rivets

Blind pop rivets are easily installed in three simple steps. First, insert the rivet into a hole that passes through the items to be joined. Second, insert the mandrel into the unique installation tool. Third, "set" the rivet by pulling on the mandrel, which creates a bulge that permanently and securely fastens the items. Jay-Cee carries standard and blind rivet tools and installation kits, including:

• Rivet Tool Kits
• Blind Rivet Kits

How to Safely Use Blind Rivets

When compared to other fastener products, blind rivets are one of the safest fastener options available. However, general safety considerations should be followed when using rivets and rivet guns. Safety products such as eye protection, ear protection, and proper ventilation will discourage potential harm.

Contact Jay-Cee Sales & Rivets for Quality Rivets Today

No matter what your industry, Jay-Cee Sales & Rivet is your trusted blind rivets supplier for your application needs. We offer an extensive selection of styles in dozens of standard sizes. If you’re looking for blind rivets, look no further—if we don’t have the rivets you need, they probably don’t exist. Contact us, or request a quote today!
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