Setup, Compatibility & Care
To install these rivets effectively, you must utilize a standard hand-held or pneumatic rivet gun. Before beginning, ensure the materials being joined are pre-drilled with a 3.1mm to 3.2mm drill bit to allow for proper clearance.
Installation Steps:
- Drill a hole through both workpieces.
- Insert the rivet into the rivet gun nozzle.
- Push the rivet body completely through the pre-drilled hole.
- Squeeze the rivet gun handle until the mandrel snaps off, signaling a completed, secure seal.
While the aluminium body offers good oxidation resistance, avoid using these in high-salt environments unless the rivets are painted or treated, as galvanic corrosion can occur when aluminium contacts dissimilar metals in wet conditions.