Rivets
Rivet nuts, or threaded inserts, provide permanent, load-bearing internal threads in thin or hollow substrates that cannot sustain conventional tapping. Installation involves swaging the collapsible body against the blind side of the workpiece, creating a secure mechanical anchor with high pull-out resistance. Many variants feature knurled or hexagonal exterior profiles to maximize anti-rotation and torque-out resistance. They are heavily utilized in aerospace interiors, automotive chassis component mounting, and sheet metal enclosures requiring repeated disassembly.
Rivet nuts, also commonly known as blind rivet nuts, threaded inserts, or rivnuts, are highly specialized mechanical fasteners engineered to provide permanent, load-bearing internal threads in thin or hollow materials. They are critical in applications where the substrate cannot sustain conventional tapping or where access to the blind side of the workpiece is completely restricted. During installation, the collapsible body of the rivet nut is swaged against the blind side of the parent material, creating a secure, mechanical anchor. These components are characterized by their high pull-out strength and torque resistance, making them ideal for heavy-duty assembly requiring repeated disassembly without compromising the integrity of the threads.
To meet the demands of various operating environments and prevent galvanic corrosion, rivet nuts are manufactured from high-quality engineering materials.
Available base materials include:
To enhance longevity and environmental resilience, carbon steel variants are offered with robust surface finishes, including Zinc Plated, Yellow Zinc Plated, Black Zinc Plated, and Nickel Plated. Stainless steel options can be Passivated to maximize their natural corrosion-resistant properties.
Rivet nuts must be precisely selected to ensure optimum joint integrity. They are categorized by a variety of distinct physical profiles and thread types to suit diverse engineering requirements:
These fasteners are produced in strict adherence to global engineering standards to ensure consistent performance. Relevant specifications include DIN 7337, DIN 267 Part 30, ISO 15977, ISO 14589, ISO 898-2, and ISO 68.
Due to their versatility and structural reliability, rivet nuts are heavily utilized across a wide spectrum of modern industries. In the aerospace sector, they are crucial for securing lightweight interior panels. The automotive industry depends on them for chassis component mounting and assembling structural body panels. They are also widely adopted in the manufacture of sheet metal enclosures, HVAC ducting, and tubular furniture, providing a robust, reusable threaded connection in materials that are otherwise too thin to tap.
Rivet nuts represent an indispensable fastening solution for modern engineering, effectively bridging the gap between thin-walled substrates and the need for durable, reusable threading. With extensive material options, protective finishes, and specialized profiles, they provide engineers with a reliable, high-strength anchor point in even the most restrictive assembly environments.
Our rivet nuts are available in a range of sizes, materials, and standards. Contact us for a detailed specifications sheet and competitive bulk pricing.
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