{"id":22233,"date":"2022-10-13T11:00:02","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T19:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/?p=22233"},"modified":"2026-02-25T06:05:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T14:05:37","slug":"what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work? (Comprehensive Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#What_is_a_Blind_Rivet\" >What is a Blind Rivet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#Parts_of_a_Blind_Rivet\" >Parts of a Blind Rivet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#How_Does_Blind_Rivet_Work\" >How Does Blind Rivet Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#How_Are_Blind_Rivets_Installed\" >How Are Blind Rivets Installed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#Applications_of_Blind_Rivets\" >Applications of Blind Rivets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#Advantages_and_Disadvantages_of_Blind_Rivets\" >Advantages and Disadvantages of Blind Rivets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#Why_Blind_Rivets_Are_Used_in_Airplanes\" >Why Blind Rivets Are Used in Airplanes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#Various_Types_of_Blind_Rivets\" >Various Types of Blind Rivets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/what-are-blind-rivets-and-how-does-it-work\/#Download_What_is_Blind_Rivets_and_How_Does_It_Work_PDF\" >Download What is Blind Rivets and How Does It Work? PDF<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work? <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; When it comes to fasteners, even the smallest variations in hardware can have a significant impact on the outcome and caliber of your project. These rivets are important to understand whether you&#8217;re working on cars, appliances, overhead doors, HVAC systems, or lighting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the Linquip website, among the many options available to you, you will find all the information you need to know about Rivets, as well as information regarding this marketplace. You can count on Linquip to provide you with as much general and reliable information about this topic, whether you&#8217;re a professional or a customer looking for a proper company. We recommend you review a list of all <\/span><b>Rivets for Sale<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> available in Linquip.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We would be delighted to provide you with more information on how we can help you generate revenue within your industry. Don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions! With <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/company-levels\"><b>Linquip&#8217;s Solutions for Each Company Level<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will be able to upgrade the capabilities of your organization in order to gain a competitive edge by taking advantage of a wide range of options to enhance your organization&#8217;s performance. If you are looking for the simplest or the most sophisticated marketing and advertising package for your business, we can help you ensure that your company gets as many customers as possible to grow your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Blind_Rivet\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Blind Rivet?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The blind rivet, a ground-breaking fastener, gets its name from the fact that it may be inserted without access to or visibility of the back side of the object being riveted. The usage of solid rivets and bolts required access to both sides of a project to be able to use a rivet hammer on one side and a bucking bar on the other. This was the case before the blind rivet was created. Numerous projects with a &#8220;blind&#8221; side were unable to execute as a result of this challenging approach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blind rivets are inserted into a small hole in the material you are riveting and are made up of a rivet and an integrated mandrel. The mandrel is then pulled back while the rivet is held in place with a riveter. The rivet is deformed when the mandrel is drawn back by pressing the sides outward until the mandrel breaks. This is what creates the rivet&#8217;s enlarged rear side, which in turn holds the materials together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The material of the rivet and then the material of the mandrel are often used to classify blind rivets. If you see &#8220;aluminum\/steel,&#8221; for instance, that refers to an aluminum rivet with a steel mandrel. Stainless steel, nickel-copper alloy, steel, and various grades of aluminum are the most common materials used for these fasteners. To prevent corrosion and rivet weakening when looking for blind rivets, we advise always attempting to match the materials of the rivet and mandrel (for example, stainless steel\/stainless steel construction).<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22236\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22236\" style=\"width: 350px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22236\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture1-12.png\" alt=\"What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work?\" width=\"350\" height=\"222\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture1-12.png 350w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture1-12-300x190.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22236\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Blind Rivets (Reference: <strong>twi-global.com<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parts_of_a_Blind_Rivet\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parts of a Blind Rivet<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Rivet pin:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The rivet pin, which will pass through the pieces of material being linked together, is the rivet&#8217;s primary body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Rivethead:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> To prevent the rivet from slipping out of the material, the head will sit on the exterior of the material.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Rivet mandrel:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When it is secured, the mandrel is inserted into the rivet gun through a slot. The mandrel is partially pulled through the rivet&#8217;s pin (or &#8220;body&#8221;) by the rivet gun, which subsequently deforms the pin to create a second head.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Rivet mandrel head:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The mandrel head extends the rivet body before disappearing within the rivet to form a second head that fastens and secures the components that are being connected.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22237\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22237\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture2-12.png\" alt=\"What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work?\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture2-12.png 600w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture2-12-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22237\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Various Parts of Blind Rivets (Reference: <strong>engineeringchoice.com<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Blind_Rivet_Work\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Does Blind Rivet Work?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pop rivets have two components. The rivet body, sometimes referred to as the shell or hat, is the first component, while the mandrel is the second (also known as the stem).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hole is initially bored through the pieces that will be linked in circumstances when access to both sides of a component is restricted. The pop rivet is then brought into contact with the pieces after being introduced through the drilled hole. By pushing the mandrel into the rivet body with the aid of a pop rivet gun, the rivet expands to grasp the components that need to be attached. The mandrel snaps once it is grasped, securely securing the rivet in place. As a result, the joint becomes localized.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22238\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22238\" style=\"width: 3900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture3-12.png\" alt=\"What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work?\" width=\"3900\" height=\"4819\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture3-12.png 2560w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture3-12-243x300.png 243w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture3-12-829x1024.png 829w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture3-12-768x949.png 768w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture3-12-1243x1536.png 1243w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture3-12-1657x2048.png 1657w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3900px) 100vw, 3900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22238\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Working principle of blind rivets (Reference: <strong>twi-global.com<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Are_Blind_Rivets_Installed\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Are Blind Rivets Installed?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even while manual rivet drivers work just well, power tools are recommended when speed, convenience, and accuracy are crucial considerations. Using pneumatic rivet tools or pneumatic hammers is not too difficult.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the user installs the fastener, whether it is on the end of the driver or in the pre-drilled hole, the blind rivet is driven into the hole. Once the rivet is in position, the installer pulls the trigger to use the force of compressed air for popping the fastener into place. The rivet&#8217;s tail contracts and secures the fastening in place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both pneumatic and hydraulic rivet installation tools accomplish the task by popping the rivet into position with pressurized air, depending on the application. The piston and collet start to retract as soon as the trigger is pushed because of hydraulic pressure inside the tool.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When this movement first starts, the jaws do not retract; instead, the jaw spring and follower keep pushing them forward. The jaws are drawn back and away from the nose tip as the collet further retracts. The cone angle in the collet causes the jaws to shut onto the rivet pintail while this opposite action takes place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the pintail is firmly grasped by the jaws, the pintail&#8217;s head is pulled towards the center of the rivet body, which causes the rivet body to expand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pintail head eventually encounters resistance that surpasses that of the break-neck as this movement continues. A solid, well-sealed junction is now created. The rivet is placed after the pintail separates. The set rivet is identified by its rounded head on the material&#8217;s blind side.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The piston, collet, jaws, jaw spring, and jaw follower are all propelled fully forward by air pressure when the trigger is let go. Until they make contact with the rear of the nose tip, the jaws are still holding the broken pintail. They are then pushed open, allowing the pintail to escape. The damaged pintail is then extracted from the nose assembly using a vacuum, if available.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applications_of_Blind_Rivets\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applications of Blind Rivets<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pop rivets may be used on a variety of projects to blindly fasten wood, metals, and even plastic. For instance, nails are frequently used in gutter construction at home, but due to the weight of the water and other debris that might clog the gutter, they aren&#8217;t always reliable for fastening. Pop rivets effectively join metal sheets together and provide a superior, more durable option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following are some of the most typical blind rivet applications:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affixing a nameplate or sign to a wall such that one side is accessible<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affixing hinges without the use of nails or screws<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because they offer a more durable structure than screws or nails, rivets are used in woodworking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial uses where one side of a workpiece is often inaccessible, such as in the production of boats, cars, or airplanes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_and_Disadvantages_of_Blind_Rivets\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advantages and Disadvantages of Blind Rivets<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being inexpensive.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allowing for portions connecting where back access is restricted.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being robust.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weighing less than nuts and screws (dependent on rivet material).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Negative aspects include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being hard to remove once installed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protruding from the surface of the sheet metal, perhaps posing a risk and compromising aerodynamics.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the rivet material is different from the metal pieces to be bonded, there might be corrosion problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Blind_Rivets_Are_Used_in_Airplanes\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Blind Rivets Are Used in Airplanes?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blind rivets are used to join many pieces together in airplanes. They are frequently seen on the trailing edges of aircraft when access to the back side is restricted or nonexistent. Blind rivets can be used to join the trailing edges of an airplane, even if they are difficult to access.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For these difficult-to-reach components, blind rivets provide a quick and practical fix. They may be installed without access to the rear side. Instead, blind rivets are made expressly for attaching tasks when there is little to no access to the underside of the component.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Various_Types_of_Blind_Rivets\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Various Types of Blind Rivets<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In what follows, some of the most important types of pop rivets are briefly described.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard Blind Rivets<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal-to-metal fastening often involves the use of standard blind rivets. They have simple bodies and dome-shaped heads. The body of the rivet expands at its &#8220;blind&#8221; end when the mandrel is partially pulled through it, forming a second head to stably bind materials together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automotive, metals, construction, containers, electrical appliances, furniture, air conditioning, and heating are just a few of the sectors that employ standard rivets.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22239\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22239\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22239\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture4-12.png\" alt=\"What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work?\" width=\"400\" height=\"228\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture4-12.png 400w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture4-12-300x171.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22239\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Standard Blind Rivets (Reference: <strong>honsel.de<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sealed Blind Rivets<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This particular style of the blind rivet has a sealed end. Unlike other types of blind rivets, this one&#8217;s mandrel head is enclosed within the sealed body of the rivet and does not protrude from the end. In order to fasten metal to metal, sealed rivets do not permit liquids to enter or exit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the head of the rivet is sealed, the mandrel&#8217;s head rests inside the rivet&#8217;s body. This keeps liquid from entering or leaving the component. They are appropriate for usage in the metal, building, and automotive sectors. Additionally, they may be found in containers, furniture, air conditioning, and heating systems, as well as electrical gadgets.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22240\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22240\" style=\"width: 624px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22240\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture5-10.png\" alt=\"What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work?\" width=\"624\" height=\"284\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture5-10.png 624w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture5-10-300x137.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22240\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sealed Blind Rivets (Reference: <strong>qonnect-fasteners.com<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peeled Blind Rivets<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peeled rivets increase the diameter of the locking head, giving it a larger bearing surface (underside of the head). The body enlarges as the mandrel is dragged through it, leaving a head with a flower-like form and four petals. The optimum application for this kind of rivet is joining metal to softer materials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A head is formed by folding the sides (petals) of the rivet over, which secures the materials together. Peeled rivets function well in the construction business (plasterboard, coatings, and insulation) and may be used on trailers, plastic parts, electrical appliances, and upholstery (padded covering on furniture).<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22241\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22241\" style=\"width: 624px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22241\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture6-6.png\" alt=\"What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work?\" width=\"624\" height=\"624\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture6-6.png 624w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture6-6-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture6-6-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22241\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Peeled Blind Rivets (Reference: <strong>chamberlains.co.za<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grooved Blind Rivets<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When installing softer materials like plastic and wood, this type of rivet&#8217;s body-encircling grooves provides tremendous holding power. For attaching metal to wood and metal to building supplies, including cement, bricks, and wood, grooved rivets are ideal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The material is fastened together by the grooves on the rivet&#8217;s body that embeds into it. It is not necessary for the hole it enters to penetrate straight through the surface.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the mandrel is pushed out of a grooved rivet, the rivet&#8217;s tail grows inside the material rather than forming a new head on the opposing side. As a result, the rivet&#8217;s head at one end grabs the object that is being attached to the material while the head at the other end grips the material with friction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Construction, the metal sector, furniture production, electrical equipment, and injection-molded parts are the ideal applications for grooved rivets.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22242\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22242\" style=\"width: 624px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22242\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture7-6.png\" alt=\"What Are Blind Rivets and How Does It Work?\" width=\"624\" height=\"624\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture7-6.png 624w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture7-6-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Picture7-6-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22242\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Grooved Blind Rivets (Reference: <strong>goebel-shop.com<\/strong>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Download_What_is_Blind_Rivets_and_How_Does_It_Work_PDF\"><\/span><strong>Download What is Blind Rivets and How Does It Work? 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