Blind Rivets
Blind Rivets join materials with a fast, permanent set, even when only one side is accessible. A clean, properly sized set gives a strong, lasting joint that stands up to vibration and shear. South Coast Fasteners stocks Blind Rivets for fast 3-5 day shipping. Popular options include aluminum blind rivets, stainless steel blind rivets, and zinc plated blind rivets.
Materials and Finishes
Choose Blind Rivets by grade and finish, with carbon steel for general work, alloy for strength, and stainless for corrosion resistance, plus zinc and hot-dip galvanized options for the outdoors. Pair them with Hand Riveter Kit, Large Flange Blind Rivets, and Countersunk Blind Rivets to round out the assembly.
How to Choose
Start with the diameter, thread pitch, and length your assembly needs, then choose a grade that carries the working load and a finish suited to the environment. Step up to alloy or stainless when strength or corrosion resistance is critical.
Blind Rivets Industry Applications
Blind Rivets show up across a wide range of industries and applications. HVAC and Food processing join sheet, panel, and bracket assemblies with them; furniture and electrical set them from one side where there is no rear access; marine & offshore and manufacturing add strong threads to thin material with them; and automotive join sheet, panel, and bracket assemblies with them. Aluminum, steel, and stainless rivets and inserts, sized to the hole and the combined material thickness.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to use a pop rivet gun?
A blind rivet sets from one side. It goes through both parts, then a rivet tool pulls the mandrel to expand the body against the back side until the mandrel snaps off, leaving a permanent joint. Drill the hole to the rivet diameter and match grip range to the combined thickness.
What is a blind rivet?
A blind rivet, often called a pop rivet, is a two-piece fastener set from one side with a hand or power tool that expands the body and snaps off the mandrel, leaving a permanent joint.
What materials and finishes are blind rivets available in?
Choose Blind Rivets by grade and finish, with carbon steel for general work, alloy for strength, and stainless for corrosion resistance, plus zinc and hot-dip galvanized options for the outdoors. Common options include closed end blind rivets and large flange blind rivets.
Can I order in bulk or request a quote?
Yes. Stock covers small orders and full production runs. Reach out for a quote or product help.
Why Choose South Coast Fasteners?
We are a single source for fasteners, PPE, hand tools, cutting tools, abrasives, and industrial supplies, priced to compete and shipped fast by a crew that uses this gear every day. We also stock Backup Rivet Washers.