FASTENERS & FIXINGS PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT
STAR FASTENERS
Blind Rivets and Structural Fasteners
Star Fasteners product range includes a wide selection of rivets , including standard , sealed , multi-grip , peel , grooved , load spread and structural blind fasteners . They are predominantly used to permanently fasten sheet metals together ; however , they are also suitable for composites , plastics and laminate materials .
Huck ® Structural Blind Fasteners When only one side of the joint material is accessible , performance-engineered Huck fasteners are a smart choice . Each Huck blind fastener has its own unique set of features . Their strength , consistency , easy installation and visual inspection ensures that there is a fastener for almost every application .
WHAT KINDS OF MATERIAL DO THEY COME IN ? Depending on the fastener type , they are available in a variety of materials such as aluminium , steel , stainless steel ( A2 & A4 ), copper and plastic .
HOW TO CHOOSE A RIVET ? The blind fastener that you choose depends upon the environment in which it is being used and the type and thickness of material that it is fastening together . Depending on the product , the diameter of the rivet can range from 2.4mm to 19.1mm for the more structural projects . Head types include dome / raised head , countersunk , flanged and large flanged . Star Fasteners can guide you to find a fastener that suits your application .
WHAT TYPE OF INDUSTRIES ARE THEY USED IN ? Riveting is widely used in projects where a blind application requires high strength and a speedy installation ; they are used wherever there is a need to fasten materials together . These are just a few examples industries that they can be found in : -
Automotive , bodyworks ( commercial vehicle ), cabinets , construction , electrical appliances , exhaust systems , guttering , HVAC ( heating , ventilation and air conditioning ) ladder manufacturing , metal industry and even sculptures and art installations !
The riveting process is environmentally friendly when compared to welding and bonding as it is chemical , smoke and fume free .
Star Fasteners offer a wide range of quality hand , hydraulic , air and battery tools that we know can stand up to the rigours of a busy workshop environment . We recognise that choosing a rivet tool can
Magna-Lok ® Hole-filling fastener with excellent gap pull-out and moisture resistance . Solid circle lock creates internal lock that virtually eliminates pin push-out Material - Steel , Aluminium , Stainelss Steel ( inc 316 ) Sizes - 3 / 16 ”, 1 / 4 ”, 3 / 8 ”, 1 / 2 ” / Heads - Protruding , Truss , 100 ° Flush
Magna-Tite ® Has water-resistant sealant for oversize holes and repairs . Large blind-side footprint for use in thin or low-strength materials . Material - Aluminium / Sizes - 3 / 16 ”, 1 / 4 ” Heads - Protruding , Shaveable , Low Profile , 100 ° Oval , Countersunk
Magna-Bulb ® Unique bulbing fastener with high shear strength offers a broader bearing surface for high pull-out strength in thin materials and / or oversized holes . Material - Steel / Sizes - 3 / 16 ”, 1 / 4 ”, 5 / 16 ” Heads - Protruding , Truss , Countersunk
BOM ® For ultimate locking strength from blind-side install , choose the BOM ( Blind , Oversize , Mechanically ) locked fastener . It features a tapered lead-in with a 10.9 grade mandrel . It ’ s unique push and-pull installation design results in a high strength fastening solution . Material - Steel / Sizes - 3 / 16 ” , 3 / 4 ”
be fairly complicated ; our service includes demonstrating the latest models and advising on tooling options best suited to both the application and the environment .
Every production environment , workshop and tool benefits from a regular
HuckLok ® Wide grip range , double-locking action clamps assembly from both sides for maximum joint integrity . Material - Steel / Sizes - 3 / 16 ”, 1 / 4 ” Heads - Protruding , Truss , 100 ° Oval Countersunk
FloorTight ® Self-countersinking design for consistent installations in hardwood , plywood and plymetal vehicle floor applications . Material - Steel / Sizes - 1 / 4 ”, 5 / 16 ” Heads - Standard , Wide Flange , Plymetal , 90 ° Countersunk
Auto-Bulb ® Features a tapered lead-in point for automated , high-speed assemblies . Forms a bulb directly on the sheet line , preventing pull-through . Material - Steel , Stainless Steel Sizes - 3 / 16 ”, 1 / 4 ” / Heads - Protruding , Countersunk
Penta-Lok ® Specifically designed for joining lightweight panels to steel , stainless steel and aluminium extrusion . No through hole required in lightweight panel . It has a high pull out strength as it unfurls inside the composite panel . Material - Steel / Size - 1 / 4 ”
maintenance program and Star Fasteners can help out with that too . Our in-house tool maintenance and repair workshop ensures that there ’ s minimal down time and a quick turnaround for every job we do . We also have a large selection of short or long-term hire tools .
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