HUCK BLIND FASTENERS
Magna-Lok ® BOM ®
except 4.8mm Diameters ( mm ) 4.8 6.4 9.5 12.7
Magna-Bulb ®
Diameters ( mm ) 4.8 6.4 7.9
HuckLok ™
Diameters ( mm )
4.8 6.4
Auto-Bulb ™
Diameters ( mm )
6.4
Wide grip range : Accommodates large variations in joint thicknes s Structural fastener : High shear & tensile str ength Excellent gap closure capability Outstanding hole filling on the blind side : Excellent joint tightness and very resistant to water ingress Flush pinbreak : No catching on clothes , skin or goods . Quick and easy visual inspection Internal pin locking mechanism : Secure within the rivet body and protected from corrosion Headstyles : Protruding , truss , countersunk Materials : Steel , stainless steel , aluminium
Extra large blind side footprint : Ideal for lower strength or thin sheet joint materials Structural fastener : Very high shear strength and high tensile strength Flush pinbreak : No catching on clothes , skin or goods . Quick and easy visual inspection Internal pin locking mechanism : Secure within the rivet body and protected from corrosion Headstyles : Protruding Materials : Steel
Wide grip range : Accommodates large variations in joint thickness Structural fastener : High shear & tensile strength Large blind side footprint : Ideal for lower strength or thin sheet joint materials Flush pinbreak : No catching on clothes , skin or goods . Quick and easy visual inspection Internal pin locking mechanism : Secure within the rivet body and protected from corrosion , plus additional blind side pin locking for increased fatigue life Headstyles : Protruding Materials : Steel
Purpose design blind side shape for easy hole location : Ideal for automated assembly Large blind side footprint : Ideal for lower strength or thin sheet joint materials Good blind side clearance : Less space required on the blind side prior to installation High pin retention : Prevents possibility of noise or vibration in dynamic assemblies Recessed pinbreak : No catching on clothes , skin or goods Headstyles : Protruding , Oval Countersunk Materials : Steel , Stainless Steel
* Individual fastener benefits will vary depending on the application they are used in .
Today , HuckBolt fasteners doing the job in a wide range of applications that once solely belonged to welding , they can be effectively used with virtually any metal , and dissimilar metals with dissimilar coefficients of thermal expansion present no problems . Varying material thicknesses in a joint are readily accommodated , and surface finishes are not damaged . And most importantly , HuckBolts are proven to hold up over years of service in demanding high-stress , high-vibration environments .
Reasons to specify Huck Fasteners into your next project ?
Huck Fasteners offer benefits that other fastening methods cannot , including : -
• Quick and easy installation – minimal training & fast installation .
• Will not loosen even under extreme vibration .
• Maintenance free joints - eliminates checking / replacement , and ultimately cost reductions .
• Superior , permanent and a reliable alternative to welding and nuts & bolts .
• Tamperproof – once installed cannot be removed without specialist tooling .
Diameters ( mm )
4.8 6.4 7.9
12.7 15.9 19.1
7.9
6.4
4.8 6.4
9.5
Very high strength / diameter ratio : Can be used in demanding structural applications as an alternative to threaded fasteners or welding
Very high joint tightness when compared to conventional blind fasteners
Very resistant to tampering , extremely hard to remove Excellent gap closure capability
Large blind side footprint : Ideal for lower strength or thin sheet joint materials
Headstyles : Protruding Materials : Steel
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FloorTight - The flooring specialist fastener
Diameters ( mm )
Self countersinking head : Ideal for use on timber flooring and phenolic faced plywood
Superior strength to conventional flooring screws : Reduces the number of fasteners required and number of drilled holes
3 Clamp strengths available to suit your joint . No crushing or pulling through the board
Recessed pinbreak : No catching on clothes , skin or goods Headstyles : Standard flange and wide flange Materials : Steel
Penta-Lok ™ - Specifically Designed for the Composite Panel Market
Diameters ( mm )
Specifically for joining load restrain profiles to lightweight panel
Penta-Lok “ claws ” unfurl and install inside the actual panel not on the blind side / back of panel
High pull out strength : Due the load spread of the “ claws ” inside the lightweight panel of approximately 16mm .
No through hole required in the lightweight panel : Penta-Lok only needs a minimum 8mm of depth in the lightweight panel to insert the blind side of the fastener
Headstyles : Protruding Materials : Steel
Magna-Tite ™ - The roofing specialist fastener
Diameters ( mm )
Polymer watertight seal : Ideal for roofing or similar applications Extra large blind side footprint : Ideal for lower strength or thin sheet joint materials Low clamp load : Perfect for use in thin sheet material , composites and plastics Flush pinbreak : No catching on clothes , skin or goods . Quick and easy visual inspection Headstyles : Protruding , Low Profile , Shaveable , 100 ° Oval Materials : Aluminium
Each Huck Fastener has its own unique characteristics ensuring that there is a product for every application .
HOW TO INSTALL AND REMOVE HUCKBOLT AND STRUCTURAL BLIND FASTENERS
Star Fasteners offer a wide variety of quality tools that stand up to the rigours of a busy workshop environment , we can demonstrate the latest pneudraulic , battery , hydraulic and hand tools and offer advice on options best suited to both the application and the environment .
HIRE FLEET
If your workshop needs additional tools , or a specialist tool is needed for a specific contract , Star
Huck 202 Tool
In addition to providing for faster , safer , and more accurate joining , there are several unique design elements of HuckBolts that ensure their ultimate resistance to the effects of vibration .
Fasteners have a hire fleet for both short and long-term hire .
IN-HOUSE TOOL SERVICE / REPAIRS
We can help with that too ! Every production environment , workshop and tool benefits from a regular maintenance program . Our inhouse service and repair workshop ensures : -
• fasteners are being installed properly .
• Satisfy your health and safety obligations .
• Keep production moving and makes sure that the tools are operating correctly .
STAR FASTENERS TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Star Fasteners have been a Huck fastener distributor for over thirty years and are the UK ’ s largest stockists - we have a wealth of knowledge and experience gained from working in a wide variety of markets . If required , we can work closely with our customers to understand their applications and can help to introduce new products that might not have initially considered .
Huck RangeForce Battery Tool
For further information … Tel : 0115 9324 939 Email : sales @ starfasteners . co . uk
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