Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup: To install, drill a hole through the materials to be joined, ensuring the hole diameter is appropriate for the 4.8mm rivet. Insert the rivet through the aligned holes. Place the rivet stem into the jaws of a compatible rivet gun. Squeeze the trigger of the rivet gun to pull the stem, which deforms the rivet body, creating a secure joint. Release the trigger and remove the spent mandrel.
Compatibility: These rivets are compatible with standard manual and pneumatic rivet guns designed for 4.8mm rivets. They are suitable for joining materials such as aluminium, steel, plastic, and wood. Ensure the combined thickness of the materials to be joined is within the capacity of the rivet (typically up to the maximum grip length of the rivet, which is not explicitly stated but implied by the 16mm length).
Care: Store rivets in a dry place to prevent corrosion. While aluminium/steel offers good durability, prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals or highly corrosive environments may affect their integrity over time. Clean tools regularly for optimal performance.