A Rivet Nut is used in when materials are very thin and the backside of the material isn't easily accessible, and disassembly and reassembly is regularly required.
What are the advantages of using a Rivet Nut?
- Rivet nuts can be used in multiple sheets of material
- Rivet nuts come in multiple types and materials
- Rivet nuts are compatible with a wide range of materials
- Rivet nuts work where tapping the hole is not a option
- Rivet nuts eliminate the need to hold the nut while tightening
- Rivet nuts wore where one side of material is inaccessible
- Rivet nuts will not damage the finish of the parent material
- Rivet nuts can be installed on materials as thin as .010"
What are Rivet Nuts made of?
The most common materials Rivet Nuts are made of are Steel, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Plastic or Nylon.
What are the most common styles of Rivet Nuts?
- Ribbed-Low-Profile Head
- Ribbed-Large Flange Head
- Semi-Hex-Body
- Flat Head
- Countersunk
- Plus Nut
- Well Nut