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Fasteners: Fastriv® Self-Piercing Rivets

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Head Styles	Material	Sizes¹⁾	Product Series	Data Sheets
150^o Countersunk	Stainless	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FBC	Metric
150^o Countersunk	Stainless	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FBS	Metric
150^o Countersunk	Steel	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FSC	Metric
150^o Countersunk	Steel	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FSS	Metric
Dome	Stainless	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FBD	Metric
Dome	Stainless	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FBE	Metric
Dome	Steel	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FSD	Metric
Dome	Steel	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FSE	Metric
Tinman	Stainless	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FBT	Metric
Tinman	Stainless	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FBU	Metric
Tinman	Steel	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FST	Metric
Tinman	Steel	3.2mm, 3.9mm, 4.8mm	FSU	Metric

1) Optimal performance is dependent on material thickness and hardness. Testing is required to determine proper rivet selection and die configurations for specific applications. Please contact an Avdel® application engineer for assistance. Customized fasteners can be produced on special request

Description

The Fastriv® self-piercing rivet system is engineered to pierce and fasten in one operation, simplifying assembly and reducing costs while providing a strong, reliable joint. The geometry of Fastriv® self-piercing rivets is designed to provide optimal performance. The Fastriv® self-piercing rivet system joins sheet metals, plastics and other components and can be used to join dissimilar materials or pre-coated sheets. These benefits make it an efficient fastening solution over other methods such as spot welding, bolting, adhesive bonding, clinching or blind riveting. For example, unlike welding, Fastriv® self-piercing rivets do not create a heat zone in the materials during installation, so changes and damage to the application materials are minimized. Additionally, because piercing and joining take place at one time, pre-drilled holes, hole preparation and hole alignment are eliminated resulting in higher productivity and more cost-effective assembly.

During installation, the pierce rivets are fed automatically and pressed into the components. Installation systems are adapted to specific production processes - from hand-operated systems to automated assembly lines. The surrounding work area is clean and operator friendly. The installation process is quiet and does not create heat or sparks. Riveting modules and dies are configured to the respective application and can be combined with other Avdel® installation systems. Due to their short cycle times, these systems provide a very efficient working process, reducing assembly times to a minimum. They are especially cost-effective for medium- and large-volume production .

Features

Excellent fastening system for joining dissimilar materials, pre-coated sheets or layered materials
Pierce and fasten in one operation, eliminating need for insertion holes and alignment
Eases automation requirements
No heat affected zone created in the assembly process
Provides consistent, high joint strength, comparable to spot welds and other mechanical fastening methods
Clean assembly process - no fumes, sparks or swarf generated in joining process
Self-sealing: rivet radially expands into material, without breaking through substrate
Process load monitoring can be incorporated into installation tooling system to track and notify operator of variances in joint

Assembly Material

Dissimilar materials
Pre-coated sheets
Layered materials

Typical Applications

Automotive space frames
Automotive subassemblies
Car seats
Instrument panels
Air cargo equipment
Domestic appliances
Construction components
Ladders

Installation Tools

During installation, Fastriv® self-piercing rivets are fed automatically and pressed into the components. The installation tools or workstations are adapted to the respective production processes. Riveting modules and dies are configured to the respective application.

A wide variety of tooling - from hand-operated systems to automated assembly lines - is available to place Fastriv® fasteners. Each can be customised to meet the specific requirements of your assembly line and decrease your installed costs.

Please contact the Avdel® facility in Canada for assistance in selecting the optimal tool for your assembly.

Interactive Demo

• FSC - Countersunk head - Steel
• FSD - Dome head - Steel
• FST - Tinman head - Steel