Aluminium Tri-Fold Blind Rivets
Technical specification
| Item: | Aluminum Tri-fold Blind Rivets Lantern Blind Rivets Bulb Blind Rivet Exploding Blind Rivets |
| Rivet Body Material: | Aluminum |
| Rivet Mandrel Material: | Aluminum |
| Finishing: | Polish ,Silver |
| Rivet Body Diameter: | 1/8",5/32",3/16",1/4",3.2mm,4mm,4.8mm,6.4mm |
| Customized: | Customized Size Available |
| Standard: | 8031 under IATF16949 |
| Types: | Blind Rivet Types |
Features of Aluminium Tri-fold Blind Rivets
Application
Automotive Interiors – For interior panels, trim, brackets and lightweight components.
Air Conditioning Units – For sheet metal panels, covers, ducts and internal components.
Lightweight Assemblies – Suitable for aluminum sheets and thin metal materials.
Industrial Equipment – For general sheet metal fastening and assembly.
Size Selection
Aluminium Tri-fold Blind Rivets are available in four standard diameters and a range of lengths to meet different fastening requirements. Select the appropriate rivet size based on the required hole diameter and the total thickness of the materials being joined.
| Diameter | Available Lengths | Available Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| 3.2 mm (1/8") | 14, 16, 20 mm | 3.2 × 14, 3.2 × 16, 3.2 × 20 mm |
| 4.0 mm (5/32") | 14, 16, 18, 20, 25 mm | 4.0 × 14, 4.0 × 16, 4.0 × 18, 4.0 × 20, 4.0 × 25 mm |
| 4.8 mm (3/16") | 14, 16, 18, 20, 25, 30, 40 mm | 4.8 × 14, 4.8 × 16, 4.8 × 18, 4.8 × 20, 4.8 × 25, 4.8 × 30, 4.8 × 40 mm |
| 6.4 mm (1/4") | 16, 20, 23, 25, 30 mm | 6.4 × 16, 6.4 × 20, 6.4 × 25, 6.4 × 30, 6.4 × 35 mm |
1. Select the rivet diameter based on the required hole diameter and joint requirements.
2. Select the rivet length according to the total thickness of the materials being joined.
3. Check the specified grip range to ensure the rivet is suitable for the actual material thickness
Packing and Transportation
| Transport : | By sea or By air，By truck,By Express |
| Payment Terms: | L/C, T/T, Western Union,Paypel |
| Port: | Shanghai , Ningbo,China |
| Lead Time : | 15~20 Working Day for A 20' Container |
| Package : | 1. Bulk packing: 20-25kgs per carton 2. Small color box,drawer box with color print , window box, polybag, blister, packing or as clients’requirement. 3. Assortment set in polybag or plastic box. |
Installation of Tri-fold blind rivets
1. Drill the Hole
Drill a suitable hole through the materials to be joined.(Plastic or soft material)
2. Insert the Tri-fold Blind Rivet
Insert the bulb blind rivet into the hole from the accessible side.
3. Set the Rivet
Use a suitable blind rivet tool to pull the mandrel and expand the rivet body behind the material.
4. Complete the Fastening
The lantern rivet forms a bulb-shaped expansion on the blind side, securing the materials together.
For Installation Guide,You can learn more.
Our Service
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Aipllemetal is professional trifold blind rivets.
Custom Specifications – Bulb Rivet sizes, materials ,grip range and finishes can be customized to meet different applications.We provide different types of rivets.
Fast Response – Quick quotation and professional technical support.
Quality Control – Each production batch is checked for size, appearance and performance.
Flexible Orders – Support both standard products and custom orders.
Reliable Delivery – Stable production and on-time delivery.
After-Sales Support – We provide product support and solutions for any quality or application issues.
FAQ of Tri-fold blind Rivets
3.2x14 Tri-fold Blind Rivets/Aluminium Lantern Rivets
| Size | 1/8”Bulb Blind Rivets|1/8”Trifold Blind Rivets |
| Color | Silver |
| Rivet Body Diameter(d1) | 3.2mm |
| Rivet Body Length(L) | 14mm |
| Rivet Mandrel Length(dL) | Min30mm |
| Rivet Head Diameter(d2) | 6mm |
| Rivet Grip Granger | 1~3mm |
| Rivets Head Shape | Dome Head |
| Rivets Body Material | Aluminium Alloy |
| Rivets Mandrel Material | Aluminium Alloy |
| Packing | 100/ 500/1000pcs /Box |
FEATURES &APPLICATION
TRIFOLD BLIND RIVETS FAQ
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1: What are bulb blind rivets used for?
Bulb blind rivets are used for fastening thin sheet metal, ｓsoft material ，aluminum panels and lightweight assemblies. -
２：How do bulb blind rivets work?