Blind rivet Rapid Tools Standard Ø4.8 x 16 mm, aluminium body with steel mandrel, pack 100

Blind rivet Rapid Tools Standard Ø4.8 x 16 mm is a fastener for permanent single-sided mechanical joints. It has an aluminium body and a steel mandrel, offering corrosion-resistant contact surfaces and firm clamping in sheet and panel assemblies. The rivet is supplied in a pack of 100 and is intended for installation with blind rivet pliers.

Advantages

The aluminium body combined with a steel mandrel produces a durable connection that resists corrosion while providing high clamping force. Its Ø4.8 mm tail diameter and 16 mm length make it suitable for joining thin metal sheets and panels. Supplied in a practical 100-piece pack for multiple repair or assembly tasks.

Suitable for

• Metal sheet work and panel assembly
• Automotive repair and decorative trim fastening
• Single-sided installations where access is limited
• General workshop and maintenance fastening tasks

When it may not be suitable

This blind rivet is designed for material thicknesses in the 9–12 mm clamping range; it is not suitable when a different grip range or a larger/smaller tail diameter is required. For non-metal or load-bearing structural applications that demand calculated structural fasteners, use fasteners specified for those requirements.

Key specifications

• Tail diameter: 4.8 mm
• Length: 16 mm
• Recommended clamping (grip) range: 9–12 mm
• Body material: aluminium
• Mandrel material: steel
• Quantity per pack: 100 pieces

How to use

Drill a hole matching the rivet tail diameter, insert the rivet into the assembled parts, and place the mandrel into the jaws of compatible blind rivet pliers. Squeeze the pliers to pull the mandrel and form the blind-side bulge until the mandrel breaks off. Remove the spent mandrel remnants and inspect the joint for tightness.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure the rivet grip range (9–12 mm) matches the combined material thickness to be joined.
• Confirm a 4.8 mm hole and compatible blind rivet pliers are available.
• Choose aluminium body with steel mandrel only where material compatibility and galvanic corrosion risks are acceptable.

Usage recommendations

Use correctly sized blind rivet pliers and pre-drilled holes to achieve secure, flush joints; check for galvanic compatibility between aluminium rivet bodies and the materials being joined to minimise corrosion over time.