Blind rivet Rapid Tools 5000389, aluminium/steel, 4.8 x 14 mm, pack 50

Rapid Tools 5000389 is a blind (pop) rivet with an aluminium body and a steel mandrel, designed for permanent fastening where access is available from one side only. With a 4.8 mm diameter and 14 mm length, these rivets are supplied in a pack of 50 and include a drill of the correct size in the packaging. They are suitable for securing exposed or covered materials such as mudguards, metal and plastic coverings, signage and metal sheeting.

Advantages

These aluminium-head, steel-pin blind rivets offer corrosion-resistant clamping from the aluminium body combined with the strength of a steel mandrel. The included drill simplifies installation preparation, and the blister pack of 50 pieces keeps components organized for multiple small to medium jobs. Their single-side access installation makes them practical for repairs and assembly in confined spaces.

Suitable for

• Fixing mudguards and vehicle trim
• Attaching metal or plastic coverings and panels
• Mounting signage and light metal sheeting
• Permanent fastening of thin metal sheets and profiles

When it may not be suitable

These blind rivets are intended for thin materials and light to moderate load applications. They are not suitable where very high shear or tensile loads are expected, or for fastening very thick materials beyond the effective grip range. For applications requiring full corrosion resistance on both rivet body and mandrel, consider fasteners made entirely from stainless steel.

Key specifications

• Material: aluminium head / steel mandrel
• Rivet diameter: 4.8 mm
• Rivet length: 14 mm
• Pack quantity: 50 pieces
• Includes drill suitable for installation

How to use

Drill a hole of the correct diameter through the joined materials using the included drill. Insert the blind rivet through the hole, position the rivet so the aluminium head sits flush on the outer surface, and use a compatible blind rivet gun to pull the mandrel until the rivet body deforms and clamps the materials together. Break off the mandrel when the rivet is set and discard the spent mandrel.

What to consider before purchase

• Material compatibility with the surfaces to be joined (aluminium body, steel mandrel)
• Combined thickness of materials to ensure within the rivet's effective grip range
• Intended load type (shear/tensile) and whether a stronger or fully stainless fastener is required
• Availability of a compatible blind rivet gun

Usage recommendations

For best results, use a rivet gun matched to blind rivets of 4.8 mm diameter and verify hole cleanliness and correct drill size before insertion. When fastening dissimilar metals, consider sealing or using compatible materials to reduce risk of galvanic corrosion.