Profile Clinching Rivet

A profile clinching rivet is a blind rivet that creates a permanent joint by clinching the materials together. It is often used for joining dissimilar materials or where a flush finish is required.

A profile clinching rivet draws the sheets together and forms a low profile head as it sets. It suits visible joints on panels and casings where a flush finish is wanted. It takes a rivet gun with a nose piece to match the rivet body.

Profile clinching rivets are often made in steel or stainless steel. Steel provides high strength, while stainless steel offers corrosion resistance. The material choice depends on the load and environment.

This is a general guide to checking this kind of part. It says nothing about any supplier's parts.

Ask for a certificate of conformance to confirm the rivets meet the ordered specification. On receipt, check the rivet for damage and verify the dimensions and material against the order.