There are various ways of rivet riveting, mainly depend on the type of rivet, application scenarios, and the available tools. Here are some common rivet riveting methods:
First, manual riveting
For small or specific types of rivets, such as core rivets, butt rivets, etc., manual riveting can be used.
1. Core rivets:
– Prepare tools: hammer, core rivets.
– Operation steps: Place the core rivet in the position where it needs to be riveted, use a hammer and other objects to hit the core on one side, so that the rivet is deformed and firmly riveted between two or more connected pieces.
2. Insert rivets:
– Prepare tools: hammer, rivets.
– Operation steps: Drive the thinner section of the cap rod body into the center hole of the thicker section of the cap rod body, and achieve riveting through interference fit. This kind of rivet does not need special tools, just hit with a hammer.
Second, the riveter riveted
For occasions that require efficient and large-scale installation, such as industrial production lines, riveting guns are often used for riveting. Riveter is divided into a variety of types such as manual, electric and pneumatic.
1. Prepare tools: riveting gun and rivets.
2. Operation steps:
– Place the rivet into the mouth of the rivet gun.
Aim the riveter need riveting parts.
– Pull the trigger and the rivet gun will automatically complete the riveting action. In the process of riveting, the casing will be squeezed outward to deform and bulge, pressing tightly against the connected material; Or pull the end of the nail rod and pull the head of the nail rod into the casing. The expansion of the casing will form a tight fitting surface against the material to be joined.
Third, other special riveting
In addition to the above two common riveting methods, there are some specially designed rivets and riveting methods.
– Self-locking rivets: Some specially designed rivets have a self-locking function, which can be automatically locked by simply inserting it into the hole and tapping it gently during installation.
– Interference riveting: For example, the nameplate on the three-ring lock is riveted by using the interference amount of the rivet and the lock body hole.
Fourth, precautions
1. Select the right rivets: Select the right rivets according to the material, thickness and required strength of the connected object.
2. Clean the surface: ensure that the connection surface is clean, smooth, and free of oil or other stains to improve the riveting quality.
3. The accurate punch: if you need to punch on fittings, shall ensure that hole a precise alignment.
4. Moderate strength: During the installation process, the strength of knocking or pulling should be controlled to avoid excessive force damaging the material or rivets.
5. Check the connection: After the installation is complete, check whether the connection is firm and reliable.
In short, rivets can be riveted in a variety of ways, and the specific choice depends on the type of rivets, application scenarios, and available tools. Attention should be paid to details and skills during installation to ensure the quality of riveting.
