Au-ve-co Products 12766 Nylon Panel Rivet 3/8 in

Product Description

The AU-VE-CO PRODUCTS 12766 is a nylon panel rivet designed for securing panels, trim, and lightweight components in HVAC, automotive, and general trade applications. It features a maximum hole diameter of 0.375 inches and a head diameter of 0.8125 inches, providing a broad bearing surface that resists pull-through on thin sheet materials. Molded from black nylon, this rivet offers corrosion resistance and electrical non-conductivity, making it a practical choice where metal fasteners would cause galvanic issues or grounding concerns. Technicians and installers use this type of fastener when a clean, flush-mount appearance is required with minimal tooling.

This panel rivet is suited for residential and light commercial installations where panels, access doors, ductwork trim, or enclosure covers need to be retained without threaded hardware. The nylon construction is appropriate for indoor applications involving sheet metal, plastic, or fiberglass panels. It is commonly used by HVAC technicians, electricians, and general trade installers who need a quick, tool-friendly fastener for panel retention tasks.

Key Features

• Maximum hole diameter of 0.375 inches for standard panel openings
• Head diameter of 0.8125 inches provides wide load distribution
• Nylon construction resists corrosion and is electrically non-conductive
• Black color blends with dark panel surfaces and enclosures
• Lightweight at 0.01 pounds, minimizing added load on panels

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement panel rivet for use in standard 0.375-inch panel holes across HVAC enclosures, electrical panels, and similar light-duty panel assemblies.

Installation Notes

Panel rivets of this type are typically installed by hand or with a flat-blade tool and require no special power tools. Before installation, confirm the panel hole diameter does not exceed the maximum 0.375 inches to ensure proper retention. Always power down or de-energize any enclosure before accessing internal components during fastener replacement. Follow applicable NEC or equipment manufacturer guidelines when working inside electrical or HVAC enclosures.