Au-ve-co Products 16260 Nylon Panel Rivet

Product Description

The AU-VE-CO PRODUCTS 16260 is a nylon panel rivet designed for securing panels, trim, and interior components in HVAC, refrigeration, and light equipment applications. Constructed from nylon, this rivet offers corrosion resistance and a lightweight hold suitable for non-structural panel fastening. At approximately 0.01 pounds per unit, it is a compact, single-piece fastener that installs quickly without specialized tooling. HVAC technicians, appliance service pros, and equipment maintenance personnel commonly use panel rivets like this when reassembling unit housings, access panels, and decorative trim after service work.

The 16260 panel rivet is suited for residential and light commercial applications where a fast, tool-minimal fastener is needed to retain plastic or sheet-metal panels. It is typically used during equipment reassembly after coil cleaning, filter service, or component replacement on packaged units, air handlers, and similar enclosures. Its nylon construction makes it appropriate for environments where metal fasteners could cause corrosion or panel damage.

Key Features

• Nylon construction provides corrosion resistance and panel-safe installation
• Lightweight design at approximately 0.01 pounds per unit
• No metal-on-metal contact reduces risk of panel scratching or galvanic corrosion
• Quick push-in installation requires minimal tooling
• Suitable for securing HVAC unit housings, access panels, and trim components

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose OEM-style nylon panel rivet for use in HVAC equipment housings, appliance enclosures, and light equipment panel assemblies.

Installation Notes

Panel rivets of this type are typically installed by HVAC technicians or appliance service professionals during equipment reassembly. Power down and de-energize the unit before removing or replacing any panel fasteners. Align the panel properly before pressing the rivet into its mounting hole to avoid cross-threading or panel deformation. Follow the equipment manufacturer's reassembly guidelines for proper fastener placement and panel alignment.