Rivetking ABA44/P500 Open End Blind Rivet Size 44 500 Pack

Product Description

The RIVETKING ABA44/P500 is an open end blind rivet with a dome head profile, an aluminum body, and an aluminum mandrel, sold in a package of 500. Size 44 designates a 1/8-inch body diameter and a 1/4-inch head diameter. The rivet handles a grip range of 0.188 to 0.250 inches, making it suited for fastening thin-to-medium material stacks where back-side access is not available. Tensile strength is rated at 150 pounds and shear strength at 120 pounds per IFI 114 Grade 11. The bright finish aluminum construction resists corrosion in light-duty environments. HVAC fabricators, sheet metal workers, electricians, and general maintenance trades install these in day-to-day panel and bracket assembly work.

These rivets are used in residential and light commercial applications where aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-light-gauge-steel fastening is required. Common install scenarios include HVAC duct work, electrical enclosures, equipment panels, and structural brackets where a flush or low-profile dome head is acceptable. The 0.129 to 0.133 inch hole diameter requirement is met with a No. 30 drill bit. The 500-count pack is sized for shop stock or repeat service calls. Rivet material grade is 5052 aluminum, which offers good corrosion resistance and moderate strength for non-structural fastening tasks.

Key Features

• Open end blind rivet design allows installation from one side only - no back-side access required
• Size 44 with 1/8-inch body diameter and 0.250-inch head diameter dome head profile
• Grip range of 0.188 to 0.250 inches accommodates varying material stack thicknesses
• 150-pound tensile strength and 120-pound shear strength per IFI 114 Grade 11
• 5052 aluminum body and mandrel with bright finish for corrosion resistance in light-duty service
• 500-count package quantity reduces reorder frequency for high-volume shops

Compatibility

Designed for use in applications requiring a No. 30 drill bit hole (0.129 to 0.133 inches) and conforming to IFI 114 Grade 11 fastener standards for open end aluminum blind rivets.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a standard manual or pneumatic rivet tool sized for 1/8-inch body diameter rivets. Drill the mating hole to 0.129 to 0.133 inches using a No. 30 bit before insertion. Ensure material stack thickness falls within the 0.188 to 0.250 inch grip range to achieve proper mandrel break and full rivet expansion. Inspect the set rivet head and tail for complete seating before applying load.