Rivetking. ABS42CE/P500 Blind Rivet Size 42 500 Pack

Product Description

The RIVETKING. ABS42CE/P500 is a closed end sealing blind rivet designed for applications that require a liquid- and air-tight seal after installation. Built with a size 42 aluminum body and a phosphate-finished steel mandrel, this dome head rivet maintains structural integrity while preventing passage of fluids or gases through the fastened joint. It accepts a grip range of 0.063 to 0.125 inches and fits holes drilled between 0.129 and 0.133 inches in diameter. With a tensile strength of 280 pounds and shear strength of 240 pounds, it delivers reliable holding power in sheet metal, HVAC ductwork, enclosures, and similar light-to-medium gauge assemblies. This package contains 500 rivets.

This rivet is suited for residential and commercial applications where blind-side access is limited and a sealed fastener joint is required. Common install scenarios include HVAC duct fabrication and repair, electrical enclosure assembly, plumbing fixture mounting panels, and general sheet metal work. The closed end design makes it appropriate wherever moisture, dust, or air infiltration through the rivet body must be prevented. Licensed tradespeople in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical fields regularly specify sealing blind rivets for code-compliant, weathertight assemblies.

Key Features

• Closed end design seals the rivet body against fluid and air infiltration
• Aluminum body with phosphate-finished steel mandrel for corrosion resistance and setting reliability
• Dome head profile provides a low-profile, finished appearance on the visible face
• Grip range of 0.063 to 0.125 inches accommodates common light-gauge material stacks
• Tensile strength of 280 pounds and shear strength of 240 pounds for secure fastening
• Meets IFI 126 Grade 19 fastener standard; body material grade 5056 aluminum
• 500-piece package quantity suits production runs and job-site inventory

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard blind rivet tools accepting a No. 30 wire gauge drill size pilot hole (0.129 to 0.133 inch hole diameter). Suitable as a direct replacement or equivalent for size 42 closed end sealing blind rivets conforming to IFI 126 Grade 19.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a standard blind rivet pulling tool sized for 1/8-inch body diameter rivets. Drill the pilot hole to the specified 0.129 to 0.133 inch range using a No. 30 drill bit before setting the rivet. Ensure material surfaces are properly aligned and clamped before pulling; the closed end mandrel stem will break off flush upon full set. Follow applicable codes and manufacturer guidelines for fastener spacing and edge distance in structural or code-regulated assemblies.