Rivetking. ABS43CE/P500 Blind Rivet Size 43 Pkg 500

Product Description

The RIVETKING. ABS43CE/P500 is a closed end sealing blind rivet designed to create a water- and air-tight fastened joint from one side of the workpiece. The aluminum body pairs with a phosphate-finished steel mandrel for corrosion resistance and reliable break performance. At 0.125 inches in body diameter with a dome head measuring 0.25 inches across, this Size 43 rivet is suited for thin-material applications where sealing is critical. Tensile strength is rated at 280 pounds and shear strength at 240 pounds. This package contains 500 rivets. Licensed HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal, and general trade contractors install this fastener where a sealed, moisture-resistant joint is required.

The ABS43CE/P500 is used in residential and light commercial applications involving sheet metal fabrication, ductwork, enclosures, and assemblies where the back side of the material is inaccessible. The closed end design prevents fluid or air migration through the rivet body after installation, making it appropriate for HVAC panels, plumbing access covers, and sealed metal enclosures. Grip range spans 0.126 to 0.187 inches, accommodating a range of material stack thicknesses common in light-gauge metal work.

Key Features

• Closed end design seals the rivet body to block fluid and air passage
• Aluminum body with phosphate-finished steel mandrel for corrosion resistance
• Dome head profile at 0.25 inches diameter and 0.040 inches height
• Tensile strength 280 pounds, shear strength 240 pounds
• Grip range 0.126 to 0.187 inches for variable material stack thickness
• Meets IFI 126 Grade 19 fastener standard
• Package of 500 rivets, rivet material grade 5056 aluminum

Compatibility

Designed as a standard Size 43 closed end blind rivet for use in light-gauge aluminum and steel assemblies where a Number 30 drill size hole is used and a sealing rivet is specified per IFI 126 Grade 19.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a standard blind rivet tool sized for 0.125-inch body diameter rivets. Drill or punch the workpiece to the specified hole diameter of 0.129 to 0.133 inches using a Number 30 drill bit before setting the rivet. Ensure the material stack falls within the 0.126 to 0.187 inch grip range for a proper mandrel break and full head seating. Discard spent mandrels and inspect the installed rivet head for flush seating before returning the assembly to service.