Value Collection 34172 Open End Blind Rivet Size 43 100 Pack

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 34172 is a Size 43 open end blind rivet with a dome head, aluminum body, and aluminum mandrel. It is designed for one-side fastening applications where access to the back of the work surface is limited or not possible. The body diameter is 0.125 inches, with a grip range of 0.126 to 0.187 inches and an accepted hole diameter of 0.129 to 0.133 inches. Tensile strength is rated at 150 pounds and shear strength at 120 pounds. The 5052 aluminum material grade and bright finish make this rivet suitable for a variety of light-duty structural and assembly applications. It meets IFI 114 Grade 11 standards and is sold in a quantity of 100 per package.

This rivet is used in residential and light commercial construction, HVAC ductwork fabrication, sheet metal assembly, electrical enclosure work, and general mechanical fastening. The open end design allows the mandrel to pull through cleanly during installation, expanding the body to clamp the work materials together. Electricians, HVAC technicians, sheet metal workers, and general tradespeople commonly use this size for thin-material panel and bracket assembly. The dome head provides a low-profile, finished appearance on the accessible face of the joint.

Key Features

• Open end blind rivet design allows installation from one side of the workpiece
• 5052 aluminum body and aluminum mandrel for lightweight, corrosion-resistant fastening
• Grip range of 0.126 to 0.187 inches suits a range of material stack thicknesses
• Tensile strength of 150 pounds and shear strength of 120 pounds
• Dome head profile with 0.25-inch head diameter and 0.040-inch head height
• Meets IFI 114 Grade 11 fastener standard
• Bright finish; compatible with wire drill size 30

Compatibility

Designed as a standard Size 43 open end blind rivet for use in applications requiring a 0.129 to 0.133 inch hole diameter; compatible with standard blind rivet installation tools that accept this body size.

Installation Notes

Install using a hand-operated or pneumatic blind rivet tool rated for the appropriate mandrel diameter. Drill the mating hole to the specified diameter range of 0.129 to 0.133 inches using a wire gauge 30 drill bit before setting the rivet. Ensure both work surfaces are clamped or aligned before driving the mandrel to avoid joint misalignment. Wear appropriate eye protection, as the spent mandrel stem is ejected during setting.