Value Collection C31696 Peel Blind Rivet 25 Pack

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C31696 is a peel blind rivet designed for fastening applications where access is limited to one side of the workpiece. The aluminum body deforms into multiple petals upon installation, distributing the clamping load over a wider area than a standard blind rivet. The steel mandrel provides the driving force during setting and snaps off at the break point once the rivet is fully set. This rivet is suited for joining thin or soft materials where pull-through resistance is critical. Sold in a 25-piece package, it is a practical choice for shop inventory, field repair kits, and production assembly.

Peel blind rivets are commonly used in applications involving thin-gauge sheet metal, plastic panels, fiberglass, and other substrates where a larger footprint on the blind side is needed to prevent pull-through. Typical install scenarios include HVAC ductwork fabrication, electrical enclosure assembly, trailer and body panel work, and general light-gauge structural fastening. The one-sided installation requirement makes this style well suited for assemblies that cannot be accessed from the back.

Key Features

• Aluminum body peels into multiple petals on the blind side for increased load distribution
• Steel mandrel delivers consistent setting force and clean break-off
• One-sided installation requires no rear access to the workpiece
• Aluminum body resists corrosion in light-duty environments
• Package quantity of 25 supports both spot use and small-batch production needs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and general-use fastener compatible with standard blind rivet installation tools sized to match this rivet body diameter and grip range.

Installation Notes

Peel blind rivets are set using a standard manual, pneumatic, or battery-powered blind rivet tool matched to the rivet body diameter. Ensure the drill hole diameter matches the rivet specification before installation. Do not overdrive or under-set the rivet, as either condition reduces joint integrity. Discard the spent mandrel stem after setting and inspect the installed rivet head for full seating against the workpiece surface.