Value Collection C88115 Open End Blind Rivet Size 86 50 Pack

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION C88115 is an open end blind rivet designed for fastening applications where access is limited to one side of the workpiece. Featuring a dome head profile and a 5052-grade aluminum body with an aluminum mandrel, this rivet is suited for lightweight assemblies in sheet metal, HVAC ductwork, enclosures, and general fabrication work. The body diameter measures 0.25 inches and the head diameter measures 0.5 inches. The length under the head is 0.625 inches. With a tensile strength of 560 pounds and a shear strength of 460 pounds, it delivers reliable holding power for its size class. This package contains 50 rivets.

This rivet fits residential and light commercial applications including HVAC panel fabrication, duct assemblies, electrical enclosures, and sheet metal work. The Size 86 designation matches standard tooling for this diameter class. A grip range of 0.251 to 0.375 inches accommodates a range of material stack thicknesses commonly encountered in trade installations. The bright finish is appropriate for interior or protected-exterior use. Installation requires a standard blind rivet pull tool matched to the 0.25-inch body diameter.

Key Features

• Open end design allows the mandrel to pass through fully, suitable for standard blind rivet tools
• Dome head profile provides a low-profile, finished appearance on the fastened surface
• 5052-grade aluminum body and aluminum mandrel for corrosion resistance in light-duty applications
• Tensile strength of 560 pounds and shear strength of 460 pounds per IFI 114 Grade 11 standard
• Grip range of 0.251 to 0.375 inches suits varied material stack thicknesses
• Bright finish; drill size F recommended for proper hole preparation

Compatibility

Designed as a standard open end blind rivet for use with any pull-type rivet tool accepting a 0.25-inch body diameter. Hole diameter range of 0.257 to 0.261 inches applies; use drill size F for correct hole preparation.

Installation Notes

Licensed sheet metal workers, HVAC technicians, and general fabricators typically install blind rivets. Ensure the workpiece is de-energized and depressurized before fastening into panels on live equipment. Use a rivet pull tool rated for the 0.25-inch body diameter and verify hole diameter falls within the 0.257 to 0.261 inch range before setting. Do not reuse a rivet once the mandrel has been pulled and fractured.