The multi-grip Avex® rivet is a flagship product in the Avdel® rivet portfolio due to its high levels of quality and reliability achieved through decades of manufacturing expertise.

The Avex® aluminum rivet is a multi-grip, breakstem fastener with a retained stem. It features good hole fill and a large blind-side bearing area, making the Avex® ideal for use in thin sheet materials.

This aluminum rivet has a long and reliable track record in a wide range of applications and industries. Assembly applications include automotive, commercial vehicles, domestic appliances, electronics, electrical equipment, general light industrial, and heating and ventilating.

Avex® can be used to fasten metal to metal, plastic to plastic, metal to plastic, and metal rear sheet.

Overview:

• Non-structural breakstem rivet
• Retained stem
• Blind hole, one-sided installation capability
• Multi-grip capability
• Good hole fill
• Provides a large blind side bearing area against the rear sheet
• One fastener can be used to replace several standard grip fasteners
• Accommodates wide variations in material thickness
• Spreads the tail bearing load/clamp on the rear sheet
• Ideal for use in thin sheet materials
• Compensates for irregular, oversized, slotted, or misaligned holes
• Can stop sheet movement in non-standard holes
• Provides strong, vibration-resistant joints
• No damage, electrical problems, or rattling due to loose stems

Specifications:

Sizes: ø3.2mm & ø4.8mm 
Materials: Aluminum alloy with steel stems
Headform: Low profile domed head

Finish: 

Body: Aluminium alloy - plain finish

Stem: Low carbon steel - zinc coated

See attached drawing for dimensions