|
Feature |
Semi-Tubular Rivets |
Solid Rivets |
Blind (Pop) Rivets |
Bolts & Nuts |
| Installation Access | One-sided (backside accessible) | Two-sided (requires bucking bar) | One-sided (blind side not accessible) | Two-sided (requires wrench access) |
| Installation Force | Moderate (due to hollow end) | High (full deformation required) | Moderate (mandrel pull required) | Low to moderate (torque dependent) |
| Joint Strength | Good shear & tensile (80%–90% of solid) | Very high | Moderate (mandrel weakness) | Very high (threaded engagement) |
| Cost per Fastener | Low to medium | Medium to high | Medium | High (including washers, nuts) |
| Weight | Lightweight (hollow portion reduces mass) | Heavy (solid material) | Medium | Heavy (nut and bolt assembly) |
| Reusability | Generally non-reusable | Non-reusable | Non-reusable (mandrel breaks) | Reusable |
| Appearance (Post-Install) | Smooth, low-profile possible, flush options | Visible domed heads | Mandrel protrusion (can be trimmed) | Nuts & rotated hardware visible |
| Vibration Resistance | Good (interference fit) | Excellent | Good (depending on application) | Excellent (when properly torqued) |
| Blind-Side Flushing | No (backsides) | No | Yes (bulb on blind side) | No |
