It is extremely important for all connecting parts of aviation equipment to be structurally stable and safe.The solid rivets have integral solid forgings, allowing them to resist strong vibration and alternating stresses caused by strong airflow.
Solid Rivets
Solid Rivets
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Solid Rivets Factory: Sinsun – Your Global Partner for Maximum Strength Permanent Fastening
Solid rivets factory Sinsun supplies round head, countersunk, and flat head styles in aluminum, steel, copper, and brass. MS/AN standard. Aerospace grade. Request a quote.
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Top solid rivets factory and trusted global supplier. Sinsun manufactures high-strength solid blind rivets, structural solid rivets for aerospace, automotive & heavy industrial assembly. Bulk wholesale & custom OEM service for worldwide business partners.
Solid rivets are fully welded, one-piece structural fasteners with an integral head and unbroken cylindrical shank. This product has the same search volume as multiple global trade aliases, for example: hollow blind rivets, hollow shank rivets, full solid rivets and structural solid rivets. These rivets solve critical pain points in the industry such as structural loosening, fatigue failure and load collapse which often occur with hollow rivets under long term stress and vibration.
As a manufacturer of precision rivets, we provide high-quality, durable and structurally stable products that outperform generic products. Most standard solid rivets from common factories have minor surface burrs, uneven shank roundness and unstable metal density. These minor imperfections result in stress concentration and early fatigue failure under high load conditions. All solid blind rivets are made from one piece hot forged and precision CNC finishing. As an aerospace, automotive, and heavy engineering company, we maintain strict quality control.
As a manufacturer of precision rivets, we provide high-quality, durable and structurally stable products that outperform generic products. Most standard solid rivets from common factories have minor surface burrs, uneven shank roundness and unstable metal density. These minor imperfections result in stress concentration and early fatigue failure under high load conditions. All solid blind rivets are made from one piece hot forged and precision CNC finishing. As an aerospace, automotive, and heavy engineering company, we maintain strict quality control.
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Dome Head Solid Rivets
Round head solid rivets represent the most versatile and widely specified type across global markets. They feature a smooth domed head with a large bearing surface to distribute installation pressure evenly. The classic profile delivers stable clamping force without sharp edges or surface protrusions. These rivets fit general structural assembly, hardware fixing and daily industrial fastening tasks. They maintain consistent mechanical performance for long-term static and low-vibration working environments.
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Flat Head Solid Rivets
When a full countersink is unnecessary but you still want a low profile, flat head rivets get the job done. You will find them in gutter and downspout systems – the flat head sits nearly flush against the metal without the labor cost of countersinking. They also appear in metal toolboxes, electrical enclosures, and boiler shells. The flat head provides a clean finish while still delivering the full structural strength of a solid shank fastener.
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Stainless Steel Solid Rivets
Stainless steel solid rivets target corrosive and high-humidity working environments. The premium stainless steel material delivers outstanding rust-proof and oxidation-resistant properties. It withstands chemical erosion, salt fog and humid weather without performance degradation. The dense solid structure maintains stable mechanical strength in harsh outdoor and marine scenarios. These rivets serve as ideal fasteners for marine equipment and chemical facility assembly.
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Aluminum Solid Rivets
Aluminum alloy solid rivets balance lightweight properties and reliable structural strength. The low-density material reduces overall equipment weight while retaining basic clamping stability. The smooth surface resists daily oxidation and minor corrosion. These rivets feature easy installation and cost-effective performance. Automotive interior parts, aviation lightweight structures and household hardware widely apply this lightweight variant.
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Copper Solid Rivets
Copper solid rivets possess excellent electrical conductivity and thermal conductivity besides structural fastening capacity. The soft copper body fits electrical contact assembly and conductive connection scenarios perfectly. It avoids poor contact caused by loose fastening or oxidation. These rivets also deliver strong ductility and deformation resistance. Electrical equipment, circuit terminals and conductive components rely heavily on copper solid rivets.
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Countersunk Head Solid Rivets
Countersunk solid rivets adopt a tapered 90-degree or 120-degree sinking head for fully flush installation. The entire head embeds completely into workpiece surfaces to create seamless flat finishes. This zero-protrusion design avoids wind resistance and surface friction in precision equipment assembly. The full solid shank retains original high-strength structural performance without compromise. Aerospace and precision machinery industries prefer this variant for streamlined structural assembly.
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Truss head solid rivets
Truss head solid rivets come with a low-profile, wide curved head that covers a larger contact area than standard dome heads. The enlarged bearing surface reduces pressure on thin and soft structural panels effectively. It prevents surface sinking and material deformation during tight clamping. The compact head size suits limited installation spaces and aesthetic-sensitive projects. Light construction and decorative structural assembly widely adopt this rivet type. come with a low-profile, wide curved head that covers a larger contact area than standard dome heads. The enlarged bearing surface reduces pressure on thin and soft structural panels effectively. It prevents surface sinking and material deformation during tight clamping. The compact head size suits limited installation spaces and aesthetic-sensitive projects. Light construction and decorative structural assembly widely adopt this rivet type.
| Nominal Diameter (in) | Drill Hole (in) | Available Lengths (in) | Head Diameter – Round (in) | Head Height – Round (in) |
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| 1/16″ (0.0625) | 0.063 – 0.065 | 1/8 – 1/2 | 0.112 | 0.045 |
| 3/32″ (0.09375) | 0.094 – 0.097 | 3/16 – 5/8 | 0.168 | 0.068 |
| 1/8″ (0.125) | 0.126 – 0.129 | 1/4 – 1 | 0.225 | 0.090 |
| 5/32″ (0.15625) | 0.157 – 0.161 | 5/16 – 1‑1/4 | 0.281 | 0.112 |
| 3/16″ (0.1875) | 0.189 – 0.193 | 3/8 – 1‑1/2 | 0.337 | 0.135 |
| 7/32″ (0.21875) | 0.220 – 0.224 | 7/16 – 1‑3/4 | 0.393 | 0.157 |
| 1/4″ (0.250) | 0.252 – 0.256 | 1/2 – 2 | 0.450 | 0.180 |
| 5/16″ (0.3125) | 0.314 – 0.319 | 5/8 – 2‑1/2 | 0.562 | 0.225 |
| 3/8″ (0.375) | 0.377 – 0.382 | 3/4 – 3 | 0.675 | 0.270 |
| 7/16″ (0.4375) | 0.440 – 0.445 | 7/8 – 3‑1/2 | 0.787 | 0.315 |
| 1/2″ (0.500) | 0.503 – 0.508 | 1 – 4 | 0.900 | 0.360 |
Note:Inch diameter series available: 1/32, 3/64, 1/16, 5/64, 3/32, 7/64, 1/8, 9/64, 5/32, 3/16, 7/32, 1/4, 9/32, 5/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2″
We test every batch of solid blind rivets for shear strength, tensile resistance and fatigue cycle performance. The fully solid shank structure eliminates hollow deformation risks under extreme pressure and vibration. All material formulas comply with international industrial and aviation auxiliary standards. These rigorous production and testing standards help global buyers reduce structural failure risks and long-term maintenance costs effectively.
We test every batch of solid blind rivets for shear strength, tensile resistance and fatigue cycle performance. The fully solid shank structure eliminates hollow deformation risks under extreme pressure and vibration. All material formulas comply with international industrial and aviation auxiliary standards. These rigorous production and testing standards help global buyers reduce structural failure risks and long-term maintenance costs effectively.
Technical Parameters:
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Head styles:
Round, flat, countersunk (100°/90°), universal, brazier, modified brazier, pan, truss
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Materials:
Aluminum alloy (1100, 2117, 2017, 2024, 5056), steel (low carbon, medium carbon), stainless steel (304, 316), copper, brass, monel, titanium
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Head markings
Alloy identification marks per military standard – dimple (AD: 2117), raised dot (D: 2017), raised double dash (DD: 2024)
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Temperature range:
–50°C to +300°C (aluminum); –50°C to +500°C (steel); –200°C to +800°C (stainless steel)
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Installation requirement
Access to both sides of the workpiece required
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Head markings
Alloy identification marks per military standard – dimple (AD: 2117), raised dot (D: 2017), raised double dash (DD: 2024)
| Nominal Diameter (mm) | Drill Hole (mm) | Available Lengths (mm) | Head Diameter – Round (mm) | Head Height – Round (mm) |
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| 1.5 | 1.6 | 3 – 8 | 2.8 | 1.1 |
| 2.0 | 2.1 | 3 – 12 | 3.7 | 1.4 |
| 2.5 | 2.6 | 4 – 15 | 4.6 | 1.8 |
| 3.0 | 3.1 | 4 – 20 | 5.5 | 2.1 |
| 4.0 | 4.1 | 5 – 25 | 7.2 | 2.8 |
| 5.0 | 5.1 | 6 – 30 | 9.0 | 3.5 |
| 6.0 | 6.1 | 8 – 40 | 10.8 | 4.2 |
| 8.0 | 8.1 | 10 – 50 | 14.0 | 5.5 |
| 10.0 | 10.2 | 12 – 60 | 17.5 | 6.9 |
| 12.0 | 12.2 | 15 – 60 | 21.0 | 8.3 |
| 14.0 | 14.2 | 20 – 60 | 24.5 | 9.7 |
Note: Metric diameter series available: 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14mm
Aerospace & Aircraft Assembly
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They provide permanent, tight clamping without loosening or fatigue failure. Lightweight aluminum variants reduce equipment load, while maintaining equipment safety. It is widely known that these fasteners are reliable in aviation maintenance teams as well as manufacturing teams.
Automotive Structural Component Assembly
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Heavy machinery and building structures are subjected to constant static loads and mechanical impact. Ultra-high shear and tensile resistance of high-strength steel solid rivets. They tightly lock skeletal components to ensure overall structural stability.
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The anti-fatigue structure can be used for long-term engineering operations without failure. Safe structural fasteners are critical for construction and mechanical engineering projects.
Marine & Offshore Facility Fastening
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Marine working environments have high salt fog and humidity which easily corrode ordinary fasteners. It is very hard for corrosion-resistant stainless steel rivets to be eroded by salt water or oxidized by the atmosphere.
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This prevents internal corrosion and internal hollowing due to its dense crystalline structure. They are accustomed to long-term offshore and coastal facility operation. These rivets are used by marine engineering contractors for permanent construction assembly.
Electrical Conductive & Hardware Assembly
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Stable contact and conductive performance are required for wire terminals and conductive hardware assembly. Copper solid rivets offer excellent electrical conductivity and ductility. They make tight permanent connections and avoid poor contact caused by loose fastening.
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The smooth surface avoids oxidation and assures stable circuit transmission These rivets are used in electrical equipment factories for the standardized assembly of conductor elements.
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Installation Guide for Solid Rivets
Installing solid rivets requires both‑side access but the process is straightforward once you have the right tools.
Pneumatic rivet gun
(with appropriate rivet set/mushroom die) or hand‑held rivet squeezer for smaller diameters
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Bucking bar
A heavy steel block that supports the rivet tail during driving
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Drill
hole size should match or slightly exceed the rivet shank diameter
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Safety glasses
mandatory when working with driven fasteners
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Material Selection Guide - Solid Rivets
Choosing the right material is critical. Here is our practical guide.
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| Material | Best Use | Strength | Corrosion Resistance | Cost | Notes |
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| Aluminum (1100, 2117, 2017, 2024, 5056) | Aerospace, marine, electronics | Medium–High (varies by alloy) | Excellent (naturally forms oxide layer) | Low–Medium | The go‑to for lightweight structural applications. 1100 is pure and soft; 2117 is the standard aircraft rivet; 2017 and 2024 offer higher strength; 5056 is for magnesium alloys . |
| Steel (Low Carbon) | General fabrication, automotive, construction | High | Poor (must be coated) | Low | The affordable workhorse. Adequate corrosion resistance only when plated. Works well for indoor structural applications and heavy equipment assembly . |
| Stainless Steel (304, 316) | Marine, food processing, chemical plants, outdoor | Very High | Excellent (316 is best for saltwater) | Medium–High | The premium corrosion fighter. More expensive than steel, harder to install, but lasts decades in harsh environments. Monel is another high‑end option . |
| Copper | Electrical grounding, wooden boat building | Medium | Good (forms protective patina) | Medium | Conductive, corrosion‑resistant, and soft enough for hand installation. Common in switchgear, bus bars, and traditional boat construction. |
| Brass | Architectural, marine electrical, decorative | Medium | Good | Medium | Good balance of strength, corrosion resistance, and electrical conductivity. Often used for aesthetic visible fasteners . |
The feel of a properly set solid rivet comes with experience – the gun will sound different when the shop head is fully formed. Too little hammering and the joint is loose; too much and you risk splitting the shop head or damaging the material.
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Customer Feedback
Engineers from Norway, South Africa, and Poland confirm that Sinsun solid rivets deliver consistent head concentricity, reliable shop head formation, and full material traceability for safety‑critical assemblies.
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Read how aircraft maintenance teams, bridge restoration workshops, and railway component manufacturers trust Sinsun’s solid rivets for vibration‑proof joints and zero fastener‑related failures.
Erik N. – Quality Manager
We maintain a fleet of general aviation aircraft in a harsh coastal environment. Salt air corrodes fasteners quickly, and loose rivets are a safety issue. We tested Sinsun’s aluminum solid rivets (AD‑2117 alloy, universal head) against our previous supplier
Miguel R. – Workshop Owner
We restore old bridges and water towers – the ones originally built with hot‑driven steel rivets. Modern bolts just do not look right, and welded repairs change the heat treatment of the original steel. Sinsun supplied us with low‑carbon steel solid rivets in non‑standard lengths that matched the original specifications.
Andrzej K. – Production Director
Our railway couplers and draft gear assemblies take tremendous shock loads – a loose fastener is not an option. We switched from high‑strength bolts to solid rivets three years ago and have had zero fastener‑related failures since. Sinsun supplies our steel solid rivets (pan head, 1/4″ diameter, 300 series) with consistent quality across every batch.
Swiss Client (Zurich)
We order countersunk solid rivets for precision mechanical equipment assembly. The flush installation finish and uniform structural strength meet our high-precision production standards..
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Q: What are solid rivets used for?
A:They serve permanent high-load structural assembly for aviation, automotive, marine and machinery projects.
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Q:How do solid rivets differ from hollow rivets?
A:Full solid shanks provide far higher shear strength and anti-fatigue performance without hollow deformation risks.
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Q: Are solid rivets stronger than pop rivets?
A:Yes. Their integral solid structure delivers superior load capacity and long-term structural stability.
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Q:What materials do your solid rivets use?
A:We supply aluminum, steel, stainless steel and copper for diverse functional demands.
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Q: Can solid rivets resist vibration long-term?
A: Excellent anti-fatigue properties keep connections tight under continuous vibration and stress.
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Q: What head styles are available for solid rivets?
A:Round, countersunk, truss and flat head styles cover all installation and aesthetic needs.
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Q: Do you offer custom solid rivet sizes?
A: Our factory customizes non-standard lengths, diameters and head specifications for special projects.
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Q:Are stainless steel solid rivets marine-grade?
A: Yes. They withstand salt fog and humid corrosion for long-term marine environment use.
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Q:Are solid rivets reusable after installation?
A: No. They belong to permanent fasteners for one-time structural locking assembly.
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Q: What is the MOQ for bulk solid rivet orders?
A:Standard sizes support low MOQ trial orders and mixed batch wholesale for global partners.
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