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Box of 16 blind rivets large flanged head 3/16 inch diameter 1/2 inch length

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 53954 Blind Rivet Large Flanged Head 3/16 in Dia 1/2 in L

SKU CH-J677-DJ3Y2

A blind rivet with a large flanged head that joins materials from one side using a pop-rivet tool

  • TypeRivets
  • Large flanged head spreads load for stronger joints
  • Blind rivet design fastens from one side only
  • Mandrel snaps off after expansion for clean finish
  • 3/16 in diameter suits standard hole sizes
  • 1/2 in length fits common material thicknesses

What the rivet is and who uses it

The MIDWEST FASTENER 53954 is a blind rivet with a large flanged head. It is designed for fastening parts together when access is only possible from one side of the joint. The tubular body contains a mandrel that is pulled to expand the rivet and then snaps off. Installers use a dedicated rivet tool to complete the assembly.

Behaviour under repeated installation

Each rivet is a single-use fastener that permanently clamps the material once the mandrel breaks. The large flange distributes load across a wider surface area to reduce pull-through on softer substrates. Performance depends on correct hole preparation and the clamping force delivered by the setting tool during each installation cycle.

The specification that decides fit

The rivet has a 3/16 in diameter and a 1/2 in length. These two dimensions determine whether the fastener matches the material thickness and hole size of the application. Verify both measurements against the joint requirements before ordering.

Highlights

  • Large flanged head spreads load for stronger joints
  • Blind rivet design fastens from one side only
  • Mandrel snaps off after expansion for clean finish
  • 3/16 in diameter suits standard hole sizes
  • 1/2 in length fits common material thicknesses

Specifications

BrandMIDWEST FASTENER
TypeRivets

Questions about this item

Does the large flanged head on the 53954 rivet help spread load and reduce pull-through on thin sheet metal?

Yes, the large flanged head provides a wider bearing surface that distributes clamping force, which helps prevent pull-through when fastening thin or soft materials.

What tool is required to install these blind rivets?

A dedicated rivet tool or pop-rivet gun is needed to pull the mandrel, expand the rivet body and snap the mandrel off flush with the head.

Can the 53954 rivets be used to join aluminium panels to existing steel brackets?

Yes, blind rivets work with dissimilar metals; however, galvanic corrosion may occur over time so consider isolation or coating if the joint will see moisture.

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