Rivet Technology

FASTEKS® FILKO Blind Rivet Nuts

FASTEKS® FILKO is a single-piece, through-threaded, one-sided application nut. It can be “blindly” installed without re-work and is an efficient solution for installing captive threads.
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FASTEKS® FILKO is a Bossard brand that offers reliable riveting solutions for various applications. These blind rivet nuts provide a resilient thread, particularly on thin-walled components and hollow sections. The rivet beading ensures a high tear-out strength. FASTEKS® FILKO blind rivet nuts come in three major types of shanks: round shank, knurled shank, and hexagonal shank. In addition, we offer you blind rivet screws and blind clip-in nuts.

Features:

  • One-sided installation
  • Multiple applications, either as a blind rivet nut or blind rivet screw
  • High tear-out strength as result of rivet beading
  • Possible to assemble in surface-treated parts
  • Wide range of head styles and materials
  • Rational installation with manual rivet gun or hydro-pneumatic tools
  • Stable grip force clip-in nuts.

FASTEKS® FILKO Blind Rivet Nuts Overview

Round Shank

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A round-shank blind rivet nut is very commonly used in general applications. Several head styles, end styles, and materials are available in different sizes.

  • Head style: flat head, flush head, countersunk head 90°
  • End style: open end, closed end
  • Material: steel with zinc plate, thick passivated (RoHs), stainless steel A2 and A4

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Knurled Shank

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For anti-torque requirements and materials softer than the fastener, a blind rivet nut with a knurled shank may be the best solution.

  • Head style: flat head, flush head, countersunk head 90°
  • End style: open end, closed end
  • Material: steel with zinc plate, thick passivated (RoHs), stainless steel A2 and A4

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Hexagonal Shank

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A hexagonal shank will improve torque-out resistance when installed into a hexagonal hole.

  • Head style: flat head, flush head
  • End style: open end, closed end
  • Material: steel with zinc plate, thick passivated (RoHs), stainless steel A2 and A4

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Blind Rivet Screws

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With a body like a blind rivet nut, but with high-strength male threads, blind rivet screws allow for flexibility in manufacturing. A special nose piece is required to install these fasteners.

  • Head Style: flat head, countersunk head
  • Shank style: hexagonal shank, knurled shank
  • Material: steel with zinc plate, thick passivated (RoHs)

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Blind Clip-In Nut

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The flat-head blind clip-in nut can be installed with a standard screwdriver. It can dampen shock and vibration in an assembly. A brass insert nut is embedded in the neoprene body, which can be used for thermal or electrical insulation.

  • Head Style: flat head, large flat head
  • Material: thread insert nut of brass, body of neoprene

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FASTEKS FILKO Blind Rivet Nuts

FASTEKS® FILKO® blind rivet nuts are single-part hollow-thread nuts which are installed ‘blind’ from a single side without the need for reworking.

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