Tubular Rivet

Tubular rivets are the small-but-mighty fasteners that keep lightweight assemblies tight, tidy, and secure without the bulk or effort of solid rivets. Our tubular rivets deliver reliable clamping force with cleaner finishes and faster installs, making them ideal for high-volume production and precise repairs. If you need strong hold in soft or thin materials with minimal deformation, our tubular rivets are built to do the job beautifully.

Dependable Fastening With Reduced Setting Force

Our tubular rivets feature a partially hollow shank that flares under pressure to lock parts together, giving you dependable strength while reducing the force required during setting. That means less tool wear, less substrate damage, and more consistent results across your line. Whether you’re working with leather goods, plastics, thin sheet metals, textiles, or laminates, our range is engineered to seat flush, spread load evenly, and maintain alignment through vibration and repeated use. 

Because our tubular rivets require less setting force, you can install them with hand squeezers, benchtop riveters, or automated presses, scaling easily from prototyping to production. A properly sized anvil and setting punch support the head while flaring the tail for a smooth, symmetric roll. The lighter press load helps protect soft substrates, shortens cycle times, and reduces operator fatigue, all while giving you repeatable, attractive terminations.

If your project calls for a different head profile or a push-in fastening style, you’ll also find excellent companions in our Round Head Rivet and our Hammer Drive Screw Rivet Pin for snap-fit assembly without through-bore access.

DIN 7340 Tubular Rivets

Our DIN 7340 tubular rivets conform to the widely recognized standard for hollow rivets used in soft or thin components. The geometry is optimized to expand smoothly during setting, so the barrel rolls out and anchors firmly without crushing delicate substrates. Because the shank is hollow, installation requires significantly less force than an equivalent solid rivet, which is a win for both throughput and part protection. The end result is a neat, low-profile joint that resists loosening and maintains appearance even in visible applications.

Where Tubular Rivets Shine

Use our tubular rivets whenever you need strong, repeatable fastening in materials that don’t tolerate heavy swaging. They are an excellent choice for cases, straps, tags, light brackets, small enclosures, and assemblies combining dissimilar materials where you want stability without over-compressing the layers. You get the blend of strength and finesse that keeps products looking sharp and performing day after day.

Why Choose Our Tubular Rivets

You get consistent dimensions, clean flare, and reliable holding power that stands up to handling and use. We back this with attentive guidance on sizing, grip recommendations, and tool compatibility so your line runs smoothly from the first piece to the last. Our tubular rivets are produced to DIN 7340 geometry with tight control over barrel ID, OD, and head height, which means predictable expansion, precise seating, and fewer rejects. A smooth bore and lightly chamfered tail encourage a uniform roll during setting, so the shop head forms neatly and protects sensitive substrates.

FAQs

What is a tubular rivet?

A tubular rivet is a hollow-shank fastener designed to be set by flaring the open end to clamp materials together. The hollow section reduces the force required for installation and allows the tail to roll out smoothly, making it ideal for soft or thin substrates where a solid rivet could crush or distort the workpiece.

How to install tubular rivets?

Place the rivet through the prepared hole with the head supported by a flat anvil, align the materials, and use a setting punch or rivet squeezer to flare the hollow tail. The tool expands the barrel outward to form a rolled “shop head” that locks the assembly in place. Selecting the correct diameter and grip length is important so the flare forms neatly without bottoming out or leaving excess barrel.

What is the difference between tubular and solid rivets?

Tubular rivets have a hollow shank and require less force to set, making them better for soft or thin materials and for operations where speed and part protection matter. Solid rivets are fully solid and demand higher force and more robust tooling; they are favored for heavy-duty structural joints where maximum shear strength is the priority.

What are the 4 types of rivets?

Common families include tubular rivets for low-force setting in lighter assemblies, solid rivets for high-strength structural fastening, blind rivets for one-side access applications, and drive or split-style variants for quick, decorative, or flexible joints. Each type has its own sweet spot, and we can help you match the rivet style to your materials, loads, and production method.