Overview
Solid rivets are one of the oldest and most reliable permanent fastening solutions used in industrial manufacturing and structural applications. Manufactured with a solid shank and head, solid rivets are installed by deforming the tail of the rivet to create a permanent mechanical joint.
Because of their strength, durability, and resistance to vibration, solid rivets are commonly used in aerospace assemblies, heavy equipment manufacturing, structural steel applications, shipbuilding, and industrial fabrication.
Offshore Milling & Sourcing supports bulk and factory-direct sourcing programs for solid rivets, serving OEM manufacturers, aerospace suppliers, construction fabricators, heavy equipment producers, and industrial distributors that require dependable supply and consistent quality.
Types of Solid Rivets Available
- Round Head Solid Rivets
- Flat Head Solid Rivets
- Universal Head Rivets
- Countersunk Solid Rivets
- Brazier Head Rivets
- Mushroom Head Rivets
- Structural Solid Rivets
- Custom Per-Print Solid Rivets
Solid rivets are often produced according to exact specifications required by engineering drawings and assembly requirements.
Specifications
- Diameter Range: 1/16″ – 1″+ (Metric sizes available)
- Length Range: Custom lengths available
- Head Styles: Round / Flat / Countersunk / Universal / Brazier
- Standards: ASTM / DIN / ISO / Aerospace specifications
Solid rivets are designed to provide maximum shear strength and long-term reliability in permanent fastening applications.
Materials
- Low Carbon Steel
- Medium Carbon Steel
- Stainless Steel 304
- Stainless Steel 316
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Copper
- Monel and specialty alloys upon request
Material selection is determined by strength requirements, environmental exposure, corrosion resistance, and industry standards.
Finish & Coating Options
- Plain Finish
- Zinc Plated
- Yellow Zinc
- Black Oxide
- Nickel Plated
- Tin Plated
- Stainless Natural Finish
- Anodized Aluminum
- Custom corrosion-resistant coatings available
Finishes may be selected based on corrosion resistance, conductivity requirements, or environmental conditions.
Industries Served
- Aerospace Manufacturing
- Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
- Structural Fabrication
- Shipbuilding & Marine
- Automotive Manufacturing
- Rail Equipment
- Industrial Equipment Manufacturing
Applications
- Aircraft structures
- Structural steel connections
- Heavy equipment assemblies
- Marine construction
- Automotive components
- Bridge and infrastructure fabrication
Solid rivets are ideal where high-strength permanent fastening is required and where joints must withstand vibration, heavy loads, or environmental exposure.
Strategic Bulk Sourcing Programs
Solid rivets are frequently sourced in high production volumes for manufacturing and structural fabrication programs.
We support:
- Factory-direct container programs
- High-volume production runs
- Custom per-print manufacturing
- Secondary sourcing strategies
- Private label packaging
- OEM production programs
Our sourcing programs are designed for manufacturers and distributors requiring consistent metallurgy, dimensional accuracy, and scalable supply.
Packaging Options
- Bulk cartons
- Palletized shipments
- Industrial packaging
- Custom labeling
- Mixed container programs
Request a Quote
To receive pricing for solid rivets, please provide:
- Diameter
- Length
- Head style
- Material
- Finish
- Quantity
- Delivery timeline
Engineering drawings are recommended for custom rivet designs.
