Bulbex®
Aluminum alloy breakstem fasteners with a split tail formation providing a very large blind side bearing area against the rear sheet
Overview
The Avdel Bulbex® breakstem fastener is designed with a split tail formation, providing a much larger blind side bearing area against the rear sheet. This also allows for a wide variation in material thickness. The Bulbex blind breakstem fastener is ideal for use with thin sheet or low strength material.
Key features and benefits
- Multi-grip capability
- Split tail formation provides a very large blind side bearing area against the rear sheet
- Retained stem
- Wide choice of installation tools
- One fastener can often be used to replace several standard grip fasteners
- Accommodates wide variations in material thickness
- Reduced fastener inventory and simper stock control
- Spreads the tail bearing load/clamp load on the rear sheet
- Ideal for use in thin sheet materials
- Provides strong, vibration resistant joints
- No damage, electrical problems or rattling due to loose stems
Assembly applications
- Caravans
- Domestic appliances
Specifications
- Sizes: 4.0mm and 4.8mm (5/32" and 3/16")
- Material: Aluminium alloy
- Headform: Dome, large flange
Bulbex® - Technical Data Sheets | |||
Material | Headform | Data Series Metric | Data Series Imperial |
Aluminum Alloy | Dome Large Flange | ||
Installation Equipment
The tables below show the range of Avdel® handtools and installation equipment which can be used to place Bulbex® fasteners. For further information on specific nose equipment, please contact your local Avdel® representative.
Alternative Products
Avex®
Multi-grip, aluminium alloy breakstem fasteners with a long and reliable track record in a wide range of applications and industries.
Complementary Information
Genesis® Range
New high performance, lightweight hydro-pneumatic handtools for breakstem rivets.
