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Rivet Nut Fasteners Used in the Energy Industry
Turbines | Nuclear | Solar | Wind

April 25, 2025

Rivet Nut fasteners, also known as threaded inserts or blind rivet nuts, are small but important parts used in the energy industry. They help hold things together securely in places like energy turbines, nuclear power plants, solar panels, and wind turbines. These fasteners make it easier to attach, remove and re-attach panels together, especially in thin or soft materials where... View Article

Pre-Bulb Plus Body Kits | Rivnut® Kits | Rivet Nut Kits | Threaded Insert Kits

March 20, 2025

For common, everyday applications – Rivet Nut USA™, an operating division of Cardinal Components, Inc., has come up with the PERFECT assembly, installation and repair solution for brittle or thin materials – Rivet Nut Kits! A “Rivet Nut” is a variation of a standard RIVET, in that it is a counter-bored, tubular, one piece (the “rivet”) with internal threads (the “nut”). The... View Article

Distributor of American-Made, USA Made, and Domestic Made Fasteners

March 11, 2025

American Made Fasteners | USA Made Fasteners | Domestic Fasteners In today’s changing marketplace, customers are escalating their demands for access to high-quality, domestically sourced fasteners. Rivet Nut USA™, a division of Cardinal Components, Inc., is a trusted distributor of American Made Fasteners and USA Made Fasteners. All our products are stocked in Milwaukee, WI. We offer a wide variety... View Article

Bollhoff USA: Your #1 Domestic Rivet Nut Fastener Manufacturer

March 6, 2025

Rivet Nut Fastener Manufacturer located in Kendallville, Indiana, USA Bollhoff, a Rivet Nut Fastener Manufacturer, continues to invest millions in advancing its American-Based Manufacturing Facility in Kendallville, Indiana. This facility is a key part of Bollhoff’s North American operations, ensuring high-quality fastening solutions are produced domestically for the United States (US) market. Bollhoff’s North American operations are complemented by the global... View Article

What is a Threaded Standoff Fastener?

February 11, 2025

A Threaded Standoff Fastener is a specialized fastener commonly used in electronic, electrical, equipment, and automotive industries to provide secure and precise spacing between components. Its importance stems from its ability to offer structural support, organization of assemblies that have layers of small components (typically in computers or electronics) and provide proper spacing between parts of electronic equipment so as... View Article

Thank You for Visiting Rivet Nut USA™!

February 5, 2025

Thank you for taking the time to visit our website. We truly appreciate your interest in Rivet Nut USA™, a division of Cardinal Components, Inc., and the wide range of in-stock fasteners and installation tooling we offer. Rivet Nut USA™ is a Preferred Authorized Bollhoff Distributor of products including: Rivnut®, Plusnut®, Rivkle®, Hexnut®, specialty fasteners, installation tools and more! To provide our customers the best... View Article

What is a BLIND RIVET NUT | BLIND RIVNUT®?

November 8, 2024

Blind Rivet Nuts, or Rivnuts®, are fasteners that provide a threaded hole in materials that are too thin or where access to the backside of the application is limited for a traditional nut-and-bolt system. These fasteners are basically a 2-in-1 product because of their nut and rivet combined design. Once the Blind Rivet Nut is installed the user can use... View Article

Proper Hole Quality Rivets | Rivet Nuts

November 1, 2024

Achieving proper hole quality for rivets and rivet nuts is essential for installation. A clean hole ensures that the fastener sits evenly and is properly aligned, which is critical for secure and lasting performance. Any burrs inside the hole or blowout on the backside (blindside) can cause the fastener to sit at an angle, resulting in a crooked installation. Such... View Article

What is an Electronic Hex Jack Screw?

September 3, 2024

Electronic Hex Jack Screws are hexagonal-shaped components with a partially threaded hole on one end and an externally threaded bolt on the other. They come in several types, each tailored to meet specific needs in electronic assemblies. The most common types include standard Hex Head Jack Screws, which feature a hexagonal head allowing for easy tightening and adjustment with a... View Article

Why Choose Huck® Lock Bolts?

July 30, 2024

As your professionals at Rivet Nut USA™ (a division of Cardinal Components, Inc.), we understand the critical role that secure fastening solutions play in various industries. A locking collar bolt, also known as a lockbolt, lock bolt, collar bolt or by a famous brand name called a “Huck lock bolt®”, serve a special purpose in blind applications that require superior strength... View Article