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STANDOFFS and SPACERS:
Critical hardware used in computer chips
and data centers to power artificial intelligence

May 26, 2026

  Electronic fasteners are tiny components that are essential for delivering the precision, stability, and electrical performance required in electronic assemblies, power systems, and data driven artificial intelligence centers. Standard fasteners are not built to handle the electrical, thermal, or environmental stresses found in modern technology. As industries push for better compatibility, longer service life, and greater reliability, the demand... View Article

A Product Guide to CLUFIX® Crimp Rivet Nuts and Where to Buy Them

May 19, 2026

  A CLUFIX® rivet nut is a type of blind threaded insert that creates strong, permanent internal threads in thin or thick materials once installed. During installation, access is only needed from one side of the work piece while forming a secure bulge on the backside, locking the CLUFIX® into place and allowing for the addition or removal of attachments.... View Article

Why Do Rivet Nuts Perform So Well in Round Tubes?

April 23, 2026

Rivet nuts are a popular way to add strong threads into thin metal. Install access is only needed on one side of the application while the installation occurs on the other side of material, which is often called the blind side. The newly installed threads in the parent application allow secondary attachments to be added and removed. One may think... View Article

New ERP System, Acumatica, Builds on a Strong Foundation to Deliver Even More Value

February 19, 2026

  At Rivet Nut USA™, a division of Cardinal Components, Inc., we’ve built our reputation on quality products, dependable service, and consistent execution. Our team has long processed orders accurately and shipped reliably, even as volumes increased—often through extra internal checks and manual steps to ensure nothing was missed. As our business continues to grow, we’ve invested in systems that... View Article

What Are Blind Rivets?

January 29, 2026

A blind rivet is a one-sided mechanical fastening solution used to permanently join two or more materials together. Unlike bolts and nuts that require access to both sides, blind rivets are installed from only one side of the workpiece, making them ideal for thin sheet metals, plastics, composites, and other materials where backside access is limited or impossible. How Blind... View Article

Thanks For Exploring Our Website!

January 7, 2026

We appreciate your interest in viewing our extensive inventory of fastening solutions and installation tooling! As a Preferred Authorized Bollhoff Distributor, Rivet Nut USA™, a division of Cardinal Components, Inc., proudly offers Rivnut®, Plusnut®, Rivkle®, Hexnut®, Specialty Fasteners, and Installation Tools designed to support a wide range of applications across a variety of industries. To ensure the best availability and variety, we also stock... View Article

Rivet Nut USA™ Featured in American Fastener Journal With Bollhoff’s Latest Installation Tools

December 31, 2025

  Rivet Nut USA™ (a division of Cardinal Components, Inc.), is your premier U.S. distributor of Bollhoff fastening solutions and was recently featured in the American Fastener Journal spotlighting the launch of three cutting-edge Bollhoff RIVNUT® installation tools. The article promotes Rivet Nut USA™ and Bollhoff’s commitment to advancing rivet nut installation technology, further solidifying Rivet Nut USA’s position among... View Article

Rivet Nut USA™ Introduces Three Cutting-Edge RIVNUT® Tools
Reengineered for Modern Manufacturing

September 30, 2025

Rivet Nut USA™, a division of Cardinal Components, Inc., is proud to announce the launch of three innovative installation tools from the Bollhoff RIVNUT® product line: the NEO P107 pneumatic tool, and the NEO B107 and NEO B109 cordless rivet nut gun options. These state-of-the-art tools represent a major advancement in rivet nut installation technology, delivering enhanced speed, precision, and... View Article

How To Choose The Right Cordless Battery Rivet Nut Installation Tool!

August 21, 2025

Cordless Battery Rivet Nut Tools Overview What are the differences between each model? The Bollhoff branded cordless battery rivet nut tools have quickly emerged as the top choice for production teams seeking a balance of power, portability, safety, and performance. These cordless systems are redefining the standards for efficiency and precision, delivering the strength of pneumatic tools without the limitations... View Article

How AI and Data Centers Depend on the Right Fasteners

August 14, 2025

Rivets | Rivet Nuts | Electronic Fasteners Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries—from healthcare to finance to transportation—and at the core of this revolution are data centers. These high-tech facilities are built to support massive amounts of computing power, processing the algorithms and data that fuel AI. Behind the rows of servers and blinking lights lies an essential and often... View Article