Riveting

RIVKLE®

Processing systems for blind rivet nuts and studs

Manual and automated processing tools

Create threads in thin-walled components

RIVKLE® blind rivet nuts and studs are versatile solutions for fastening a load-bearing nut or bolt thread to thin-walled components where cut threads are not an option due to insufficient wall thickness. To ensure optimal processing, we offer a wide range of tools – from manual to automated.

Method and principle

RIVKLE® processing technology

Setting process using the example of the spindle stroke method

Here the RIVKLE® blind rivet nut or stud is spun on, compressed and then spun off.

Your advantage: a faster and easier process.

RIVKLE® blind rivet nuts The riveting process

Stroke-controlled riveting

The product tables in our RIVKLE® catalogues are guidelines for adjusting the setting stroke S that should be used with a particular RIVKLE® blind rivet nut or stud for optimal riveting.

Your advantage: A faster and easier process.

Pressure-controlled riveting

With the stroke-controlled method, the riveting tool generates maximum riveting pressure over the entire operating range. In some cases this results in blind rivet nuts and studs being fastened too tightly or too loosely, due to different component thicknesses.

This phenomenon is prevented with the pressure-controlled method, since the riveting pressure is generated and controlled independently of workpiece thickness.

Your advantages: optimized riveting in workpieces of different thicknesses and repeated setting of a RIVKLE® element is possible. With pressure-controlled riveting, service life of the mandrels increases.

Operating instructions

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Manual hand-operated installation tools for RIVKLE®

RIVKLE® OPTEX
Creation of hexagonal sockets from round drill holes and setting of RIVKLE® blind rivet nuts.

Use

Individual mounting

Technical data

Max. setting stroke: 7 mm

Stampable component thickness: 0.5 to max. 2.5 mm steel and aluminium sheets

Weight: 2.1 kg
RIVKLE® M2007
Mode of operation

Spin on and spin off through ratchet function

Use

For low quantities and for repairs

Technical data

Capacity: up to 2 RIVKLE®/minute

Weight: 1.2 kg
RIVKLE® BRK 01
Mode of operation

Rivet spin-on and spin-off via knurled nut. Compression by lever action of the hand-operated tool.

Use

Individual mounting

Technical data

Capacity: up to 4 RIVKLE®/minute

Weight: 0.6 kg
RIVKLE® BRK 10
Mode of operation

Rivet spin-on and spin-off with drill spindle. Riveting by optimal lever action. Practical fast stroke adjustment.

Use

Small-scale production

Technical data

Capacity: up to 5 RIVKLE®/minute

Weight: 1.9 kg
RIVKLE® ES 51
Mode of operation

Rivet spin-on and spin-off with crank. Compression by gentle lever action supported by the integrated hydraulic pump.

Use

Individual mounting

Technical data

Capacity: up to 4 RIVKLE®/minute

Weight: 2.7 kg

Mechanical installation tools for RIVKLE®

RIVKLE® NEO P107
New generation hydraulic/pneumatic tool for RIVKLE® blind rivets and studs

Mode of operation
Force setting: unique RIVKLE® diameter adjustment/control
Screwing of the RIVKLE® onto the mandrel by a “push/pull” system
Trigger activation: setting and automatic unscrewing
Use
Large-scale production
Centered air connection for right and left-handed users
Technical Data
Maximum stroke: 7.0 mm
Maximum setting force: 18 kN (from M3 to M8 steel)
Operating air pressure: 5.5 bar min to 6.5 max
Weight without tooling: 2.0 kg
Noise level: < 70 dB (A)
Production speed: 36 RIVKLE® /min
Maintenance frequency: 250,000 cycles
Screwing method: push/pull
Adjustment sequence: setting and automatic unscrewing
Manual unscrewing button
More about the tool
RIVKLE® NEO B107
The new RIVKLE® battery-powered setting tool has been designed to be innovative, fast and well balanced.

Specific Böllhoff properties
Optimized ergonomics thanks to two perfectly distributed motors for optimum balance
Quick tool to allow 32 RIVKLE® setting per minute*
New automatic screw adjustment ensures that the RIVKLE® is perpendicular to the setting tool mandrel
Quick battery change (standard Makita®)
Technical data
Setting method by force setting
Maximum setting capacity of 18 kN (M3-M8 steel)
Weight with battery (without tooling) of 2.27 kg
Maximum stroke of 7.5 mm
Production rate, 32 RIVKLE®/min*
New Screwing mode with automatic screwing adjustment
Automatic unscrewing
Manual unscrewing button
Makita® battery lithium-Ion 1.5 Ah, 18v
Locking setting force from tool
Working light
*According to Böllhoff procedure
RIVKLE® B2007
Its cordless design makes the RIVKLE® B2007 extremely flexible. Li-ion technology ensures adequate operating time.

Use

Designed for use in challenging industrial environments.

Technical data

Capacity: up to 24 RIVKLE®/minute

Max. setting stroke: 8 mm

M3 – M10 made of steel

Max setting pressure: 3,000 kN to 22,000 kN

Weight: 2.49 kg
RIVKLE® P1007
Multi-dimensional hydraulic/pneumatic tool for RIVKLE® blind rivets and studs

Mode of operation

Spin-on blind rivet nuts and studs via touch automation.

Rivet with just one actuation switch.

Force-monitored installation, colour-coded force setting.

Use

Medium-scale to large-scale production

Technical data

Capacity: up to 15 RIVKLE®/minute

Max. setting stroke: 7 mm

M3 - M6 steel and stainless steel; M8 aluminium

Max. setting pressure: 13,000 kN

Weight: 1.8 kg
RIVKLE® P2007
Multi-dimensional hydraulic/pneumatic tool for processing RIVKLE® blind rivets and studs

Mode of operation

Spin-on blind rivet nuts and studs via touch automation.
Rivet process with just one actuation switch. Installation pressure monitor. Pressure adjustment through colour coding.

Use

Medium-scale to large-scale production

Technical data

Capacity up to 32 RIVKLE®/minute

Max. setting stroke: 7 mm

M4 - M10 steel; M5 - M12 aluminium; M4 - M8 stainless steel

Max. setting pressure: 21,000 N

Weight: 2.2 kg
RIVKLE® P2005
Multi-dimensional hydraulic/pneumatic tool for processing RIVKLE® blind rivet nuts and studs. Spin-on blind rivet nuts and studs via touch automation.

Mode of operation

Rivet process with just one actuation switch. Stroke adjustments via adjustment ring.

Use

Large-scale production

Technical data

Capacity: up to 15 RIVKLE®/minute

Max. setting stroke: 7 mm

M3 - M12 steel and aluminium; M3 - M10 stainless steel

Max. setting pressure: 21,000 N at 5.5 – 7.0 bar

Weight: 2.6 kg
RIVKLE® P2007 PN
Multi-dimensional hydraulic/pneumatic tool for RIVKLE® PN blind rivet nuts and studs

Mode of operation

Spin-on blind rivet nuts and studs via touch automation – rivet with just one actuation switch.

Installation force monitor.

Force-monitored installation, colour-coded force setting.

Use

Medium-scale to large-scale production

Technical data

Capacity up to 15 RIVKLE®/minute

Max. setting stroke: 14 mm

M4 - M8 steel

Max. setting pressure: 14,500 kN

Weight: 2.4 kg
RIVKLE® P3007 PN
Multi-dimensional hydraulic/pneumatic tool for RIVKLE® PN blind rivet nuts and studs

Mode of operation

Spin-on blind rivet nuts and studs via touch automation – rivet with just one actuation switch.

Installation force monitor.

Force-monitored installation, colour-coded force setting.

Use

Medium-scale to large-scale production

Technical data

Capacity up to 14 RIVKLE®/minute

Max. setting stroke: 14 mm

M8 and M10 steel and stainless steel

Max. setting force: 25,000 kN

Weight: 3.1 kg

Automated setting tools for RIVKLE®

RIVKLE® EPK
Mode of operation

Pressure-regulated, path-monitored tool for complete quality control of the riveting process, with fault warning signal. RIVKLE® spin-on through touch automation on the spindle, automatic spin-off after riveting.

Variants

RIVKLE® EPK in versions EPK C (M4 to M10) or EPK HP (M8 to M14)

EPK C either with gun-style or bar-style setting head

EPK HP with bar-style setting head version of the EPK C with increased riveting force.

Use

Large-scale production

High quality standards

Safety components

Documentation requirement
RIVKLE® HSA 2.0
Mode of operation

This setting head is suitable for automated installation of blind rivet nuts and studs. RIVKLE® blind rivets are fed by means of vibrating spiral conveyors or other distribution systems. Process control is integrated. RIVKLE® blind rivet nuts and studs with hexagon shank can be easily and directly fed in correctly in all spatial positions, even upside down.

Technical data

Loading time: approx. 2.8 seconds

Rivet process: approx. 2 seconds

Max. setting stroke: 28 mm

Max. setting force: 5,000 to 32,000 kN

Weight: 23 kg

Accessories

RIVKLE® FC340
Suitable for installation tools: RIVKLE® B2007, P1007, P2007, P3007, P2007 PN and P3007 PN.

Properties

Measuring range: 0 to 40 kN

Measuring accuracy: ± 3 %

Application area: M3 to M16

Advantages

Easy operation: one rivet cycle → riveting force display

No set-up required

Compatible with all force-controlled RIVKLE® installation tools