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Blind Rivets - Not all created equal

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Jman

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Found an interesting quote from an article written by Chris Heintz, the designer of the Zenith line. Here is the link to many interesting articles on the Zenith site: www.zenithair.com/kit-data/ht.html

Note: It is obvious that the notch depth in the stem is directly related to the breaking load. The Avex rivets (from Textron’s Avdel division) manufactured in the state of New York and in Brazil do not have the consistency of those manufactured in the UK and should not be used on aircraft. Zenith Aircraft imports Avex rivets from England and makes a systematic test on every lot received, thus guaranteeing the correct quality. The FAA type-certificated ZENITH CH 2000 aircraft uses these same rivets.
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Interesting to those building with Avex blind rivets. Seems that the just carrying the name Avex does not nessessarily mean they are suitable for use. Anyway, take it for what it's worth.

Jake
 
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