POP NUT Cost Savings

POP NUT® brand blind rivet nuts offer various in place cost saving advantages.

• Installs blind using hand held or fully automated tool systems right on the assembly line reducing routing costs.
• Installs before or after paint as the installation tool and process will not damage the finish on the parent material allowing reducing routing.
• Can be installed into materials as thin as .020” (0.5mm) saving weight.
• Can be installed into galvanized or pre-painted materials without damage to the finish eliminating painting lowering material costs, thread masking and rework.
• Can be installed with 100% assurance and accuracy of count with the POP NUT SmartSet tool system eliminating human installation errors.
• Installation time is 2-3 seconds for an operator with a power tool, and 4-6 seconds for automation feeding, pick up and installation.

POP NUT vs. Weld Nuts

• The POP NUT does not require back side access in the design of the parent material. They are installed blind from the front side allowing the use of tubular materials.
• The POP NUT can be installed after paint to avoid thread masking or plugging costs as with weld nuts.
• Weld nuts can warp thin materials due to heat. Thinner materials can be used with POP NUT.
• Weld splatter can clog threads causing 100% inspection of weld nuts to insure no clogged threads. This does not happen with POP NUT.
• POP NUT can be installed without damaging galvanized or pre-painted materials. The dust and gas caused by weld nuts is eliminated reducing possible human health issues.

POP NUT vs. Clinch or Pierce Nuts

• The POP NUT does not require backside access in the design of the parent material. They are installed blind from the front side allowing more freedom of design.
• POP NUT has a wider grip range than clinch nuts so the number of parts can be reduced.
• POP NUT can be installed into pre-painted materials reducing finishing costs and thread masking.

POP NUT vs. loose hardware and tapping screws

• POP NUT is captive to the parent material making assembly easier.
• POP NUT makes the joint one sided for a cleaner appearance especially in tubing.
• POP NUT provides 6 full threads for increased thread strength in thinner materials saving weight and eliminating stripping problems and rework.
• POP NUT is a better alternative to tapping or forming screws when the consumer must install the screw.