The MINARB® is a miniature ANCHOR® RIVET BUSH designed for applications where space or distance to the sheet edge is at a premium. Weight saving is one reason the MINARB® may be selected. A stand-off version (MINOFF) allows the body length to be specified, thus providing a captive threaded spacer.
Advantages
- Ideal for both thinner and harder sheet metals
- Can be installed by hand or automatic methods
- Suitable for use in punched or drilled holes
- Can be supplied for sheet thickness from 0.5mm to 3.1mm
- Can be installed close to edge of sheet
- Provides almost flush finish
Design Guide
Hole Size in Sheet
Holes may be punched or drilled and a tolerance of -0.00 +0.1mm should be maintained.
Installation
It is essential that the correct design of riveting punch is always used (see Assembly Punch data). For consistent results a press is recommended, however small quantities may be installed using hand tools.
Stand-Off Types
Where minimum projection is not essential there are performance advantages in specifying the next larger shank code.
Direction of Load
Although the mating component can be fastened to either side of the bush, maximum performance will be achieved when fastening to the riveted shank side.
Technical Data
Standard Material: Mild Steel (S)
Standard Material: Zinc & Clear Trivalent Passivation (Z)
Other materials and finishes possible on quotation.
Dimensions
MINOFF - Lengths Available ('L')
How to Specify
How to Assemble
MINARB® can be installed using both an “impact” and a “squeeze” action, allowing both hand and machine installation. Sheet hardness is not critical as the bush deforms rather than the sheet, during installation.
Methods
- Punch a hole in the metal sheet to the size recommended in our technical data table. Deburring of the hole is not recommended.
- Insert the serrated shank through the hole in the sheet.
- Using the profiled punch detailed below, rivet the shank, spreading and flattening it onto the face of the sheet.
Punch Detail
Water quench pilot end from 820°C, Temper at 260°C
Performance Data
Note: The above values are averages when correct installation is performed. Variations in holes, size, material and installation will affect these results. For specific advice we strongly recommend consultation with your PSM technology Centre.
Tests conducted using a steel MINARB® – 008 shank code into 1.5mm sheet. For unified see equivalent metric size.
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