3/8" Capacity XL Rivet Nut Drill Adapter Kit - Astro Pneumatic

The Astro Pneumatic ADN38 3/8" Capacity XL Rivet Nut Drill Adapter Kit is engineered to convert standard cordless, pneumatic, or corded drills into a professional-grade power rivet nut setter. This robust adapter provides a reliable solution for creating strong, load-bearing threads in thin materials, suitable for a wide array of automotive and industrial fastening requirements.

Key Features

• Durable Construction: Manufactured from a single piece of CNC machined aluminum billet, ensuring exceptional strength and longevity in demanding shop environments.
• Precision Control: Features smooth bearing control, allowing for consistent and accurate rivet nut installation.
• Versatile Compatibility: Easily transforms various drills, including 12V and up corded drills or 18V and up cordless drills (equipped with a torque-limited clutch), into an efficient rivet nut setter.
• Comprehensive Kit: Includes 8 mandrels and nosepieces, covering a full range of common SAE and Metric rivet nut sizes: 10-24, 1/4-20, 5/16-18, 3/8-16, M5, M6, M8, and M10.
• Material Specific Power Recommendations: For aluminum and steel rivet nuts, a 12V+ corded drill or an 18V+ cordless drill is recommended. For larger sizes (M10 & 3/8”) and all stainless steel rivet nuts, an 18V+ drill is required.

Applications

This professional-grade rivet nut drill adapter kit is an essential tool for technicians and mechanics involved in automotive repair, customization, and fabrication. It is ideal for securely attaching components to body panels, frames, and other sheet metal structures where tapping or welding is not practical. Common uses include installing aftermarket accessories, mounting brackets, repairing stripped threads, and various industrial fastening applications requiring strong, internal threads in thin materials.