Aluminum Back Up Plate - 1/8 In Hole - Heli Coil Products

The Heli-Coil Products 57661 Aluminum Back Up Plate with a 1/8 inch hole is an essential component designed to provide robust support during riveting operations. This specialized back-up plate reinforces material, particularly in applications utilizing POP rivets, ensuring a stronger and more consistent fastening result. Crafted from high-quality aluminum, it helps professional technicians and mechanics achieve reliable installations, preventing material deformation or pull-through on softer or thinner substrates.

Key Features

• Durable Aluminum Construction: Manufactured from resilient aluminum, offering a balance of strength and lightweight handling for repetitive use.
• Precision 1/8 Inch Hole: Features a precisely engineered 1/8 inch (0.125") hole, ideally sized for common POP rivet diameters.
• Optimized for Riveting: Specifically designed to function as a back-up washer for blind riveting applications, enhancing the integrity of the joint.
• Material Reinforcement: Provides critical support to prevent material cracking, distortion, or pull-through, especially in softer materials like sheet metal or plastics.
• Consistent Fastener Installation: Ensures a flush and secure rivet set, contributing to a professional finish and long-lasting repair.

Applications

This aluminum back-up plate is invaluable across a range of professional settings, including automotive body repair, industrial assembly, HVAC, and general fabrication. It is particularly beneficial when riveting in areas where the base material is thin, brittle, or requires additional structural support to accommodate the expansion of a blind rivet. Utilize it for panel attachment, bracket installation, and any application demanding reinforced rivet integrity.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Heli Coil Products
• Model Number: 57661
• Material: Aluminum
• Hole Size: 1/8 Inch (0.125")