Fasteners for Aluminum
jdzaharia
Reg. Apr 2006
Posted 2019-04-11 10:45 AM (#172315)
Subject: Fasteners for Aluminum



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 I'd like to install some aluminum brackets in my aluminum trailer.  Should I use stainless steel screws?  Should I use aluminum rivets?  Are aluminum rivets all aluminum, or do they have other materials in them?  Thanks for any input you have.
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DLR
Reg. Jul 2004
Posted 2019-04-12 2:44 AM (#172318 - in reply to #172315)
Subject: RE: Fasteners for Aluminum


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You can  buy 100% aluminum rivets.  Many pop rivets will have a steel center so be sure to read.
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DaveSmithJr
Reg. Apr 2022
Posted 2022-04-20 7:31 AM (#185243 - in reply to #172315)
Subject: RE: Fasteners for Aluminum


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As I know, aluminum does not have anti-corrosion properties, so it's best for you to use stainless steel screws.
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DaveSmithJr
Reg. Apr 2022
Posted 2022-04-22 4:01 AM (#185247 - in reply to #172315)
Subject: RE: Fasteners for Aluminum


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As I know, aluminum does not have anti-corrosion properties, so it's best for you to use stainless steel screws. As for me, they are stronger than aluminum and do not corrode, unlike other materials. When I was doing repairs on my villa, I needed to fix the roof firmly and I also needed stainless steel bolts. I thought for a long time whether they would be stronger than aluminum or titanium and came to the conclusion that it was necessary to take a risk and buy stainless steel bolts. In addition, then there was a sale on them on the Skrooz website, where I often buy building materials, so I did not hesitate to order these bolts. After a while, I realized that I was not mistaken in my choice, so I advise you to buy them.
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hearpary
Reg. Jun 2022
Posted 2022-06-30 4:14 AM (#185332 - in reply to #172315)
Subject: RE: Fasteners for Aluminum


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Why not, metal doesn't seem to affect anything.
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