Panel clinching methods and apparatus

Details Panel clinching methods and apparatus Panel clinching methods and apparatus

1995-11-08

1999-03-23

Vo, Peter

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Assembling or joining

294322, 29798, B23P 1900, B23P 1100

Patent

active

058843868

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and method for forming a clinched joint between at least two panels with a rivet or slug by driving the rivet or slug into the at least two panels thereby outwardly deforming at least the inner end of the slug or rivet. Rings or components forming parts of the joint can be secured to the panels wherein the rings or components are acting as the dies for forming the joint.

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