Setting rivnuts using the E-008 Battery powered Tool
The E-008 is our economy battery-powered tool for setting rivnuts (M3 to M6) in all materials. It is simple to use and easy to set up. This quick guide shows how to set a typical standard rivnut into metal.
1. Check tool battery is powered up.
Ensure the tool battery has at least two indicator battery lights. The E-008 comes with a standard Element One rechargeable battery and recharging unit.
2. Ensure the mandrel on the tool matches with the rivnut size.
To remove the mandrel:
Remove the battery. Unscrew the ring, then remove the Anvil and Locknut unit.
Sperate the Anvil and Locknut unit from the Front Sleeve by unscrewing (fig 1).
Separate the mandrel (fig 2).
To fit a mandrel:
Screw Anvil and Locknut into Front Sleeve and insert mandrel (fig 3).
Place onto the tool by aligning the LEDs with the small notches (fig 4).
Screw silver ring back on (fig 5).
3. Set the stroke.
Set the reverse button on the unit to the ‘screwing’ position (pushed in on the right side).
Turn the stroke setting dial on the back to set the stroke number scale from 0 (min) to 9 (max).
It is recommended to start at ‘2’ and perform tests until correct scale is achieved.
4. Load the Rivnut
- Screw the rivnut onto the mandrel until just one thread is showing.
- Tighten the anvil and locknut (fig 6).
5. Set the rivnut
Insert the rivnut through the installation hole – ensuring it is level and square.
Press the trigger to set the rivnut and slowly pull back on the tool to enable the release of the tool(fig 7).
Check the rivnut has set correctly and obtained the desired deformation (see chart).
If more or less stroke is required then adjust stroke setting dial and reset rivnut.
Tool release
If the tool was not released at the end of the installation cycle try setting the reverse button to unscrew.
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