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Aerospace Fasteners Basics

Find the aviation fasteners your business needs

By Ben Hahn, Freelance Writer
Aerospace fasteners used in the manufacture or repair of aircraft can include bolts, nuts, rivets, pins and collars. There are a wide number of aircraft fasteners manufacturers, most of which will conform to the standards designed by the Aerospace Industries Association. There are a number of different standards for commercial or military aircraft, and many manufacturers also have their own set of standards.

It's a good idea to understand some aerospace fasteners basics before starting a search for the aerospace bolts or rivets your company needs. There are a number of distributors and manufacturers selling thousands of different varieties of fasteners. Familiarize yourself with the options available to your company:
  1. Better understand national aerospace standards.
  2. Find distributors selling aerospace fasteners from a number of leading manufacturers.
  3. Purchase aerospace fasteners online conforming to military standards.

 

Purchase aviation fasteners conforming to the correct national aerospace standard

There are a number of aircraft fastener specifications, including military (MS), Air Force-Navy (AN), Boeing and National Aerospace Standard (NAS). The majority of commercial aircraft fastener manufacturers create products conforming to NAS.
Try: The Aerospace Industries Association provides access to National Aerospace standards online as well as military standards. You can purchase and download thousands of aircraft fastener standards from Techstreet as well.

Find an aerospace fastener distributor offering thousands of products online

Some of the top aerospace rivet and fastener manufacturers include Cherry, Alcoa, Fairchild and Monogram. Rather than look through each manufacturer's catalog, you can find certified distributors online offering access to thousands of fasteners from the top manufacturers.
Try: Peerless is an approved supplier of most aerospace manufacturers, and carry products including Monogram aerospace fasteners and Cherry fasteners. Aero Fastener is a distributor representing a number of aerospace fastener manufacturers. Use their website to search their stock for the part you need.

Purchase military aerospace fasteners from online manufacturers or distributors

If your business deals with military aircraft or vehicles designed with military specifications, you need aerospace fasteners that comply with military standards. Some fastener distributors and manufacturers carry products for an array of standards, while others focus specifically on fasteners for military applications.
Try: The Fastener Group provides thousands of military fasteners. Their online catalog allows customers to search by part number or view the entire inventory, making it easy to find the fastener you're looking for. Mil-Spec Fasteners specializes in fasteners for all kinds of military vehicles, including aircraft. They have an immense inventory, with hundreds of millions of parts in stock, and have intimate knowledge about all aspects of the aerospace fastener industry.

 

  • Many aerospace fasteners manufacturers create similar products. If brand name is not an issue but price is, request price quotes from multiple manufacturers to find the best deal on the fastener your business needs.

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