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Dimple & Die Set # 5102D-1/8
MFR Model# 5102D-1/8
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| This product is a clever way to set dimple in sheet metal using a pop riveter. Just place both halves on the sheet metal insert in your riveter and squeeze to form a perfect dimple. |
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amazing tool! inexpensive and sturdy.
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Dimple & Die Set # 5102D-1/8
Works Great at a reasonable cost.
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Dimple & Die Set # 5102D-1/8
Haven’t needed this yet
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Dimple & Die Set # 5102D-1/8
This dimple set works great for the holes the squeezer can’t reach.
Dimples in a .038 aluminum sheet were excellent. It likely can do harder or thicker materials too. Comes with only five standard stainless steel nails with diameter fitting the rivet holes. I broke the first nail after 15 dimples. Beware: when the nail breaks, the die shoots off, and the tiny thing is hard to find in a crammed workshop.
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Dimple & Die Set # 5102D-1/8
This product works as advertised but is not terribly durable. The dimple degrades over a short time. Additionally, the center shaft (nail) fails after a half dozen dimples. It’s good that a spare is provided. This will allow for maybe a dozen dimples. Then you must find a replacement “nail” to continue. For the price, though, it does work.
Does it dimple? Yes. Picture is deceiving. The shaft that you pull with a squeezer is not anything special. It is simply a nail. Thats it. A hardware store nail you would drive into a piece of wood. Its also a little smaller than 1/8 which doesnt help the die center on the dimple. Also the nail heads arent straight so the die gets squeezed at an angle.
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Please note, Aircraft Spruce Australia's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce Australia assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.
