Lockbolt installation sequence
Step 1
- Pin placed into prepared hole
- Collar placed over pin
Step 2
- Tool is placed over the fastener pintail and activated
- Pin head pulled against material
- Anvil pushes collar against joint
- Initial clamp generated
Step 3
- Tool swages collar, increasing clamp
Step 4
- Pintail breaks, installation complete
Blind Fastener installation sequence
Step 1
- Pin placed into prepared hole
- Tool is placed over the fastener pintail
Step 2
- Tool activated
- Deforming of blind side begins
Step 3
- Joint tightened
- Internal locking mechanism formed
Step 4
- Pintail breaks, installation complete