As the lazy tong riveter relies on a single action to operate, it can reduce hand fatigue when compared to a plier style rivet gun. It is also more useful for riveting in hard to reach places. However, as the lazy tong riveters require more space to operate correctly, it is not as suitable for applications in more space-limiting environments. If you're looking for the perfect tool for your job, feel free to ask our experts for specialised advice. Air Compressor - Ensure the air compressor you buy is powerful enough to keep a pneumatic rivet gun running effectively.

Rivets are extremely common throughout production, assembly, manufacturing, and engineering jobs as a potent alternative to welding. Large assembly or engineering projects use thousands upon thousands of rivets, making rivet guns a must-have in these situations. Riveting - They are most effective when riveting. They can be used on aluminium, stainless steel, and plastic rivets.When it comes to air compressors, it's better to have too much than too little. Larger air tanks keep your rivet gun performing effortlessly over longer periods of time.

RS PRO aims to be your go-to brand for reliability and value for money. We source great parts at great prices and test everything with our in-house experts to ensure the quality you need. Pneumatic rivet guns - Pneumatic rivet guns are powered by a robust air compressor that's separate to the rivet gun. As a result, pneumatic rivet guns are small and lightweight, but extremely powerful and tethered to the compressor.The robust durable construction is designed to withstand continuous and repetitive applications and is supplied complete with five interchangeable nozzles for all popular rivet sizes of 2.4. 3.2, 4, 4.8 or 6.4mm diameters and can be used with aluminium, steel and stainless-steel rivets. The Faithfull lazy tong or concertina style riveter, is a powerful riveting tool that can be used with only one hand without any loss of efficiency. This heavy-duty riveter features an aluminium alloy body with a three-jaw gripping action, steel fitments, nozzles and concertina rods with an ergonomic rear handle. This industrial grade tool is perfect for use in garages, coachworks, boat building yards, agricultural machine workshops, construction and general maintenance workshops.