How to Change the Mandrel on a BP-60 or BP-60c Rivet Nut Tool

We get a lot of questions from people about how to correctly change the mandrel on a riv nut tool. Changing a mandrel is easy once you know how to do it, so here is an easy guide on how to change mandrels on a BP-60 and BP-60c.

How to Change the Mandrel on a BP-60 or BP-60c Rivet Nut Tool

  1. Find a spanner wrench and use it to loosen up the lock nut, located on the nose piece of the tool.
  2. Remove the loosened anvil portion and the lock nut.
  3. Slide the shepherd’s hook through the two exposed holes, pull the lock pin back, and unscrew the mandrel.
  4. Insert the other mandrel, then pull back the lock pin towards the end, and gently wiggle the mandrel to allow the lock pin to engage. You will hear a click.
  5. Remove the shepherd’s hook, and check to make sure the mandrel is locked.
  6. Place the anvil back on the tool, and lock it securely.

Note: An anvil can be set to different lengths, using the lock nut, to expose how many threads required for the riveting tools you are using.

To help you visualize the process, we have also created a video tutorial on how to change a mandrel, in which you can find more in-depth information if needed.

We hope you find this guide helpful, and that in the future you will be able to change your mandrels without a hitch. If you want our rivet experts to answer any other questions, send us an e-mail and we will answer it as soon as we can.

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