The Advantages of Using Bobtails
                     The Advantages of Using Huck® Bobtails® 
 
Introduction 
Introducing the BobTail®, the epitome of advanced fastening technology. Designed to tackle 
the demands of diverse assembly applications, the Huck® BobTail® combines safety, quiet 
operation, and a unique pintail-less design. This exceptional fastener delivers unmatched 
performance and reliability. Available in various sizes, both in Grade 5 and Grade 8, the 
BobTail® meets the challenges head-on, ensuring secure and efficient fastening solutions. 
What are the Advantages of Using Huck® Bobtails®? 
With Huck® BobTail®, fasteners can be securely installed in under two seconds each, 
providing unparalleled installation efficiency. Moreover, Huck® BobTail ®exhibits 
exceptional fatigue strength, exceeding conventional nuts and bolts by a factor of five. 
The BobTail stands out with its unique, no-break-off pintail, providing exceptional corrosion 
resistance in its class. It incorporates advanced, low-swage technology that allows for easy 
installation with a lightweight and ergonomic Huck® Bolt® tool. When considering the total 
cost of Blind fasteners, including installation and inspection labour, the BobTail often 
delivers a lower overall installed cost. 
Here are some advantages of using Huck® Bobtail® for easy and everlasting impact. 
1. Rapidly Installed: Typically completed in less than two seconds 
2. Innovative low-swage technology enables lightweight, ergonomic tooling. 
3. The no-break pintail stands out for its exceptional corrosion resistance, ranking as 
the best in its class. 
4. Rapid visual examination guarantees a high-quality connection. 
Huck® Bobtail® Installation Process 
Huck® Bobtail® uses an easy installation process to give quick and lasting efficiency. Here 
are some installation advantages that Huck® Bobtails® provide. 
1. The pintail-less design provides several advantages. It reduces noise and eliminates 
waste, resulting in improved corrosion resistance. 
2. The installation indicator offers a visual representation of the successful installation 
process. 
3. The collar material is permanently and vibration-proof connected by swaging it into 
the lock grooves. 
4. Using low-swage technology, tooling is faster and lighter, and the ergonomically 
designed tooling improves longevity. 
The easy installation process requires less time and lasts longer, saving time and energy. The 
four-step process is easy to understand and follow. 
1. Secure the collar onto the pin by placing the pin in the designated hole, then rotating 
the collar onto the pin. 
2. The installation Huck® Bolt® tool is designed for annular pull grooves. Upon 
activation, a puller located in the nose assembly draws the pin into the Huck® Bolt® 
tool, causing the swaging anvil to apply pressure on the collar, effectively closing any 
gaps in the sheet metal component. 
3. Upon reaching a predefined force, the anvil initiates the swaging process, driving the 
collar into the pin's lock grooves. This continuous swaging action extends both the 
collar and the pin, forming a precise and secure clamp. 
4. Upon completion of swaging the collar into the pin lock grooves, the tool facilitates 
the ejection of these fasteners and releases the puller, thus completing the 
sequence. 
Conclusion 
With no gap in the metal-to-metal contact, Huck® Bobtail® provides a secure connection 
that works even in the severest environments. With tight security, the swaged Bobtail collar 
forms a connection that resists vibrations and lasts for years.  
With the ease of installation, the Bobtail sets a new standard for utility and productivity. 
With its cost-effective and time-saving qualities, the Huck® Bobtail® represents a new class 
of Huck Bolts®.