The Chicago Pneumatic CP988 series covers production blind riveting with three tools: the CP9886 pulls steel blind rivets to 5.0 mm at 2,778 lb of force, the CP9887 reaches 7.8 mm at 4,630 lb, and the CP9888 sets rivet nuts from M3 to M12 in all materials. A cold-insulating composite handle, low kickback and a 360-degree rotating air connection keep one-side-access fastening comfortable through production shifts.
Each tool feeds from a 1/4 in. NPT inlet at 90 psi, drawing 6 to 9 CFM, and ships with a nosepiece set three with the CP9886, ten with the CP9887 and seven with the CP9888. For squeezing solid aerospace rivets, the companion CP42 series rivet squeezers handle shop-head work, while demolition-class rivet cutting on structural steel calls for our pneumatic rivet busters. An in-line lubricator upstream extends air-motor life on production lines.
- CP9886: steel blind rivets to 5.0 mm, 2,778 lb pulling force, 3.75 lb, ships with 3 nosepieces
- CP9887: steel blind rivets to 7.8 mm, 4,630 lb pulling force, 5.51 lb, ships with 10 nosepieces
- CP9888: rivet nut tool for M3 to M12 inserts in all materials, 4.85 lb, ships with 7 nosepieces
- Industrial-grade aluminum alloy cylinder with cold-insulating composite handle
- 360-degree rotating air connection; 1/4 in. NPT inlet drawing 6-9 CFM at 90 psi
- 78 dB(A) sound pressure for production fastening on body panels, HVAC, trailers and sheet metal
- Stocked by Crowder Supply in Denver
CP988 Series FAQ
Which CP988 model sets rivet nuts?
The CP9888 it installs rivet nuts from M3 to M12 in all materials, weighs 4.85 lb and ships with 7 nosepieces.
What blind rivet sizes can the riveters pull?
The series covers steel and stainless blind rivets from 3.0 to 7.8 mm: the CP9886 pulls up to 5.0 mm at 2,778 lb of force, and the CP9887 reaches 7.8 mm at 4,630 lb.
What air supply do they need?
Each tool feeds from a 1/4 in. NPT inlet and draws 69 CFM at 90 psi depending on model, with a 360-degree rotating air connection that keeps the hose out of the work.
Is a riveter the same as a rivet buster?
No these riveters set fasteners in assembly work, while a rivet buster is a demolition-class hammer that shears old rivets and breaks concrete; the rivet buster buyer’s guide covers that tool family.
