{"product_id":"rivet-brass-lever-pack-of-24-01563-p024","title":"Rivet Brass Lever (Pack of 24) - 01563","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eRivet Brass Lever (Pack of 24) | Part No. 01563\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .product-section { max-width: 100%; margin: 2rem 0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #333; }\n  .accordion-item { border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; }\n  .accordion-header { display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 2rem 0; cursor: pointer; background: none; border: none; width: 100%; text-align: left; color: #333; }\n  .accordion-header:hover, .accordion-header:focus { color: #333; background: none; outline: none; }\n  .accordion-title { font-size: 1.5rem; font-weight: 500; }\n  .accordion-icon { font-size: 1.5rem; }\n  .accordion-item.active .accordion-icon { transform: rotate(180deg); }\n  .accordion-content { max-height: 0; overflow: hidden; }\n  .accordion-item.active .accordion-content { max-height: none; }\n  .accordion-content-inner { font-size: 1.4rem; line-height: 1.7; color: #555; padding-bottom: 2rem; }\n  .accordion-content-inner p { margin: 0 0 1rem 0; }\n  .accordion-content-inner ul { margin: 0 0 1rem 0; padding-left: 2rem; }\n  .accordion-content-inner h3 { font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: 600; color: #333; margin: 1.5rem 0 0.5rem 0; }\n  .specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; }\n  .specs-table th, .specs-table td { border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.75rem 1rem; font-size: 1.4rem; text-align: left; }\n  .specs-table th { background-color: #f5f5f5; font-weight: 600; color: #333; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"accordion-header\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-title\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-icon\"\u003e⌄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 01563 Rivet Brass Lever (Pack of 24) is the OEM pivot rivet for fire extinguisher operating lever assemblies that use brass valve bodies. While the aluminum-valve series uses the 01060 aluminum rivet, brass valve assemblies require a material-matched brass rivet to prevent galvanic corrosion at the pivot point. The 01563 is precision-sized for the lever pivot hole of brass valve extinguishers, providing the exact interference fit needed for a secure, wobble-free lever action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe fire extinguisher operating lever rivet is one of the smallest but most functionally critical fire extinguisher parts in the entire valve assembly. A worn, corroded, or improperly sized rivet allows lateral play in the lever — commonly called \"lever slop\" — which reduces the mechanical advantage of the discharge trigger and can prevent the valve stem from being fully depressed. This is one of the most frequently cited fire extinguisher inspection deficiencies during NFPA 10 annual reviews, and the 01563 24-pack ensures service shops always have the correct brass rivet on hand for high-volume repair operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eFor fire equipment maintenance services contractors managing brass valve extinguisher fleets, keeping both the 01063 aluminum and 01563 brass rivet packs in inventory eliminates the risk of cross-installing incompatible materials — a mistake that would cause galvanic corrosion and accelerated wear at the lever pivot over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"accordion-header\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-title\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-icon\"\u003e⌄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e01563 (Pack of 24)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFire extinguisher operating lever pivot — brass valve series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLever pivot rivet for brass valve assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 rivets per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Original\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"accordion-header\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-title\"\u003eMaintenance \u0026amp; Compliance (NFPA 10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-icon\"\u003e⌄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eLever Wobble Audit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDuring every annual fire extinguisher inspection, check the operating lever for lateral play by grasping it and applying gentle side-to-side force. Any detectable wobble indicates the brass rivet has worn or the pivot holes have enlarged. Replace the 01563 rivet immediately — a lever with excessive play is a mechanical deficiency under NFPA 10 and must be corrected before the unit is returned to service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e12-Year Overhaul Best Practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eReplace the 01563 lever rivet during every 12-year hydrostatic overhaul as a best practice, even if the existing rivet appears intact. This resets the mechanical service life of the lever assembly and eliminates the risk of latent fatigue failure. Document the replacement on the fire extinguisher service tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Protocol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eInstall the 01563 using a dedicated rivet press rather than a hammer and punch. A press delivers consistent, uniform flare across the rivet head, creating a permanent mechanical lock without damaging the brass valve body bore. After installation, verify zero lateral play in the lever before reassembling the valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"accordion-header\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-title\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-icon\"\u003e⌄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the 01563 and the 01060\/01064 rivets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 01563 is a brass rivet for brass valve operating levers. The 01060 and 01064 are aluminum rivets for aluminum valve assemblies. Using an aluminum rivet in a brass valve creates a galvanic couple that accelerates corrosion at the pivot point. Always match the rivet material to the valve body material using the fire extinguisher parts list for your specific model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eWhy use a rivet instead of a bolt for the lever pivot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eA rivet provides a permanent, tamper-resistant pivot that cannot loosen from vibration. Bolts and pins can back out over time, creating lever slop and potential discharge failure. The fire extinguisher handle rivet is the industry-standard pivot hardware because it delivers a reliable mechanical interlock for the life of the valve assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\ndocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n  document.querySelectorAll('.accordion-header').forEach(h =\u003e h.addEventListener('click', function() { this.parentElement.classList.toggle('active'); }));\n});\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Rivet Brass Lever (Pack of 24) | Part No. 01563\",\n  \"description\": \"OEM brass lever pivot rivet for fire extinguisher brass valve assembly operating levers. 24-pack (P\/N 01563). Material-matched to brass valve bodies to prevent galvanic corrosion. 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