Cotter Pin Types

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Cotter pin types.

Clevis pins are used in a clevis and they are usually held in place by cotter pins. A number of rings are available to suit different applications in both steel zinc plated and stainless steel. A cotter pin is easy to install and remove and is commonly used to secure a wheel or machine component on an axle. Choose from our selection of cotter pins including over 900 products in a wide range of styles and sizes.

Cotter pins come in several forms with each designed for a specific kind of assembly. Hairpin clips also called r clips are designed to slip on with no bending required. Hairpin cotter pin more commonly known as an r clip. A cotter pin has a round head and ends that are bent after assembly to be locked in position.

Often cotter pins are used in conjunction with clevis pins. The pin or clip s shape determines its. Extended cotter pin or hammerlock cotter pin. Cotter pin may refer to.

Circle cotter a ring shaped cotter pin. Cotter pins are split pins that are opened outward after passing through a hole. Bow tie locking cotters rue ring locking cotters and infinity s hooks. A cotter pin can be made of steel stainless steel brass or aluminum and.

Use cotter pins to lock a castle nut or secure a clevis pin. Bowtie cotter pin a vibration proof type of r clip that is shaped like a bowtie. A split pin has two long tines that are bent to hold it in place. They are easy to install and remove.

The most common type is the extended cotter pin which has one end that is slightly longer than the other. Available in semi permanent and quick release models installation and removal for these fasteners may require additional pressure or tools. It is commonly split in the middle and has two tines that can be bent around the nut or bolt to secure machinery. Cotter pins and wire clips are penetrating and coupling mechanical fasteners.

It is used for locking and to hold an object in place. Machine pins also referred to as pin fasteners or fastening pins are a type of specialty fastener employed to properly align and join together two parts or components. A cotter pin locks a gear shaft in place. Cotter pins are used to keep parts in position.

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