Cotter Pin Types

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Cotter pin types.

Split pin a metal fastener with two tines that are bent during installation used to fasten metal together like with a staple or rivet. A split pin has two long tines that are bent to hold it in place. A cotter pin can be made of steel stainless steel brass or aluminum and. 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. A cotter pin locks a gear shaft in place. Circle cotter a ring shaped cotter pin. Cotter pins come in several forms with each designed for a specific kind of assembly.

It is commonly split in the middle and has two tines that can be bent around the nut or bolt to secure machinery. Bowtie cotter pin a vibration proof type of r clip that is shaped like a bowtie. Available in semi permanent and quick release models installation and removal for these fasteners may require additional pressure or tools. In stock and ready to ship.

Cotter pins are used to keep parts in position. Hairpin cotter pin more commonly known as an r clip. They are easy to install and remove. It is used for locking and to hold an object in place.

Extended cotter pin or hammerlock cotter pin. Cotter pins and wire clips are penetrating and coupling mechanical fasteners. Some cotter pins are suitable for use as shear pins. Cotter pins include the well known hair pin cotters as well as our unique inventions.

A cotter pin is a fastener that is placed through two holes on one end of a clevis pin. The pin or clip s shape determines its. Clevis pins are used in a clevis and they are usually held in place by cotter pins. Hairpin clips also called r clips are designed to slip on with no bending required.

Cotter pins are split pins that are opened outward after passing through a hole. Cotter pin may refer to. Often cotter pins are used in conjunction with clevis pins. A cotter pin has a round head and ends that are bent after assembly to be locked in position.

Use cotter pins to lock a castle nut or secure a clevis pin. 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.