Cotter Pin Types

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Cotter pin types.

Hairpin cotter pin more commonly known as an r clip. Cotter pins are used to keep parts in position. A cotter pin is a fastener that is placed through two holes on one end of 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.

A cotter pin has a round head and ends that are bent after assembly to be locked in position. The pin or clip s shape determines its. A cotter pin is easy to install and remove and is commonly used to secure a wheel or machine component on an axle. Cotter pins are split pins that are opened outward after passing through a hole.

Split pin a metal fastener with two tines that are bent during installation used to fasten metal together like with a staple or rivet. Cotter pin may refer to. Hairpin clips also called r clips are designed to slip on with no bending required. Circle cotter a ring shaped cotter pin.

They are easy to install and remove. Some cotter pins are suitable for use as shear pins. It is used for locking and to hold an object in place. Often cotter pins are used in conjunction with clevis pins.

Cotter pins and wire clips are penetrating and coupling mechanical fasteners. It is commonly split in the middle and has two tines that can be bent around the nut or bolt to secure machinery. A number of rings are available to suit different applications in both steel zinc plated and stainless steel. Cotter pins include the well known hair pin cotters as well as our unique inventions.

In stock and ready to ship. The most common type is the extended cotter pin which has one end that is slightly longer than the other. Use cotter pins to lock a castle nut or secure a clevis pin. A cotter pin can be made of steel stainless steel brass or aluminum and.

A cotter pin locks a gear shaft in place. Available in semi permanent and quick release models installation and removal for these fasteners may require additional pressure or tools. Bowtie cotter pin a vibration proof type of r clip that is shaped like a bowtie. Cotter pins come in several forms with each designed for a specific kind of assembly.

Types of pins clevis cotter hairpin cotter. Extended cotter pin or hammerlock cotter pin.