Cotter Pin Types

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Cotter pin types.

A cotter pin is easy to install and remove and is commonly used to secure a wheel or machine component on an axle. It is commonly split in the middle and has two tines that can be bent around the nut or bolt to secure machinery. Extended cotter pin or hammerlock cotter pin. Types of pins clevis cotter hairpin cotter.

They are easy to install and remove. The pin or clip s shape determines its. Use cotter pins to lock a castle nut or secure a clevis pin. Often cotter pins are used in conjunction with clevis pins.

Cotter pins come in several forms with each designed for a specific kind of assembly. Available in semi permanent and quick release models installation and removal for these fasteners may require additional pressure or tools. It is used for locking and to hold an object in place. A split pin has two long tines that are bent to hold it in place.

Cotter pins are split pins that are opened outward after passing through a hole. Hairpin cotter pin more commonly known as an r clip. Cotter pins include the well known hair pin cotters as well as our unique inventions. A number of rings are available to suit different applications in both steel zinc plated and stainless steel.

Cotter pin may refer to. 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 pins are used to keep parts in position. Bowtie cotter pin a vibration proof type of r clip that is shaped like a bowtie.

Cotter pins and wire clips are penetrating and coupling mechanical fasteners. Bow tie locking cotters rue ring locking cotters and infinity s hooks. Clevis pins are used in a clevis and they are usually held in place by cotter pins. 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.

Circle cotter a ring shaped cotter pin. Some cotter pins are suitable for use as shear pins. A cotter pin can be made of steel stainless steel brass or aluminum and. Choose from our selection of cotter pins including over 900 products in a wide range of styles and sizes.

A cotter pin has a round head and ends that are bent after assembly to be locked in position. A cotter pin is a fastener that is placed through two holes on one end of a clevis pin.