Cotter Pin Types

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

Cotter pin types.

Clevis pins are used in a clevis and they are usually held in place by cotter pins. A cotter pin is easy to install and remove and is commonly used to secure a wheel or machine component on an axle. 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.

Extended cotter pin or hammerlock cotter pin. 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. They are easy to install and remove.

A number of rings are available to suit different applications in both steel zinc plated and stainless steel. Often cotter pins are used in conjunction with clevis pins. 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.

Choose from our selection of cotter pins including over 900 products in a wide range of styles and sizes. Bow tie locking cotters rue ring locking cotters and infinity s hooks. The most common type is the extended cotter pin which has one end that is slightly longer than the other. Hairpin cotter pin more commonly known as an r clip.

In stock and ready to ship. It is commonly split in the middle and has two tines that can be bent around the nut or bolt to secure machinery. The pin or clip s shape determines its. A cotter pin is a fastener that is placed through two holes on one end of a clevis pin.

Circle cotter a ring shaped cotter pin. Cotter pins and wire clips are penetrating and coupling mechanical fasteners. Cotter pins are split pins that are opened outward after passing through a hole. Hairpin clips also called r clips are designed to slip on with no bending required.

Cotter pins include the well known hair pin cotters as well as our unique inventions. Types of pins clevis cotter hairpin cotter. 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.

A cotter pin has a round head and ends that are bent after assembly to be locked in position. Cotter pins come in several forms with each designed for a specific kind of assembly.