Retaining Rings
Standard: DIN, ASTM, JIS
Material: Stainless steel, Duplex Steel, Carbon Steel, Brass, Aluminum, etc
Plating: Zinc, Black Oxide, Dacromet, Geomet, Passivate, etc
Size: 1/4”-1”, M3-M48, Customized
MOQ: Accordingly to the size
Description
Retaining rings, also known as snap rings, circlips, or C-Clips, are a type of fastener that hold components or assemblies onto a shaft or in a housing when installed into a groove. Essentially, they act as a removable shoulder that restricts movement and maintains the position of the assembly.
There are different types of retaining rings and they come in various shapes and sizes, including internal (housing) and external (shaft) retaining rings, E-clips, C-clips, and more. Their selection depends on their application or the machinery they are used in.
What makes retaining rings so useful is their simplicity and the efficiency with which they operate. They typically don’t require additional hardware for assembly, making them cost-effective. They’re also efficient in the sense that they take up less space compared to traditional fasteners, and this helps in reducing the weight and size of the assembly.
Moreover, retaining rings are used in various mechanical applications and industries, such as automotive and aerospace engineering, due to their effectiveness in withstanding extreme conditions and heavy loads. They can be made from a variety of materials, including stainless steel, carbon steel, and even certain types of plastics, to suit specific application requirements.
