
Retaining Rings (Circlip)
Features:
Retaining ring (or snap ring) features one or more integral tabs or protrusions designed to engage with a notch or keyway on a shaft or housing. These tabs help prevent rotation and movement of the ring, providing additional stability and security in high-vibration or high-load applications.
Based on the installation position, it can be categorized into shaft and hole types:
For shaft applications: The retaining ring is installed on the designated shaft. Depending on the installation method, it can be classified as fastening (axial installation) or bearing support (radial installation).
For bore applications: The retaining ring is installed on the designated bore and groove.
Spiral Retaining Ring:
Spiral Retaining Ring is a type of earless retaining ring that consists of a coiled, flat metal strip wound into multiple turns to fit into a groove on a shaft or inside a bore. Unlike traditional snap rings, it has no ears (lugs or protrusions), making it ideal for applications where a smooth and uninterrupted circular profile is required.
Materials:
Spring Steel SAE1050~SAE1090
Stainless Steel: type301, type304, type420
Finishes:
Black Oxide, Phosphate, Nickel Plating, Zinc Plating
Packing:
Stacked, Bulk, Plastic Shrink Wrapped
Axially Assembled
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S
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S Series External Retaining Rings (Shaft)JIS B 2804
DIN 471 -
IS
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IS Series External Retaining Rings (Shaft)OCHIAI: ISTW -
R
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R Series Internal Retaining Rings (Housing)JIS B 2804
DIN 472 -
IR
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IR Series Internal Retaining Rings (Housing)OCHIAI: IRTW
Radially Assembled
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E
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E Series External Rings (Shaft)JIS B 2805
DIN 6799 -
CT
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CT Series External Rings (Shaft)WALDES: 5103
How to use retaining rings?
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Axially Assembled
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Radially Assembled
Packaging
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Stacked Packing
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Bulk Packing
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Plastic Shrink Wrapped