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Retaining Ring Pliers

Flat-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers

Hold open retaining rings without holes, such as flat- and pointed-tip lock rings. Also known as Eaton-style, constant-section, and horseshoe snap rings.

Parallel-Jaw Flat-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers

The jaws on these pliers move parallel to each other for a good grip when holding open retaining rings without holes.

Heavy Duty Flat-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers

Often used to hold open retaining rings without holes, these pliers have a forged construction for strength, durability, and a long life.

Fixed-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers

Install and remove rings inside a bore or around a shaft.

Fixed-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

Install and remove rings inside a bore or around a shaft. Adjust the jaw to switch from internal to external retaining ring types.

Heavy Duty Fixed-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers

The forged construction provides high strength for durability and long life.

Heavy Duty Fixed-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

The pliers in these sets have a forged construction, which provides high strength for durability and long life.

Nonsparking Fixed-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers

Made of beryllium copper that is FM approved, these pliers satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present.

Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers

The handle locks in place to hold rings open or closed for easier installation and removal.

Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

The pliers in these sets have a handle that locks in place to hold rings open or closed for easier installation and removal. Change tips to use a different size or angle.

Heavy Duty Changeable-Tip
Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

The forged construction provides high strength for durability and long life. Use the included hex key to change tips for a different size or angle.

Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

Change tips to use a different size or angle.

Electrical-Insulating Changeable-Tip
Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These pliers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet ASTM F1505.

Screwdriver-Style Changeable-Tip
Retaining Ring Tools

Twist the handle to open and close the jaws. Change tips for a different size or angle using a hex key.

T-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools

Working with large retaining rings is easier with a T-handle. Turn it to open and close the jaws. Change tips for a different size or angle using the included hex key.

Sliding-Arm Fixed Tip Retaining Ring Tools

The arms slide along the handle and lock into place with thumb screws. Use these tools to install and remove rings inside a bore or around a shaft.

E-Style Side-Mount Retaining Ring Installation Tools

Slide the retaining ring in between the jaws of the tool and push the ring onto a shaft.

E- and C-Style Side-Mount Retaining
Ring Installation and Removal Tools

The spring on one end of the tool holds the retaining ring in position for installation and the hook on the other end is for removal.

Poodle-Style Side-Mount
Retaining Ring Installation Tools

Install rings that have wide "ears." Slide the retaining ring in between the jaws of the tool and push the ring onto a shaft.