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Retaining Rings

External Retaining Rings

External Retaining Rings

Secure components on a shaft with our go-to external retaining rings

Push-On External Retaining Rings

Push-On External Retaining Rings

Push on the shaft without tools for a grip that forms with no groove

High-Load External Retaining Rings

High-Load External Retaining Rings

Thick external rings manufactured for high-load applications

Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

When you can't access the ends of a shaft, install rings from the side

Spiral External Retaining Rings

Spiral External Retaining Rings

Install coiled external rings by hand without the need for tools

Internal Retaining Rings

Internal Retaining Rings

Secure components inside a housing or bore with our go-to internal retaining rings

Reinforced Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Reinforced Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Rings for increased resistance to vibration, shock, and speed

Crimp-On External Retaining Rings

Crimp-On External Retaining Rings

Squeeze tight and crimp these rings into the groove with your everyday pliers

Tight-Clearance Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Tight-Clearance Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Fit into tight spaces where other rings can’t

High-Load Spiral External Retaining Rings

High-Load Spiral External Retaining Rings

Stand up to stronger forces with thick external spiral rings

Self-Locking External Retaining Rings

Self-Locking External Retaining Rings

Thicker than standard rings to grip the shaft without a groove

Tight-Hold Bowed Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Tight-Hold Bowed Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

Install from the side and hold on tight for the long haul

Speared Ends External Retaining Rings

Speared Ends External Retaining Rings

Grip the speared ends for more leverage and easier installation and removal

Push-On Internal Retaining Rings

Push-On Internal Retaining Rings

Push in a housing or bore without tools for a grip that forms with no groove

Side-Mount, Tapered External, Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

Side-Mount, Tapered External, Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

Cover all bases with multiple retaining ring types and styles

Spiral Internal Retaining Rings

Spiral Internal Retaining Rings

Install coiled internal rings by hand without the need for tools

Mil. Spec. External Retaining Rings

Mil. Spec. External Retaining Rings

Manufactured and tested to strict U.S. military standards

High-Load Spiral Internal Retaining Rings

High-Load Spiral Internal Retaining Rings

Stand up to stronger forces with thick internal spiral rings

Tight-Clearance Inverted External Retaining Rings

Tight-Clearance Inverted External Retaining Rings

The lugs on these rings point inward for better clearance in tight assemblies

Tight-Clearance Inverted Internal Retaining Rings

Tight-Clearance Inverted Internal Retaining Rings

The lugs on these rings point outward for better clearance in tight assemblies

High-Load Internal Retaining Rings

High-Load Internal Retaining Rings

Thick internal rings manufactured for high-load applications

High-Load Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

High-Load Side-Mount External Retaining Rings

The "poodle" profile takes on more force than standard side-mount rings

Tight-Hold Bowed External Retaining Rings

Tight-Hold Bowed External Retaining Rings

External rings that hold on tight for longer than standard

Clip-On External Retaining Rings

Clip-On External Retaining Rings

A tab locks them into place for quick assembly, even in imprecise grooves

Push-On External Retaining Rings Assortment

Push-On External Retaining Rings Assortment

A range of external retaining rings that don't require a groove for installation

Tight-Hold Internal-Tooth Internal Retaining Rings

Tight-Hold Internal-Tooth Internal Retaining Rings

More contact points keep your ring from tilting, bending, and falling off

Side-Mount External Retaining Rings Assortment

Side-Mount External Retaining Rings Assortment

Stock up on these rings for when access to the end of the shaft is limited

Tapered and Side-Mount External Retaining Rings Assortment

Tapered and Side-Mount External Retaining Rings Assortment

Grab an assortment of tapered and side-mount external retaining rings

Tight-Hold Bowed Internal Retaining Rings

Tight-Hold Bowed Internal Retaining Rings

Internal rings that hold on tight for longer than the standard

External Retaining Rings Assortment

External Retaining Rings Assortment

Stock up on our go-to external retaining rings in a range of sizes

Constant-Section External Retaining Rings

Constant-Section External Retaining Rings

A low profile without taper for uniform stress distribution

Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

Stock up on our go-to internal retaining rings in a range of sizes

External and Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

External and Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

External and internal tapered rings in a range of sizes

Spiral External and Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

Spiral External and Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

Wind spiral retaining rings of many sizes into grooves

Push-On Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

Push-On Internal Retaining Rings Assortment

A range of internal retaining rings that don't require a groove for installation

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Hold bearings, bushings, pulleys, and gears in place on threaded shafts and spindles

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Press nuts and retaining rings onto threaded fasteners and shafts

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Secure the ends of clevis pins and shafts to keep components in place

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Position components and limit travel along a lead screw

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Hold and position parts on a threaded rod

Tag Rings

Loop onto tags to attach them to lanyards, key rings, and other objects

Adjustable Handles

Adjustable Handles

Lift and turn to easily position and tighten components; also called clamping handles

Socket Retaining Rings

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Secure sockets and adapters to impact tools

Pipe Collars

Clamp pipe passing through floors and walls

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