Constant section retaining ring

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Description: Constant section retaining ring for bore feature a uniform, constant section: the material used to make the ring is the same width at any point along the circumference. These rings provide three-point contact with the groove, are more economical than tapered and spiral retaining rings, and are commonly manufactured from round wire in materials such as aluminum, copper, steel, carbon steel, stainless steel and various alloys.

Application and use: Retaining rings for bore are used to secure parts in bores and to fix axial movement of assembled components. The outer diameter of the ring is slightly larger than the assembled hole diameter so that, when placed into the pre-machined internal groove, the ring holds components axially. Typical installation requires circlip/retaining-ring pliers inserted into the ring's plier holes to compress and seat the ring into the groove.

Types and overview: There are several retaining ring types: axially assembled, radially assembled, beveled, locking and constant section. Constant section retaining rings are characterized by a uniform circular body and constant diameter at any given point. They are often referred to as snap rings, circlips or retaining rings for hole, depending on regional terminology.

Advantages of constant section retaining ring for bore:

• No assembly/disassembly lugs = space saving in radial direction
• Edges with radius, no stamping burrs
• Square edge wire option for sharp-edged installations
• No special tooling required for exotic materials
• No special tooling for installation and removal necessary
• Conform to DIN 471/472
• Higher ring shear strength
• Special ends available for specific applications
• Heavy duty sections available for higher rotational capacities

Installation notes: Installation is performed by compressing the ring with appropriate pliers and placing it into the pre-machined internal groove. Ensure correct ring size and clean, dry components before assembly to avoid misalignment or ring displacement.

Caractéristiques / spécifications techniques:

• Category: Constant Section Retaining Ring (for bore)
• Typical materials: carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steels, aluminum, copper
• Body/form: constant (uniform) cross-section, typically round wire
• Contact with groove: three-point contact
• Standards: Conforms to DIN 471/472
• Installation tool: circlip / retaining-ring pliers
• Typical uses: securing parts axially in bores, retaining components on shafts/holes
• SKU (site reference): ce39ec1c4322