Pins & Clips
What are split pins?Split pins, also called cotter pins or split cotter pins, are a basic type of metal fastener. Split pins are normally constructed from a piece of wire or metal that is folded in half. Split pins have two tines (or prongs) with an eyelet at the bend.What are split pins made from?Split pins need to be strong enough to hold components in place, but flexible enough to be bent to secure the fastening. Split pins are typically made from aluminium, brass or stainless steel. Some pins feature zinc plating or have been galvanised. This offers protection against corrosion.How do I use a split pin?Split pins are typically used to fasten a shaft or similar component in place. Split pins can also be used to keep machinery aligned.The pin is placed through a hole and the prongs (or tines) of the pin can then be bent to hold the pin in place. You may need a set of pliers or additional tools to help you bend the tines. The tines can also be cut down to size before installation. This can prevent any snagging injuries from occurring in future.Split pins are similar to staples in that they are a temporary, light duty fastening. Split pins can be used as a fastener in their own right or combined with other types of fastenings such as clevis pins.Can I reuse a split pin?It is not recommended to reuse split pins. After the initial installation, the tines will have been bent. Trying to reshape the prongs of the split pin again can damage the integrity of the pin and cause weakness on the tines. If used again, the pin and fastening may fail.
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600 piece Galvanised Steel Metric Spring Tension Pin Kit
VND2,140,358.88 -
6mm Diameter Plain Steel Parallel Dowel Pin 24mm
VND192,031.84Bag (1 Bag of 15) -
6mm Diameter Plain Steel Parallel Dowel Pin 40mm
VND249,775.68Bag (1 Bag of 15) -
6mm Diameter Plain Steel Taper Dowel Pin 30mm
VND270,302.56Bag (1 Bag of 15) -
6mm Diameter Plain Steel Taper Dowel Pin 40mm
VND181,288.80Bag (1 Bag of 15) -
8mm Diameter Plain Steel Parallel Dowel Pin 24mm
VND190,113.44Bag (1 Bag of 15) -
8mm Diameter Plain Steel Parallel Dowel Pin 40mm
VND284,690.56Bag (1 Bag of 15) -
Bright Zinc Plated Steel Retaining Clip, 1/4in Diameter
VND93,809.76Bag (1 Bag of 50) -
Bright Zinc Plated Steel Retaining Clip, 5/16in Diameter
VND134,863.52Bag (1 Bag of 25) -
Bright Zinc Plated Steel Split Pin
VND2,644,706.24