C-type Retaining Ring /Shaft Retaining Ring/Retaining Ring
C-type Retaining Ring /Shaft Retaining Ring/Retaining Ring
A C-type external retaining ring is a mechanical fastener used on shafts. Shaped like an incomplete ring (similar to the letter "C"), it fits into a groove on the shaft to prevent axial movement of components such as bearings, gears, or pulleys.
Prevents axial movement: Keeps mechanical components in position, ensuring operational accuracy and stability.
Common applications: Gearboxes, motors, bearing housings, bicycles, automotive parts, machine tools, robotic arms.
Quick installation and removal: Compared to screws or nuts, circlips are faster and easier to install or remove.
Types of C-type Retaining Rings and Descriptions:
Shaft type (External Circlip): Installed on the outside of a shaft, snapping into a shaft groove.
Hole type (Internal Circlip): Installed inside a bore, expanding to fit into a groove on the inner wall of the hole.
