Rotor Clip A-140 Retaining Ring Applicator

Product Description

The ROTOR CLIP A-140 is a hand-operated external retaining ring applicator designed for installing radial retaining rings onto shafts and housings in mechanical assemblies. The tool features a blade length of 2.218 inches and an overall width of 0.812 inches, with a tip length of 0.593 inches for precise ring placement. Heat-treated construction provides durability under repeated use. This applicator is used by maintenance technicians, assemblers, and trade professionals working on rotating equipment, drive components, and mechanical sub-assemblies where external retaining rings must be seated consistently and without damage to the ring or bore.

The A-140 applicator is suited for production and field service environments where radial external retaining rings are applied to shafts. It is appropriate for HVAC equipment assembly, pump and motor shaft work, and general mechanical maintenance in commercial and industrial settings. The tool is sized for rings in the corresponding SE-21 series ring range, making it a dedicated applicator for that ring family rather than a general-purpose plier-style tool.

Key Features

• Blade length of 2.218 inches for extended reach into assemblies
• Tip length of 0.593 inches for accurate ring seating
• Heat-treated construction for extended service life under repetitive use
• Designed for radial external retaining rings, not tether capable
• Meets ISO 13485:2016 standards
• Single-piece packaging, minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed for use with SE-21 series external radial retaining rings. Consult ROTOR CLIP sizing charts to confirm ring groove dimensions and ring series before selecting this applicator for a specific shaft diameter.

Installation Notes

This applicator is used by mechanical technicians and assemblers installing external retaining rings on shafts. Before installation, de-energize and lock out any equipment where the ring is being seated. Verify that the shaft groove and ring size are matched to the applicator tip dimensions to avoid ring distortion or improper seating. Eye protection is recommended when applying retaining rings due to the risk of ring ejection during installation.