Rotor Clip CG-162ST Oil External Spiral Retaining Ring

Product Description

The ROTOR CLIP CG-162ST OIL is an external spiral retaining ring designed to secure components on a 1.625-inch diameter shaft. The ring seats into a precision groove with a 1.529-inch groove diameter and holds position through radial spring tension without requiring any tools for installation. Manufactured from SAE 1060-1090 steel (UNS G10600-G10900) and finished with an oil coating for corrosion resistance, this ring is suited for mechanical assemblies where a low-profile, single-turn retaining solution is required. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and mechanical assemblers install this type of ring in production and repair applications across industrial and commercial equipment.

This retaining ring is used in rotating shaft assemblies, gearboxes, motors, pumps, and general mechanical sub-assemblies that require external groove retention on a 1.625-inch shaft. The spiral ring design allows for tool-free installation and removal by hand, making it practical in both original equipment manufacturing and field service scenarios. The oil finish provides light corrosion protection during storage and handling. This part is sold individually with a minimum order quantity of 5 units.

Key Features

• External spiral retaining ring for 1.625-inch shaft diameter
• SAE 1060-1090 steel construction (UNS G10600-G10900) for reliable spring tension
• Oil-coated finish for light corrosion resistance during storage and handling
• Tool-free installation and removal by radial winding into groove
• Groove width of 0.068 inches with a close tolerance range of 0.0000 to 0.0040 inches
• Conforms to SAE 1060-1090 and ISO 13485:2015 standards

Compatibility

Designed for external groove retention on shafts with a 1.625-inch nominal diameter and a groove diameter of 1.529 inches. Confirm groove width, groove depth, and shaft diameter dimensions against application requirements before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or mechanical technician. De-energize and lock out all power to the equipment before servicing any shaft assembly. Spiral retaining rings are wound into the groove by hand or with a flat tool along the ring edge — do not use snap-ring pliers, which are not compatible with the spiral design. Verify groove dimensions and ring seating before returning the assembly to service.