Value Collection 40909 Extended Prong Cotter Pin Zinc Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 40909 is a zinc-plated steel extended prong cotter pin designed for mechanical fastening applications where a positive locking method is required on clevis pins, shafts, and bolts. Measuring 3/32 inch in diameter and 1-1/4 inches in length, this cotter pin installs by inserting through a drilled hole and bending the extended prongs outward to lock the fastener in place. The zinc plating provides a baseline level of corrosion resistance suitable for general indoor and light-duty outdoor use. Machinists, millwrights, mechanics, and general maintenance technicians regularly specify this style of cotter pin for equipment assembly and repair work.

Extended prong cotter pins are used across a wide range of mechanical assemblies including agricultural equipment, industrial machinery, automotive linkages, and general fabrication. The extended prong style offers more material to bend and secure compared to a standard prong design, making it a preferred choice in applications where vibration or dynamic loading could work a fastener loose. This pin is sold individually but requires a minimum order quantity of 100 pieces, making it well suited for shop stock and MRO inventory replenishment.

Key Features

• Extended prong design provides additional material for a more secure bend and positive lock
• Zinc-plated steel construction offers corrosion resistance for general-purpose use
• 3/32 inch diameter fits standard drilled holes in clevis pins, bolts, and shafts
• 1-1/4 inch length accommodates moderate material thickness at the locking point
• Sold individually with a minimum order quantity of 100 pieces for efficient shop stocking

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose extended prong cotter pin for use in standard drilled-hole fastening applications across mechanical, industrial, and maintenance assemblies requiring a 3/32 inch pin diameter.

Installation Notes

Cotter pins are typically installed by mechanics, millwrights, or maintenance technicians using needle-nose pliers or cotter pin tools. Always insert the pin fully through the drilled hole before spreading the prongs, and bend each prong in opposite directions to ensure a secure lock. Never reuse a cotter pin that has already been bent and removed, as fatigue in the metal reduces holding reliability. De-energize and lock out equipment per applicable safety procedures before accessing any fasteners on rotating or pressurized assemblies.